Jody Burgess
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Experience
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WaterSurplus
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United States
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Manager of Applications Engineering
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Apr 2022 - Present
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Pureflow, Inc.
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United States
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Facilities Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Account Manager
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Apr 2017 - Apr 2022
South Carolina, Western North Carolina, and Eastern Tennessee Pureflow is an industry-recognized leader in the commercial and industrial high purity water field. We design, build, install and maintain systems that are optimized for the following markets: Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Microelectronics, Power Generation, Pulp and Paper, Food and Beverage, Research Laboratories, Hospitals, Film Processing, Municipal
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Congruent Concepts & Solutions
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United States
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Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Applications Engineer
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Apr 2016 - Mar 2017
Fletcher, NC • Provide process and automation solutions in automotive, brewing, chemical, food/beverage, pharmaceutical, and water treatment industries. • Present cost, energy, and water saving ideas at the plant and maintenance management level to increase customers’ operational efficiency while maximizing production and product quality. • Involvement may include process & instrumentation diagrams, complete quoting & proposal generation, instrumentation & controls concepts, project management… Show more • Provide process and automation solutions in automotive, brewing, chemical, food/beverage, pharmaceutical, and water treatment industries. • Present cost, energy, and water saving ideas at the plant and maintenance management level to increase customers’ operational efficiency while maximizing production and product quality. • Involvement may include process & instrumentation diagrams, complete quoting & proposal generation, instrumentation & controls concepts, project management assistance, and on-site start-up & commissioning. • Applications include material handling & conveyance, utilities & process equipment, sanitary welding & fabrication, machinery moving, and rigging & field installation. Show less
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Clemson University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Procurement Manager (Scientific)
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Oct 2011 - Apr 2016
Clemson, SC • Develop procurement strategies for the scientific commodity spend through coordination with individuals and departments across the University and the supplier base. • Prepare and execute solicitations and contracts in accordance with State Procurement rules and regulations while maximizing value and minimizing waste to the end user. • Identify and track key metrics for spend on scientific commodities utilizing those metrics to support the strategic sourcing plan for scientific spend… Show more • Develop procurement strategies for the scientific commodity spend through coordination with individuals and departments across the University and the supplier base. • Prepare and execute solicitations and contracts in accordance with State Procurement rules and regulations while maximizing value and minimizing waste to the end user. • Identify and track key metrics for spend on scientific commodities utilizing those metrics to support the strategic sourcing plan for scientific spend, ensuring we deliver measurable savings for Clemson University. • Establish a strong working relationship with all University departments and key faculty and staff. • Establish relationships with counterparts outside of Clemson and the State to help spark new processes and contracts. Show less
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GE Water & Process Technologies
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United States
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Environmental Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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Account Manager
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2008 - 2010
• Focused primarily on growing and maintaining customer satisfaction in existing large-scale industrial accounts • Presented and sold the value of products and services that directly benefit customer needs • Proposed value delivery projects aimed at providing cost savings for customers through asset protection, reduced maintenance, increased productivity, and reduced water and energy consumption • Conducted training of operating personnel to ensure their understanding of the… Show more • Focused primarily on growing and maintaining customer satisfaction in existing large-scale industrial accounts • Presented and sold the value of products and services that directly benefit customer needs • Proposed value delivery projects aimed at providing cost savings for customers through asset protection, reduced maintenance, increased productivity, and reduced water and energy consumption • Conducted training of operating personnel to ensure their understanding of the parameters under which their equipment operates • Served as consulting expert to customers for both chemical and equipment water treatment processes, including Pre-Treatment, Demineralization, and Reverse Osmosis. • Routinely visited plants to gather samples, observe instruments, obtain results, and report necessary corrective action to customer • Worked with Regional Manager and Growth Team Members to prospect and make sales calls for new accounts with boiler, cooling, and waste treatment applications • Coordinated with Technical Marketing and Product Development Teams regarding new product introductions Show less
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Eagle Dynamic Solutions, LLC.
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United States
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Technical Director
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2003 - 2008
Evans, Georgia • Administered all Information Technology (IT) and process control systems throughout the company • Supervised and managed the mobilization, set-up, and operations of large-scale municipal and industrial environmental remediation (dredging and dewatering) projects throughout the country • Collaborated with senior management to develop project bidding, budgeting, and forecasting • Designed and implemented relevant surveys and data collection techniques for project monitoring… Show more • Administered all Information Technology (IT) and process control systems throughout the company • Supervised and managed the mobilization, set-up, and operations of large-scale municipal and industrial environmental remediation (dredging and dewatering) projects throughout the country • Collaborated with senior management to develop project bidding, budgeting, and forecasting • Designed and implemented relevant surveys and data collection techniques for project monitoring, analysis, and optimization • Conducted field investigations of process systems to maximize efficiency and production • Tested and implemented chemical treatment programs for dewatering and water treatment projects Show less
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Applications Engineer
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2005 - 2007
North Augusta, SC • Developed customer relationships focused on correctly identifying process problems and rendering solutions • Fulfilled customer commitments and loyalty by providing maintenance tips and parts in a timely manner • Designed, built, and marketed custom, automated slurry pumping systems to maximize production and efficiency for mining and dredging customers • Managed installation, commissioning, and decommissioning of process instrumentation and equipment including nuclear density… Show more • Developed customer relationships focused on correctly identifying process problems and rendering solutions • Fulfilled customer commitments and loyalty by providing maintenance tips and parts in a timely manner • Designed, built, and marketed custom, automated slurry pumping systems to maximize production and efficiency for mining and dredging customers • Managed installation, commissioning, and decommissioning of process instrumentation and equipment including nuclear density gauges • Responsible for all Instrumentation and Control design, engineering, and procurement • Created and reviewed logic and wiring diagrams for automated control systems Show less
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Research Assistant
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2001 - 2002
Clemson, SC • Administered thermal resistance data collection and distribution for client-funded projects in both domestic and industrial HVAC insulation applications • Utilized Internet technology to help create a worldwide virtual laboratory for industrial client data monitoring • Assisted in organization of energy technology transfer programs such as fuel cell, efficient lighting, clean room, and power monitoring workshops • Conducted solvent chemical property studies to reduce environmental… Show more • Administered thermal resistance data collection and distribution for client-funded projects in both domestic and industrial HVAC insulation applications • Utilized Internet technology to help create a worldwide virtual laboratory for industrial client data monitoring • Assisted in organization of energy technology transfer programs such as fuel cell, efficient lighting, clean room, and power monitoring workshops • Conducted solvent chemical property studies to reduce environmental impact associated with client manufacturing procedures Show less
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Poly-Med, Inc.
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United States
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Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Research Assistant
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1999 - 2001
• Reported to company president and manager of pharmaceutical research • Produced implantable and transdermal biomedical polymer/drug formulations for pilot scale and production level testing in pre-clinical applications • Performed various chemical and mechanical analytical testing methods such as high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), gel permeation chromatography (GPC), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), mini bionix instron (MTS), infrared (IR) spectroscopy, particle… Show more • Reported to company president and manager of pharmaceutical research • Produced implantable and transdermal biomedical polymer/drug formulations for pilot scale and production level testing in pre-clinical applications • Performed various chemical and mechanical analytical testing methods such as high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), gel permeation chromatography (GPC), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), mini bionix instron (MTS), infrared (IR) spectroscopy, particle sizing, and inherent viscosity toward insuring optimal development and fabrication of pre-clinical implantable and transdermal polymeric devices • Repaired and maintained chemical analytical equipment such as HPLC, GPC, DSC, and MTS • Processed and prepared products for shipment to both U.S. and European medical industries • Conducted in-vitro drug delivery testing towards pre-clinical applications using proprietary technology Show less
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Education
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Clemson University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Chemical Engineering -
Tri-County Technical College
Associate's degree, ENGINEERING