Experience

Kinetics

• United States
• Construction
• 700 & Above Employee

• Project Controls Manager - US Operations

  • Sep 2017 - Present

  Kinetics is a full-service process and mechanical contractor specializing in the design and installation of process, mechanical, plumbing and HVAC systems, with proven experience supporting global clients in the microelectronic, solar, biopharmaceutical, data center, R&D, and other technology-driven markets. As Project Controls Manager of US Operations, Michael has built and managed a dynamic team of individuals, based regionally across the country, in support of multiple construction projects in the semiconductor and pharmaceutical industries. Mr. Huppman has created and maintained resource and cost loaded construction schedules using both Microsoft Project and Primavera P6, as well as developed highly detailed spreadsheets, processes, and systems to provide visibility, improve planning and support tracking for multiple aspects of projects. Additionally responsible or the development and maintenance of the company’s home-grown construction management system built on the SharePoint platform.



Maryland MEP

• United States
• Business Consulting and Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Account Manager

  • Jun 2016 - Mar 2017

  The Maryland Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MD MEP) is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing world-class solutions to help Maryland manufacturers become more competitive and profitable by targeting top line growth and bottom line improvement. With expertise and experience in Operational Excellence, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Technology Commercialization, Supply Chain and Business Growth, the MD MEP is committed to growing manufacturing in the State of Maryland. As an Account Manager with MD MEP, Mr. Huppman was responsible for building relationships and helping Maryland manufacturers look to MD MEP to improve their processes, products, sustainability, sales, and market size. He managed all activities within his defined territories, working to achieve company-client new and retained sales, job retention and growth, new capital investment, cost savings, and clients served. Mr. Huppman was also responsible for identifying and electing prospective manufacturing clients to promote MD MEP service capabilities, developing and leveraging relationships with governmental organizations associated with MD MEP, and leading and directing various technical projects. - Provided OSHA 10-hour and 30-hour general industry training, and conducted client safety audits - Developed website content, contributed to sales support literature, and coordinated company events - Successfully conducted numerous client projects in areas such as process improvement, ERP implementation, ISO certification, and marketing strategy to produce significant impacts



Masterworks, Inc. - a Hexagon Composites Company

• Taneytown, MD

• Operations Manager

  • Apr 2015 - Jun 2016

  MasterWorks, Inc. specializes in finished products and prototypes for the defense, aerospace, and manufacturing industries. As a leading supplier of extremely accurate tensioner systems to the filament winding industry, MasterWorks has made a name for itself with its bi-directional servo controled system through its unparralleled accuracy, control and reliability. In more recent years MasterWorks has expanded its services and product line to offer everything needed in a filament winding manufacturing cell - from winders and tensioners to ovens and testing equipment. As Operations Manager with Masterworks, Inc., Mr. Huppman was responsible for all resource planning and management of the manufacturing operation, with supervision of 15 direct reports. Coordinated all facility maintenance, employee training, and environmental health & safety initiatives. Provided manufacturing engineering and business development support, as well as quoting and capital expense budgeting. - Established a compliant environmental health and safety program and provided all related training - Developed standard work and WIP tracking to improve visibility and consistency in workflow, and to capture and monitor KPI's and OEE - Managed resources effectively to provide >95% on-time delivery



Flowserve Corporation

• United States
• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Project Manager

  • Jun 2011 - Apr 2015

  Flowserve is the recognized world leader in supplying pumps, valves, seals, automation, and services to the power, oil, gas, chemical, and other industries. With more than 16,000 employees in more than 50 countries, Flowserve combines their global reach with a local presence. As a Project Engineer with Flowserve Corp. in Taneytown, MD, Mr Huppman was responsible for cradle-to-grave project management of submersible pump & motor repairs, including inspection, RCFA, quoting, BOM writing, purchasing, work routers, and order expediting. Also, provided front-line customer service and mediation support in warranty disputes, as well as providing technical support after-shipment and writing technical work instructions. - Standardized and improved quoting process, resulting in a 75% time savings per quote - Developed and distributed a Sales Support Package and standardized pricing sheets for submersible motors, which generated a 15% increase in year-over-year revenue for OEM sales. - Consistently exceeded benchmarks for revenue and margins for all repair orders.



Kaydon Corporation

• United States
• Machinery Manufacturing
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Production Manager

  • Jun 2007 - Mar 2011

  Kaydon Ring & Seal is a full line supplier for all turbomachinery seal requirements. From shaft seals for process gas equipment and aerospace turbines, to sealing rings and piston rings for a variety of applications, Kaydon provides the best seal for the application, improving performance and reliability to extend time between overhauls. As a Plant Foreman with Kaydon, Mr. Huppman was responsible for the management of a high production, multiple-line machine shop supervising 45 employees. Provided resource planning, troubleshooting of manufacturing processes, and root cause analysis. Also, established KPI’s, generated applicable reports, and created standard work instructions. - Developed standard work instructions to improve consistency in end products, which reduced scrap rates by more than 20% on certain critical product lines - Established KPI’s and benchmarks to monitor improvements and correct deficiencies - Implemented initiatives to level-load production and identify/eliminate bottlenecks, resulting in more than 20% increased overall workflow efficiency



Cobham Mission Systems

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Machine Operator & Cell Lead

  • Jul 2005 - May 2007

  Cobham Mission Systems is the world's leading supplier of critical control solutions to increase the safety and mission capabilities of personnel and equipment in extreme environments. Their proven and trusted solutions in air-to-air refuelling, life support, weapons carriage and unmanned systems, deliver assured performance and class-leading through-life costs that enable their customers to bring complex projects to market quickly, and with minimal risk. As a Machine Operator and cell lead, Mr. Huppman was responsible for the manufacture of composite overwrap pressure vessels (COPV) using “wet-winding” processes. Additional responsibilities included product curing in air recirculation ovens, hydrostatic testing, autofrettage, quality control / SPC, and finishing processes. • Machine cell leader for 2nd shift.