Joseph Petrie

Experience

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  Modine Mfg. Co.

  Jan 1980 - Feb 1991

  Mfg Eng Mgr

  Mfg Engineering Manager for plants in McHenry, IL. and Pemberville, OH.

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  Valeo Engine Cooling Co., Ltd.

  Jan 1991 - Mar 1993

  Mfg Eng Mgr

  Part of the greenfield startup team for manufacturer of automotive radiators, condensers and cooling modules.

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  Preferred Technical Group CHA Ltd

  Jun 1993 - Jul 1995

  Production Mgr

  Led turn-around effort for manufacturer of Automotive power steering, brake, and AC hoses.

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  Proliance International

  Jul 1995 - Oct 2004

  Division Manufacturing Engineering Manager

  Responsible for Production facilities, equipment, processes, and quality for 17 regional manufacturing facilities in U.S. and Mexico.

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  Delta Brands Inc

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2006

  Plant Mgr

  Responsible for manufacture of capital machine tools used for processing coiled steel.

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  Hilite International

  Dec 2005 - Aug 2007

  Operations/Facilities Manager

  Responsible for production, logistics, maintenance for automotive parts manufacturer.

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  JTEKT Automotive

  Nov 2007 - May 2010

  Contract Engineer

  Coordinated move of hydraulic hose assembly lines from San Antonio TX. to JTEKT's plant in Ennis TX. JTEKT builds steering gears for Toyota, Nissan, Honda, Mazda, GM, Chrysler and others....Installed computerized Maintenance Management system at JTEKT in 2007.

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  Halliburton

  Feb 2008 - Jan 2009

  Lean Six Sigma Lead

  Led cross functional teams in Lean Six Sigma process improvement events.

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  JTEKT Automotive

  Oct 2010 - Dec 2021

  IT Support Leader excels in assisting diverse users with MS-Windows computer systems, mobile device and peripheral equipment solutions. Extensive experience with implementing security standards and usability optimization. Effectively operates autonomously to troubleshoot and fix concerns. Broad background implementing Lean strategies throughout the organization from manufacturing and front office, to backoffice (IT) systems. Consistent record of reducing costs while improving the quality of data collection and reporting accuracy. Key strengths include: • MS Windows System • Metrics, Data collection, planning • Office 365 / Azure cloud • Oracle|JDEdwards|SAP experience • Mobile technology support (InTune managed) • Manufacturing integration with IT• Server patching and updates • Backups and system monitoringSupport of approximately 200 endpoints which included desktop and laptop computers, document stations and printers, RFID badge access, security cameras, WIFI access points, IP phone system, building fire & HVAC control, Andon boards for realtime production tracking and Bar-code scanning for Finished goods / Inventory transactions. Major accomplishments include:• Migration of 120 computers from Windows 7 to Windows 10 and implementation of Bitlocker encryption on laptops. (2018-2019) • Monitored all endpoints (using Forescout) to ensure continued compliance of secure connectivity standards.• Maintained onsite Server patching and backups.• Migrated site from Symantec AV to Forcepoint Endpoint Protection.(2020)• Migrated site to O365 – Azure cloud storage for Outlook and OneDrive. (2020-2021)• Moved multiple Legacy software Windows7 control systems to Windows 10 VM’s to avoid costly upgrades. (2020)• Worked on Integration Team moving ERP from JD Edwards to Oracle to ensure plant integration was “as good or better” than previous SOP. (2019)• Provided awareness and education of Malware threats and prevention to all employees Show less Collaborative problem solver, leveraging Lean manufacturing strategies to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets. Identify root cause of issues and translate complex processes into clear, understandable, and actionable steps. Consistently meet commitments with integrity while leading teams and promoting continuous improvement mindset.Led 75-member team to meet or exceed safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets for $96M EPS business unit.• Trained team leads and technicians, audited standard work, and tracked scrap for analysis and corrective actions, improving throughput, reducing labor, and optimizing production schedule for 3 shift operation.o Reduced scrap cost 85% / unit (from $2.00 to $.30).o Decreased controllable costs 60% (from $17 to less than $7 / unit).o Cut E2 line headcount 37% (from 27 to 17 technicians), saving $350K / year.o Monitored downtime detail by machine, emphasizing corrective action need and priority.• Doubled line capacity in 12 months (from 450 to 900 units / shift) by decreasing cycle time and improving equipment uptime.• Achieved zero lost-time accidents 5 consecutive years (2016 to 2021) by driving safety-first mindset, including implementing team stretches at start of shift and after lunch, 2-hour job rotation to prevent cumulative trauma injuries, and stop-call-wait operating procedure to empower everyone to identify unsafe conditions.• Maintained 100% on-time shipments of 18 SKUs to 4 US and Mexico customers. Show less

  • IT Support Specialist

    Jul 2016 - Dec 2021

  • Manufacturing Supervisor

    Oct 2010 - Dec 2021
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  InspectusRex Home Inspection

  Sept 2022 - now

  Business Owner

  Texas Real Estate Commision (TREC) Professional Home Inspector Lic. 25744Texas Dept of Insurance (TDI) All-Lines Adjuster Lic. 2900390FAA UAS Pilot Certification