Brayden Bowman

Experience

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  Shenandoah Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America

  Jun 2010 - Aug 2010

  Counselor in Training

  • Served as a counselor, assisting youth with real world problems and passing along the lessons learned though my experience in the scouting program• Responsible for teaching young scout’s life skills, enabling self-reliance and instilling confidence for the youth of tomorrow• Maintained a clean and safe work environment, ensuring that all youth had a safe and enjoyable camp experience• Served as a kitchen assistant, and trained in food safety procedures• Camp director was impressed with my teaching skills and would seek me out for special projects/duties that needed attention Show less

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  Shenandoah Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America

  Jun 2011 - Aug 2011

  Camp Consoler

  • Served as a counselor, assisting youth with real world problems and passing along the lessons learned though my experience in the scouting program• Responsible for teaching young scout’s life skills, enabling self-reliance and instilling confidence for the youth of tomorrow• Maintained a clean and safe work environment, ensuring that all youth had a safe and enjoyable camp experience• Served as a kitchen assistant, and trained in food safety procedures• Camp director was impressed with my teaching skills and would seek me out for special projects/duties that needed attention Show less

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  Shenandoah Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America

  Jun 2012 - Aug 2012

  Camp Counselor

  • Served as a counselor, assisting youth with real world problems and passing along the lessons learned though my experience in the scouting program• Responsible for teaching young scout’s life skills, enabling self-reliance and instilling confidence for the youth of tomorrow• Maintained a clean and safe work environment, ensuring that all youth had a safe and enjoyable camp experience• Served as a kitchen assistant, and trained in food safety procedures• Camp director was impressed with my teaching skills and would seek me out for special projects/duties that needed attention Show less

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  RPS Composites, Inc.

  May 2014 - Aug 2015

  Maintenance Technician

  As a Maintenance Technician I was responsible for the maintenance and care of the production facilities and grounds. I maintained the production floor to ensure a safe and clean working environment. I maintained the outside storage area ensuring proper organization. I maintained and organized the shop inventory. I regularly reported the status of the equipment.

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  Jimmy John's

  May 2017 - Feb 2020

  Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows. Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts. Utilized standard operating procedures, effective crew resource management, communication and procedures specified in company operation manual. Worked with management team to implement proper division of responsibilities.Key Accomplishments:◆ Measured customer success by defining operational metrics, tracking systems and reporting to executive team.◆ Resolved customer complaints, ensuring 100% client satisfaction.◆ Consistently followed procedures and recipes with consistent accuracy. Show less

  • Person in Charge

    Aug 2019 - Feb 2020

  • In-Shopper/Delivery Driver

    May 2017 - Aug 2019
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  BookHolders

  Jul 2019 - Sept 2019

  Data Entry Clerk

  As a Data Entry Clerk, I was responsible for providing customer service and managing inventory. I logged books into the system. I was responsible for preparing books for shipping. I handled customer orders over the phone as well as ordered new inventory from publishers. I operated the register processing orders of cash and card transactions.

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  GALA GROUP GmbH

  Feb 2020 - Aug 2021

  At Gala North America, I assumed the role of a PLC Programmer, pivotal in optimizing manufacturing processes within a leading firm. I developed, deployed, and maintained PLC software crucial for the production lines. I worked closely with project managers and executives to manage resources and ensure the timely completion of engineering projects. By integrating lean principles and conducting root cause analysis, I effectively streamlined workflows, reduced process redundancies, and enhanced the safety and reliability of industrial machinery operations.Selected Achievements:• Led System Overhaul: Spearheaded the complete overhaul and successful implementation of the plant’s CMMS system, enhancing project metrics adherence, resource management, and cost efficiency.• Kaizen Initiatives: Played a key role in Kaizen initiatives that significantly improved OEE metrics, demonstrating a strong commitment to continuous improvement.• Machinery Integration: Directed the electrical integration and programming of new industrial machinery, ensuring projects were delivered on time, within budget, and met stringent quality standards.• IT Support: Provided crucial Tier 1 IT support to non-technical internal users, significantly improving system usability and boosting overall employee productivity. Show less As a project engineer, I acquired resources, developed and delivered work instructions and training manuals, consulted with company executives and project managers on decisions that had financial impact, supported leaders throughout decision-making, ensured compliance with deadlines and schedules, and tracked funds to ensure processes were efficient.Key Highlights:◆ Monitored metrics during project execution to maintain compliance with planned costs, schedules and goals.◆ Provided technical direction of system development methodologies to support improved technical performance.◆ Recommended appropriate hardware to get a system such as visual factory, or low level SCADA system, resulting in increased OEE data accuracy.◆ Credited for success full implementation of CMMS system. Show less During this working tenure, I dealt with workflow and redundancy by focusing on lean practices to balance workflow. I trained direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products. I prepared in advance for problems, material deficits and delays that can occur during production. I created a daily report for the management team that included comprehensive information regarding production.Following are my key duties performed during this tenure: ◆ Leveraged exceptional professionalism to mitigate employee disputes in a respectful manner, increasing OEE data accuracy.◆ Introduced an advanced calculation tool to figure out exact material usage.◆ Boosted production throughput and quality by revamping procedures and monitoring strategies.◆ Implemented program changes to identify and quickly resolve root cause issues bottlenecking production levels. Show less

  • PLC Programmer

    Jun 2021 - Aug 2021

  • Project Engineer

    Jan 2021 - Jun 2021

  • Production Supervisor

    Feb 2020 - Jan 2021
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  Quant Service

  Aug 2021 - Nov 2022

  Identifying sales opportunities and generating leads through research, networking, and outreach. Providing excellent customer service, by communicating openly and listening to their concerns. Taking customer concerns and creating solutions to those concerns. Actively participating in the sales process in the development of new business.• Identifying sales opportunities and generating leads by identifying potential clients through, research, networking, and digital/phone outreach.• Providing customer service to potential clients by answering questions about products and services offered by the company.• Provide commercial and technical support in the development of proposals, including the service model, resources, and support necessary to comply with the client’s requirements, from an efficient and innovative perspective. Define the selling price of the service based on an updated cost structure and validated by the responsible support management. In addition to market research related to the business.• Actively participates in the sales process in the development of new business• Collaborate in the implementation and maintenance of management system certifications in the areas of quality, occupational health and safety and environment (ISO 9001, ISO14001, ISO 45001).• Source, generate, and identify connections with potential clients in order to strengthen commercial relationships• Constantly seek innovation in business models and development of solutions that strengthen Quant’s “Value Proposition”.• Recognize and act proactively on performance improvement opportunities in maintenance services, as well as opportunities for improvement in the company’s management processes.• Disseminate in the market the benefits and advantages of Quant’s digital tools and services Show less As the Startup Manager at Quant Service, an emerging maintenance services company, I delivered engineering solutions, maintenance planning, and effective project management to improve operations. I drove customer satisfaction and business growth through meticulous operational oversight and strategic alignment with company goals. I facilitated effective communication between the maintenance team and senior management, ensuring that all projects adhered to timelines and budget constraints. Additionally, I lead market research and networking initiatives to discover new sales opportunities and developed engineering solutions tailored to meet client demands. My responsibilities also included managing comprehensive budgets for startup teams, covering payroll, travel, and office supplies to maximize resource allocation and cost-efficiency.Selected Achievements:• Resolved Financial Backlogs: Cleared a four-year backlog of unpaid POs valued at $1.5 million, ensuring financial stability and vendor trust.• Optimized Storage: Restructured storeroom layout to increase capacity for critical spares while reducing inventory levels, enhancing operational readiness.• Enhanced Maintenance Efficiency: Streamlined the maintenance work order process, reducing a five-year backlog from approximately 3600 orders to 1450 actionable items, significantly boosting operational efficiency.• Improved System Reliability: Established a systematic backup process for all PLC programs, minimizing downtime and safeguarding against data loss.• Led Cost-Saving Initiatives: Directed an energy conservation project that replaced all fluorescent lighting with LED bulbs, slashing energy costs by 25-30%.• Advanced Maintenance Scheduling: Redesigned the maintenance scheduling process to integrate Planner/Scheduler metrics and automatic KPI calculations, reducing manual effort from 10 hours to 1 hour weekly. Show less In this role, I was responsible for directing the maintenance operations of a facility. I oversaw daily maintenance tasks, ensuring that equipment was always in operating condition and that personal safety was maintained. I also supervised the use of an enterprise software program to plan and record work orders. As part of my job responsibilities, I supervise all aspects of daily maintenance operations, including maintenance planning, CMMS management, PLC programming resources / programs administration.Below are key contributions that I would like to share with you:◆ Promoted from maintenance planner to maintenance supervisor for delivering excellent performance and work ethics.◆ Prepared preventive maintenance (PM) task instructions and maintenance support work using quantWorx (Custom CMMS software), resulting in maximizing performance and equipment longevity.◆ Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.◆ Rolled out improved training programs for maintenance employees.◆ Kept track of equipment, inventories and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to management.◆ Trained and guided employees to complete their work orders using advanced CMMS system.◆ Utilized Microsoft Excel to setup KPI tracking spreadsheets and prepare weekly/monthly reports and charts. ◆ Delivered basic PLC programming support as well as maintained up to date copies of all PLC Programs◆ Provided Tier 1 IT support to non-technical internal users. Show less Maintenance Planning, CMMS Owner, PLC Programming Resource & Programs Owner• Evaluated incoming and current employees• Prepared Preventive Maintenance (PM) task instructions and maintenance support work using quantWorx (Custom CMMS software)• Trained employees how to use the CMMS system for completing their work orders• Setup KPI tracking spreadsheets for various metrics in Microsoft Excel• Tracked data for Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and prepared weekly/monthly reports and charts using Microsoft Excel• Created and executed a system to manage inventory of spare parts• Performed basic PLC programming support• Maintained up to date copies of all PLC Programs• Provided basic IT support Show less

  • Business Development Associate

    Oct 2022 - Nov 2022

  • Startup Manager

    Jun 2022 - Oct 2022

  • Maintenance Supervisor

    Mar 2022 - May 2022

  • Maintenance Planner

    Aug 2021 - Mar 2022
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  Pyrotechnique By Grucci Inc

  Nov 2022 - Sept 2023

  Facility Maintenance & Engineering Manager

  As Facility Maintenance and Engineering Manager at Pyrotechnique by Grucci Inc., I oversaw the Maintenance & Engineering operations at one of the premier pyrotechnics manufacturers. I managed strategic planning and leveraged our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to enhance efficiency and project outcomes. I collaborated closely between executive and project management teams to align resource allocation and procurement with engineering project needs, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution. I also managed the tracking of equipment and inventory, and developed detailed financial frameworks for operational costs, including groundskeeping, maintenance, and engineering.Selected Achievements:• Personnel Management: Achieved 100% staff retention through effective personnel management strategies and competitive compensation structures.• Project Leadership: Played a crucial role in the commissioning of a new $4.5 million production line, enhancing project management capabilities.• Operational Efficiency: Enhanced plant storeroom management by applying lean principles and 6/5S methodologies, significantly increasing storage capacity and operational streamlining. Show less

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  Tormod, a Hargrove Company

  Sept 2023 - now

  Maintenance Professional Leader

  As the Site Leader at TORMOD, I direct engineering and technical project management activities, including maintenance optimization, commissioning, and start-up processes, enhancing operational efficiency across various domains including Maintenance, Reliability, Engineering, and Production. I lead my teams to execute projects under stringent deadlines with limited budgets and high-quality standards, all while operating under minimal supervision. To accomplish these objectives, I implement robust monitoring and documentation practices to ensure that project deliverables consistently align with established cost, schedule, and performance goals.Selected Achievements:• Implemented CMMS Software: Directed the successful rollout and training on new CMMS software, boosting reporting efficiency, data accuracy, and KPI transparency.• Optimized CMMS System: Managed a pivotal project to enhance the CMMS system by integrating essential components and equipment into the Bill of Materials, streamlining maintenance processes.• Recovered Lost Inventory: Developed and executed a strategy to identify and reorder lost spare parts, significantly reducing potential downtime and improving inventory accuracy. Show less