Heavy Inustrial Equipment Manufacturing - $200M+ Operations
Led manufacturing and production operations for over $150 million in agricultural machinery production, overseeing parts fabrication for 26 dealerships across Canada, USA, and Australia. Managed daily manufacturing operations across metal fabrication, welding, and equipment assembly operations to achieve Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost performance targets.
Key Achievements:
Translated Master Production Schedule into daily production priorities, aligning resources, materials, and capacity to meet customer commitments
Automated Manufacturing BOM processes from engineering data, significantly improving workflow efficiency across fabrication, machining, welding, assembly, and painting operations
Conducted time studies for welding, picking, and assembly operations to establish labor standards and identify improvement opportunities
Implemented daily management system driving accountability and structured problem-solving at each operational level
Custom built scheduling systems
Created KPIs tracking labor hours, materials cost, overhead time, and overall operational efficiency
Led cross-functional teams including production, quality, maintenance, and engineering to remove barriers preventing schedule adherence
Drove kaizen events reducing cycle time through waste elimination and process improvement
Forecasted and improved production schedules effectively managing hundreds of concurrent projects
Successfully trained and mentored team members
Created complex analytical tools for production management and performance tracking
Plastic Manufacturing Operations - High-Volume HDPE/PET Production
Led shift manufacturing operations for high-volume plastic bottle production facility, demonstrating operational leadership in a 24/7 continuous manufacturing environment.
Key Achievements:
Created preventive maintenance schedule for entire plant, improving equipment reliability by 30%
Designed and implemented facility's first comprehensive inventory management system
Developed facility's first piping and instrumentation diagram using AutoCAD Plant 3D
Promoted to shift supervisor within 3 months based on leadership performance and capability
Managed production teams across multiple shifts ensuring safety, quality, and output targets
Implemented process controls and quality systems reducing defect rates
Facilities Management - Multi-Site Property Operations
Lead maintenance and operations of mechanical systems across multi-site facilities, ensuring operational continuity and regulatory compliance.
Key Achievements:
Manage boiler operation, maintenance, and inspection coordination ensuring regulatory compliance
Oversee HVAC system optimization and building infrastructure across multiple properties
Coordinate internal and external property maintenance activities
Lead mechanical systems troubleshooting (boilers, HVAC, compressed air, building utilities)
Ensure safety compliance and equipment reliability through preventive maintenance programs
Manufacturing Engineering - Production System Design
Led manufacturing process design, production line layout optimization, and equipment specification for agricultural equipment and plastic manufacturing operations.
Technical Achievements:
Designed production line layouts eliminating bottlenecks
Conducted capacity analysis and material flow optimization
Developed work cell designs and ergonomic workstation layouts
Created technical documentation including P&IDs, assembly drawings, and manufacturing procedures
Subsea Power Cable Project - 500 MW Trinidad to Guyana Link
Led the engineering design and feasibility study of a 500 MW subsea power cable project linking Trinidad to Guyana, managing complex technical challenges including thermal design, mechanical stress analysis, electrical insulation, and environmental criteria compliance, resulting in a cost-effective, safe, and IEC standard-compliant design.
Technical Achievements:
Applied advanced engineering theory and thermal resistance formulas (IEC 60287) to optimize conductor size, laying depth, armoring design, and insulation thickness for subsea power cables
Achieved design ampacity near project requirements by optimizing conductor size and burial depth while meeting environmental 2 K temperature rise limits
Ensured mechanical integrity under seabed conditions and compliance with international safety standards
Conducted marine survey coordination, route optimization, and bathymetric data analysis
Developed comprehensive cable route design with environmental impact assessment
Developed a comprehensive cost analysis using EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) principles, identifying cost savings and optimizing resource allocation across the project lifecycle.
Structural and Civil Engineering Projects - Multi-Disciplinary Design
Managed structural and civil engineering projects including the design and construction management of retaining walls, multi-story buildings, and wastewater management systems, adhering to Canadian (CSA) and international (ACI) codes.
Technical Achievements:
Demonstrated ability to transfer design intent into detailed engineering drawings and construction documentation
Performed structural analysis for steel and concrete structures including load calculations and stress analysis
Designed retaining walls with soil pressure calculations, stability analysis, and drainage systems
Integrated AutoCAD Revit and Plant 3D for architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical designs
Automated BOM Generation System
Automated the creation of Bills of Materials from sales orders using programmed Excel spreadsheets integrating advanced mathematical formulas, reducing manual effort, minimizing errors, and enhancing accuracy across complex agricultural machinery manufacturing workflows.
Technical Achievements:
Developed VBA and Python algorithms analyzing customer specifications and generating accurate BOMs
Integrated engineering data with production planning systems
Reduced BOM creation time by 99% while improving accuracy
Eliminated manual data entry errors across thousands of part numbers
Warehouse Optimization - Algorithmic Material Retrieval
Implemented optimized warehouse material retrieval process using computational engineering integrated with AutoCAD spatial data, achieving ISO 9001:2015 compliant quality management and measurable pick-time reductions.
Technical Achievements:
Applied advanced optimization algorithms to minimize warehouse travel time
Integrated AutoCAD spatial data with inventory management systems
Achieved 50% reduction in order fulfillment time
Implemented real-time tracking and data-driven performance monitoring
Custom Barcode Integration System - Inventory and Shipping Automation
Developed custom software solutions integrating barcode scanners with inventory and shipping processes, enabling real-time tracking and auditing of parts picking, supported by field verification and peer reviews, resulting in improved warehouse accuracy and operational efficiency.
Technical Achievements:
Programmed Python-based barcode scanning system integrated with ERP
Enabled real-time inventory tracking and automatic data capture
Reduced picking errors by 50% through automated verification
Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement
Led process improvement initiatives in production and warehouse environments utilizing data-driven modeling, optimization algorithms, and quality management systems conforming to ISO standards, increasing throughput and reducing order fulfillment errors.
Key Achievements:
Implemented statistical process controls
Established key metrics and KPI dashboards for real-time performance monitoring
Conducted time studies and value stream mapping
Advanced Financial Modeling & Strategic Business Analysis
Developed automated VBA systems for multi-company financial ratio analysis and conducted comprehensive strategic financial analysis combining business environment assessment, competitive analysis, and detailed financial modeling.
Achievements:
Created VBA programs capable of analyzing financial ratios of multiple companies
Automated data extraction and financial reporting from multiple sources
Developed predictive models for cost forecasting and trend analysis
Conducted PESTLE analysis identifying macro-environmental factors examining political, economic, social, technological, legal, and environmental impacts
Applied Porter's Five Forces framework to assess industry competitive dynamics and structural challenges including bargaining power, competitive rivalry, and threat of substitutes
Performed pro forma analysis of a proposed $2.8B acquisition, modeling combined entity financials to facilitate financial ratio analysis and decision-making
Executed comprehensive liquidity and solvency ratio analysis comparing target company, pro forma projections, and industry peers.
Critically evaluated strategic acquisition decisions and turnaround strategies between supported by integrated PESTLE, Porter's Five Forces, and financial ratio analysis
Synthesized qualitative strategic analysis with quantitative financial metrics to evaluate corporate strategy effectiveness
Subsea Cable Project - Comprehensive Cost Estimation and Financial Planning
Developed comprehensive project cost estimates for large-scale engineering deployments, including subsea cable projects with detailed breakdown of cable production, converter station, trenching, and installation costs. Provided clients with risk-managed minimum and maximum billings, improving transparency and financial planning for multi-million-dollar projects.
Financial Achievements:
Created detailed cost models for $2B+ subsea power cable project
Performed risk analysis providing minimum and maximum cost scenarios
Integrated engineering specifications with financial modeling
Construction Project Budget Management - 95 Projects, $10.2M Portfolio
Oversaw budget compliance and invoice management for construction projects, performing contractor performance assessments and managing scope changes efficiently to minimize risk and cost overruns.
Financial Achievements:
Managed $10.2M construction portfolio across 95 projects
Maintained projects within 5% of approved budgets through proactive cost control
Conducted contractor performance assessments and payment application reviews
Implemented change order management processes minimizing cost overruns
95 Construction Projects - $20M+ Portfolio with 60+ Contractors
Managed completion of over 95 construction projects including urban and rural developments involving over 60 contractors, coordinating contract documentation, procurement, scheduling, site supervision, quality control, and client reporting.
Project Achievements:
Delivered 95 projects totaling $20+ on time and within budget
Coordinated 60+ contractor relationships ensuring quality and schedule adherence
Prepared contract documents, terms of reference, and vendor solicitations
Conducted detailed project scoping, engineering design, scheduling, and cost estimating
Power Generation Facilities - Construction and Maintenance
Led construction and renovation of power generation facilities inclusive of safety inspections and maintenance of critical equipment (cranes, pressure vessels, elevators), ensuring regulatory compliance and operational reliability.
Project Achievements:
Managed construction of power generation facilities with multi-disciplinary coordination
Conducted pressure vessel, crane, and elevator inspections ensuring regulatory compliance
Coordinated maintenance activities maintaining operational continuity
Implemented safety programs achieving zero lost-time incidents
Multi-Disciplinary Design Integration - AutoCAD and Revit
Managed multi-disciplinary teams through project lifecycles, integrating systems such as AutoCAD Revit and Plant 3D for architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical designs, enhancing coordination and project delivery quality.
Technical Achievements:
Conducted engineering design using AutoCAD Revit for infrastructure development projects
Developed P&IDs and as-built documentation for industrial facilities
Coordinated architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical design packages
Facilities Management and Mechanical Systems
Led maintenance of mechanical systems including boilers, HVAC, and building infrastructure, coordinating internal and external property maintenance ensuring operational continuity.
Operational Achievements:
Managed boiler operation, maintenance, and inspection coordination
Oversaw HVAC system optimization for multi-site operations
Coordinated building infrastructure maintenance (electrical, plumbing, fire suppression)
Ensured regulatory compliance for pressure vessels and building systems
Wastewater Management Systems - Design and Construction
Designed and managed construction of wastewater treatment facilities, demonstrating expertise in environmental engineering and regulatory compliance.
Technical Achievements:
Designed wastewater treatment systems adhering to environmental regulations
Managed construction and commissioning of treatment facilities
Coordinated permitting and regulatory approvals
Ensured long-term operational reliability and environmental compliance