Kenneth — Project Manager

Control Systems Specialist (Acting Lead) Amazon | JLL MDW7,, Monee, IL Control Systems Specialist/ Engineer (Acting Lead/ Engineer); with high speed automation controls and process. Controls and monitors all automation controls, and process of primary Amazon Fulfillment Sortation process as well as Amazon Robotics Sortation process. Carry out multiple engineering & commissioning projects, train fellow Controls team, train fellow MHE Technicians. Perform in a Lead and/or Engineering role, Specialist and Technician role daily. Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Maintain, troubleshoot and modify Allan Bradley SLC 500, and various AB product PLC ladder logic for MHE systems including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks such as ethernet/ip, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, and all AC and DC motor controls (Servo controls), including VFD motor drives (Powerflex 525). Mid-level experience with Siemens Sigmatic motor control/ drive systems, master, slave configuration. Siemens interface with Profibus topography. Intermediate/ advanced understanding of WinCC; batch files, iconics and security features. Still learning more. Act as an escalation point, provide escalation support for the Controls Support group. Appropriately deescalate events down; parts stock confirmation, vendor information, control of information (lost time, equipment down time) across worldwide network, assist in complete restoration of equipment until facility is back online. Monitor production and MHE metrics to dial in a pro-active approach Daily interaction with RSLogix Studio 5000 to troubleshoot, monitor, record, modify or program rungs, actions or instruction; timing, trigger, counts. Well versed with "pick module" troubleshooting and program. Well versed with most motor controls group process; PLC program troubleshooting and diagnostics throughout the whole building. Monitoring of I/O devices via PLC program. RS Logix Studio 5000. Maintain, troubleshoot and modify HMI settings and configuration files. Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose AS-I Bus Gateways and OSSD tags. Understanding of Amazon's AWS warehousing system. As well as AWCS warehousing systems and NetController messaging. Well versed with SCADA remote(laptop) interfacing, switching, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and data logging. Very strong reasoning, analytical and problem-solving skills. Trained multiple MHE techs with regards to DC motor controls/ conveyance beds. Trained multiple MHE techs with regards to Label, Print and Apply process. Ability to access all levels within my permission level and navigate very quickly through the iconics and programs of any equipment in the building within 2-5 minutes. Daily interfacing of Cognex high speed camera systems, to include configuration and script modifications. C-more HMI panel diagnosing and creation, and basic PLC interfacing. Multiple building wide commissioning and project work, training and leadership roles; to include acting Automation Controls Systems Lead/ Engineer and Maintenance Facilities Manager when required. 1/5 Electrical Technician Albanese Confectionery Group, Inc Merrillville, Indiana 46410 Troubleshoot and repair all Automated controls, I/O controls (digital and analog), electrical motor and mechatronic controls in a high-volume assorted candy production environment with health ISO-220/ GMP standards as well as a clean room pharmaceutical environment in mind. Took part in multi-million-dollar facility commissioning and Tanus brand kitchen and process equipment. Allan Bradley, Direct Logic, Omron PLC. ABB and Delta VFDs. Banner conveyance controls. Fanuc robotics pick tools. Familiar with starch conditioning rooms, air compressor, chillers, boilers, heat/ moisture, speed, rate, temperature controls. All kitchen flow controls, HMI user interfacing, MOVs, product pumps for water, color, flavor, acid, and/ or product. Understanding of packaging X-ray system, crash retrieval of Fanuc palletizing tool/ bot. Palletizing tool safety enclosures, safety gates, e-stop, light curtains. Cohesively and effectively work alongside of the Engineering Department to produce the highest of quality product. Communicated all issues and progress to Plant Owner, and Superintendent, daily. Communicated with all maintenance team and all production shift supervisors. Electrical Technician/ Mechatronics WestRock Company Chicago, Illinois Troubleshoot and repair all Automated controls, I/O controls (digital and analog), electrical motor and mechatronic controls in a high-speed printing environment; producing 24 pack Coca-Cola and Pepsi product cases. Siemens and profi-bus topography. Biggest considerations involved, frequent loss of communications via Profi-bus connections, filters, hubs, and repeaters. Electrical Tech -Lead PolyAir Chicago, Illinois Electrical and mechanical/ mechatronic applications. Keyence high-speed RGB camera systems' set up and calibration of high speed systems at short notice according to package recipes. Hot plastic extrusion process. All building automation and controls start to shut down. Electrical controls lead. Correspond with Plant Superintendent, Plant Maintenance Manager, and multiple Production Supervisors; multiple times throughout the day. Addressing multiple issues and multiple breakdowns with a minimal maintenance crew. Scheduled and non-scheduled inspection, repair, fabrication of multiple facets of equipment in the highspeed plastic film/bubble security envelope industry. Well versed in weekly Plant start up and shut down, chiller systems, heat exchanger units, air compressors, exhaust and ventilation, lighting, all electrical building maintenance 110-600vAC Well versed with material hopper, scale and air fed feed systems, vertical heat extrusion process, thermal controls, thermal sensors, thermal couplers, all motors, servos, VFD (Allan Bradley and Siemens (Micromaster2), and controls, tachometers, encoders, PPI devices, IR counters. Intermediate understanding and navigation of Omron PLC controls, safety I/Os, Assisted in fabrication of an annealing roll bed. Including upgrades to the original design, to full commissioning of equipment. Collaborated and worked alongside Corporate Engineering Department, outside contractors, distributors and vendors, and built small network to better achieve 5S standards for the company. 2/5 Electrical Technician / Mechatronic Verallia Dolton, Illinois Adhere to the highest in standards in the glass food container industry. ISO 220. Adhere and modify plant environment to replicate new 5S standards and protocols. Adhere to a very high standard of safety as dictated by European Safety Standards. All electrical, electrical I/Os, instrumentation and advanced mechatronic functions. AC and DC motors and Controls, All Allan Bradley PLC (intermediate troubleshooting functions), All VFDs (various brands-AB, ABB, SEW, Mitsubishi), troubleshoot, replace, install new firmware (if prompted) and parameters, verify all functions, bring back online. Well versed in hopper, mixer, scale, feed, and distribution and environmental systems. Well versed in hot metered coating gas and catalyst systems, annealing systems and controls, gas burners and ignition system controls. Well versed in high temp systems in hot environments, counter systems, check feedback systems, infrared camera systems in a very high-speed automation process. UAV Technician (RQ7a-Shadow TUAV) / Diesel/ Power Generator Technician/ Barracks NCO US ARMY Fort Campbell, Kentucky Very high attention to detail from start to finish. Communication and logging of all information regarding the Shadow RQ7a tactical platform and associated systems. TAMMS data management and logging. Rotary engine maintenance, tactical avionic fueling procedures, encrypted communications and network, and antenna hardware placement and setup. Launch and recovery of systems, geographical analysis, pre/post-flight analysis, instrumentation testing and verification, and supporting documentation. Diesel generator technician, Power generator Technician (600KW sys), set up, testing, monitoring, scheduled maintenance and repair of position sensors, power invertors, shunts, etc. Intermediate (Level 3) diesel engine rebuilds. Multi-trades support for 101 st Airborne Command, 101 st Airborne Special Operations Command, and 101 st Division Special Troops Battalion; Tikrit, Iraq. Barracks NCO/ (Supervisor)- 50+ Co-ed Soldiers, ensure safety, security and well being of all. All building maintenance, heating/ air seasonal maintenance. Battalion Level Key Control Clerk and Emergency planning. Safety and welfare of over 50 personnel from 5pm-5am, 7 days, 350 days a year. 3/5