Mike Jackson
La Porte
Summary
Talented Electronics and Automation Engineer and Seasoned Small Business Owner seeking a challenging position where expertise in innovative machine design, troubleshooting and maintenance skills will prove instrumental to employer success and growth.
Experienced with project planning, team coordination, and risk assessment. Utilizes strategic vision, a creative mind, and effective communication to drive project success. Track record of fostering team collaboration and achieving project goals through adaptive leadership.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
EHSM Project Leader and Electronics Engineer
Suzuki Garphyttan
03.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to develop, identify and accomplish assigned goals and objectives.
- Reduced project risks through comprehensive risk assessments and proactive mitigation strategies.
- Successfully led multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a focus on priorities, resource allocation, and overall strategic objectives.
- Optimized budget allocation by closely monitoring expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Improved process efficiency through regular evaluation and revision of existing workflows and methodologies.
- Effectively aided in continuous improvement initiatives, driving the adoption of best practices within the team.
- Maintained strict adherence to quality standards, ensuring the delivery of exceptional results to clients.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Engineered all design and blue print concepts using Auto CAD software to collaborate new and innovative ideas and fabrications of equipment and upgrades, including the design of safety controls for optimal job safety performance.
Business Owner/Operator
The Fixed It Shop
01.2014 - Current
- Automotive maintenance and repair.
- Performed generator troubleshooting and diagnostics.
- Marine engine repair and maintenance.
- Lawn and garden/ small engine repair.
- Home heating and AC service and repair.
- Commercial refrigeration service and repair.
- Home security system installation.
- Residential wiring installation and repair.
Controls Engineer
Alliance Automation
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Oversee the installation of new machinery and the upgrading of existing machinery.
- Installed and upgraded robot cells.
- Programmed a variety of Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi and Omron PLC's.
- Programmed a variety of Panel View, GTX and PCX, HMI's.
Electrical Technician
Weaver Popcorn
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Oversee the setup, configuration and maintenance of Markem Printers, Toledo High Speed Scales, Cognex Vision Systems for SPC control, packaging equipment, film wrappers and product conveyor systems.
- Utilized extensive knowledge of Power Flex 40/70 frequency drives and Ultra 3000 Servo Drives in programming and maintaining ABB stacking robots.
Electrical Engineer
Computer Age Engineering
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Sharp business acumen and experienced in managing broad scope operations from print writing, on-site service and HMI set-ups to robotics implementation and systems net-working.
- Skillfully worked with Allen Bradley PLC Controls, HMI Interface, Servo Controls, and Ethernet communications in handling a variety of project development tasks.
Electrical Engineer
Coldwater Machine
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Spearheaded a variety of program development, including: HMI Set-ups, design/development operations, on site servicing, robotics implementation and systems networking.
Program Controls Engineer
Metaldyne
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Hand- selected to integrate CNC machines with robotic part loading systems and replacing outdated CNC controls with current systems.
- Actively collaborated in the design of a new equipment production line, while also streamlining operations to increase production efficiency/rates.
Maintenance Super/Controls Engineer
Almco Steel Products Corp.
01.1995 - 01.2003
- Effectively trained and directed electrical/ mechanical personnel over 3 shifts.
- Actively collaborated in Human Resource operation functions such as lead training, evaluating performance and providing guidance.
- Responsible for building all electrical controls for production equipment, updating AutoCAD schematics, designing leak testing equipment, and developing controls to retrofit feed equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - Electronic Engineering
ITT Technical Institute
5 2001
General Prerequisites
Ivy Tech
5 1998
Skills
- Trained in Auto CAD design software
- Trained in Siemens Step 7 PLC programming
- Trained in Siemens TIA Protocol
- 16 years experience in controls engineering, development, implementation and maintenance of automation equipment and machinery
- Previous leadership skills supervising electrical and maintenance personnel Oversaw and supervised field crews for machine installations
- In depth expertise of diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical and control issues on various machines and systems
- Ambitious with proven track record of experience and strong hands on background in scheduling preventative maintenance, maintaining inventory, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations
- Efficient and hard working with an astute sense of professionalism with proven track record of plant safety and efficiency improvement, operational development and production
Timeline
EHSM Project Leader and Electronics Engineer
Suzuki Garphyttan
03.2021 - Current
Business Owner/Operator
The Fixed It Shop
01.2014 - Current
Controls Engineer
Alliance Automation
01.2011 - 01.2014
Electrical Technician
Weaver Popcorn
01.2009 - 01.2011
Electrical Engineer
Computer Age Engineering
01.2008 - 01.2009
Electrical Engineer
Coldwater Machine
01.2006 - 01.2008
Program Controls Engineer
Metaldyne
01.2003 - 01.2006
Maintenance Super/Controls Engineer
Almco Steel Products Corp.
01.1995 - 01.2003
General Prerequisites
Ivy Tech
Associate of Science - Electronic Engineering
ITT Technical Institute
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