Systems Administrator

• Mar 2020 - Present

Works directly with CIO on implementation, architecting, managing, and deploying improvements for IT and operational systems. Leads IT and systems based projects using Agile and Scrum techniques to deliver on-time, on-quality, on-budget outcomes, improving operational and overhead productivity. Administrates, provides direct support, and implements quality of life improvements for core operational and production systems to include Jira, Confluence, Salesforce, Slack, BambooHR, and G-Suite. Show less

Owner / Operator

• Mar 2019 - Present

• Home and business renovation company focused on general construction, siding, flooring, painting, plumbing, electrical, and more. • Provided vision for the company, oversaw day-to-day operations • Managed multiple customer and business projects using project management techniques. • Determined customer needs and generating quotations through active listening. • Employed TWI training practices to teach safe, efficient techniques for work performed. • Home and business renovation company focused on general construction, siding, flooring, painting, plumbing, electrical, and more. • Provided vision for the company, oversaw day-to-day operations • Managed multiple customer and business projects using project management techniques. • Determined customer needs and generating quotations through active listening. • Employed TWI training practices to teach safe, efficient techniques for work performed.

Project Manager

• Mar 2019 - Mar 2020

Leading the installation and validation of new student information system (SIS) using project management and SCRUM techniques. Mentoring junior leaders in project management, structured problem solving, and SWOT analysis Leading the installation and validation of new student information system (SIS) using project management and SCRUM techniques. Mentoring junior leaders in project management, structured problem solving, and SWOT analysis

Director of Engineering, Advanced Organic Materials

• Sep 2015 - Mar 2019

Responsible for transferring materials from R&D to manufacturing using PMI and SCRUM project management techniques. Specific areas included: leading the engineering research team, budgets, designs, planning, equipment installation, and small-scale production while collaborating with R&D, operations, and quality teams. Deployed two equipment sets that delivered 100% first time-right production for three products. Introduced new manufacturing technology reducing product variability 10-fold while increasing production rate six-times for two products. Delivered industry first micro-electronics grade carbon nanotube product for NRAM Show less

Director of Technology, Printed Electronic

• Apr 2012 - Sep 2015

Built and led world-class, remote research organization of 25 team members that evolved into company groups after incubation; Operations & logistics, printed electronics, engineering, and R&DSuccessfully delivered an industry first micro-electronics grade carbon nanotube product, exceeding technical requirements for NRAM applications 6-months ahead of scheduleCreated business plan and implemented capacity growth plans while reducing cost of manufacturing through implementation of new technologies, which also resulted in improved product Show less

Characterization Laboratory Manager

• Mar 2009 - Apr 2012

Successfully built a world-class analytical testing laboratory supporting and providing direction to R&D, customer support, material characterization, and methods development enabling the company to achieve corporate objectives. Developed method transfer process to move new testing procedures from analytical services to QC using MSA and GR&R protocols. Led structured problem-solving efforts on cross-divisional teams. Motivated senior team members to further laboratory capability, quality and performance. Mentored junior members in chemistry, analytical chemistry, algebra, and statistics to ensure team members were successful. Show less

Nissan Assignee / Senior Research Associate

• Mar 2007 - Mar 2009

Quality Assurance Supervisor

• Jun 2005 - Mar 2007

Managed the training, maintenance and daily upkeep of the quality information system to include the life of product data from collection to the delivery to the customer through certificates of analysis and data sheets. Developed a new information system database allowing for more flexibility, capability, and presentation of testing data to ensure that customer expectations were met. Ensured the on-time delivery of quality documentation to customers and personnel within the company to facilitate the flow of information allowing for continuous operations. Assisted the QA Unit Manager with the customer procurement agreement system including interactions with customers and account managers, maintenance and day-to-day operations of the system. Show less

Process Support Unit Manager

• Jun 2004 - Jun 2005

Applications Engineer

• Jun 2003 - Jun 2004

Research Associate I, II, III

• Jun 2000 - Jun 2003

Adjunct Professor

• Jan 2011 - May 2015

Developed the curriculum for General Chemistry I, lessons, tests, quizzes, homework, and laboratory experiments each semester. Gave lectures, led laboratory experiments and tutored students as needed ensuring their success. Tied in research and product experiences to provide students a broader perspective than basic classroom information. Developed the curriculum for General Chemistry I, lessons, tests, quizzes, homework, and laboratory experiments each semester. Gave lectures, led laboratory experiments and tutored students as needed ensuring their success. Tied in research and product experiences to provide students a broader perspective than basic classroom information.

Store Manager / Assistant Manager

• Jan 1999 - Jun 2000

Managed stores in every aspect of the business, making sure goals were exceeded. Responsible for inventory, purchasing, merchandising, showroom setup, sales, administrative duties to include scheduling, filing, and daily reports. Responsible for a staff of three additional personnel, their career’s, and personal development. Awarded “Store of the Month” nine out of the 14 months employed, including the first two months as store manager. Managed stores in every aspect of the business, making sure goals were exceeded. Responsible for inventory, purchasing, merchandising, showroom setup, sales, administrative duties to include scheduling, filing, and daily reports. Responsible for a staff of three additional personnel, their career’s, and personal development. Awarded “Store of the Month” nine out of the 14 months employed, including the first two months as store manager.

Training Room NCO

• Jan 1996 - Nov 1998

Ran training room for 1-77 Armor Division for all administrative systems including but not limited to legal, awards evaluations, soldier readiness packets, and mail distributions. Developed MS Access information tracking of system for 350+ soldiers. Liaison between construction contractor and Task Force Eagle, Bosnia; for all living and security improvements for a Base Camp of over 1,100 soldiers. Responsible for equipment in excess of $1,000,000. Ran training room for 1-77 Armor Division for all administrative systems including but not limited to legal, awards evaluations, soldier readiness packets, and mail distributions. Developed MS Access information tracking of system for 350+ soldiers. Liaison between construction contractor and Task Force Eagle, Bosnia; for all living and security improvements for a Base Camp of over 1,100 soldiers. Responsible for equipment in excess of $1,000,000.