Isaac — Controls Engineer

Design for Manufacturability • Served as technical contact between international design teams and manufacturing operations • Led product redesign projects focused on manufacturability improvements and cost reduction • Coordinated implementation of new products including equipment selection and line design Equipment Selection & Technical Evaluation • Selected specialized manufacturing equipment evaluating ROI, throughput, footprint, and maintenance requirements • Evaluated technical specifications including electrical, pneumatic, and service requirements • Managed vendor relationships for equipment procurement and technical support

New Product Implementation • Managed implementation projects for new and transferred products across manufacturing facilities • Participated in 3P events (Production Preparation Process) for production line design and optimization • Conducted machine capacity analysis to determine manufacturing feasibility for new products • Coordinated cross-functional teams for project execution and problem resolution Capacity Analysis & Production Planning • Analyzed production capacity using historical data and demand forecasts to optimize resource utilization • Developed data-driven strategies for production scheduling and equipment allocation • Created automated Excel tools using VBA for capacity planning and material shortage forecasting

Custom Assembly Machine Design & Programming • Designed complete control systems for custom high-speed assembly machines for disposable razor manufacturing • Selected and integrated PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Omron), HMIs, pneumatic components, and electrical systems • Programmed full PLC logic in Ladder Logic including sequencing, safety interlocks, and error handling • Designed electrical control panel layouts and wiring schematics for manufacturing equipment Vision Systems & High-Speed Control Integration • Integrated cameras, encoders, and pick-and-place systems coordinated through PLC control logic • Programmed grip solenoids synchronized with encoder feedback for precise part handling timing Process Optimization & System Assembly • Conducted speed versus quality analysis to determine optimal machine operating parameters • Troubleshot control systems, pneumatics, and electrical components during assembling phase • Created technical documentation including operation manuals, maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting guides Training & Support • Trained maintenance and operations personnel on equipment operation and troubleshooting procedures • Provided ongoing technical support for control system modifications and improvements