Work Experience
Jan 2024 – Jun 2025Marion, IA

Automation Specialist II

ESCO Group
  • •Results-Oriented Highlight: Led and executed numerous automation upgrade and new system integration projects across the food manufacturing and storage sectors, consistently enhancing operational efficiency for clients.
  • •Technical Expertise Highlight: Specialized in comprehensive automation system integration, bridging new technologies with existing infrastructure for complex upgrade projects within the food industry.
  • •Industry & Project Scope Highlight: Delivered high-impact automation solutions for the food industry, encompassing everything from manufacturing facility upgrades to large-scale storage system integrations.
    • Feb 2023 – Jan 2024Amana, IA

    MES Developer / Automation Engineer

    Actalent
  • •MES Development & Integration: Contributed to a 14-site Manufacturing Execution System (MES) application, excelling in PLC programming for seamless automation integration.
  • •Data Analysis & Insights: Demonstrated expertise in data collection and analysis from diverse sources, leading to actionable insights and process improvements.
  • •Problem Solving & Collaboration: Proactively resolved complex software issues and fostered cross-site collaboration, ensuring system integrity and project success.
    • Feb 2020 – Feb 2023Bondurant, IA

    Control Systems Lead

    Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc.
  • •Global Deployment & Training Leadership: Spearheaded cross-continental facility launches, providing training and mentorship to technicians and operations personnel across North America, including on-site metrics management.
  • •Industrial Systems Expertise & Optimization: Optimized control systems, including industrial networks, motor controls, and electrical distribution, while troubleshooting and modifying software to ensure safe and efficient material handling operations.
  • •Technical Support & Communication: Served as first-level escalation support for control system teams, effectively communicating technical issues and project timelines to leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure swift resolution and alignment.
    • Education
    Skills
    Process Automation
    Control Systems Design
    PLC Programming
    Scada/MES Developer
    Instrumentation Programming
    Planned Preventative Mainenance
    Document Management