Albert 'Skipper' Martin
Minden
Summary
Opex Engineer with expertise in manufacturing processes, CI and Lean Manufacturing. Proven track record in engineering innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Opex Engineer/CI Manager
Fibrebond - Eaton
Minden, LA
07.2024 - Current
- Engineered and executed manufacturing processes to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.
- Implemented strategic process improvement and continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and minimizing waste.
- Implemented design for manufacturability strategies to optimize product development and reduce costs.
- Engineered and implemented custom rollform line to enhance production capacity.
Director of Manufacturing Engineering
Fibrebond
Minden, LA
04.2018 - 07.2024
- Streamlined workflow processes, increasing operational efficiency across multiple production lines.
- Collaborated with design teams to optimize manufacturability of new product designs.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives, resulting in significant cost savings and waste reduction.
Director of Maintenance & Manufacturing Eng
Fibrebond
Minden, LA
04.2018 - 07.2021
- Led maintenance teams to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with safety standards.
- Improved facility operations by streamlining maintenance processes and implementing preventive measures.
- Disinfected all production and administrative work spaces daily throughout the pandemic era.
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Fibrebond
Minden, LA
10.2006 - 04.2018
- Led cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes and improve production efficiency.
- Developed and implemented process improvement and CI initiatives that reduced waste and enhanced product quality.
- Led initiative to ensure all below-the-hook lifting devices on campus were correctly rated for adequate lifting capacity.
Manager - Sheet Metal Department
Trane (American Standard)
Springhill, LA
03.1998 - 10.2006
- Responsible for sheet metal production to support 4 assembly lines throughout facility over three shifts.
- Developed floor layouts using lean manufacturing principles to enhance material flow and efficiency. Relocated production equipment to comply with new layouts.
- Specified, purchased and installed sheet metal equipment to support production needs.
- Analyzed and improved sheet metal operations using Six Sigma tools.
- Achieved Six Sigma Black Belt Certification.
Manager - Wire Fabrication Department
Trane (American Standard)
Springhill, LA
08.1995 - 03.1998
- Responsible for wire fabrication production to support 4 assembly lines throughout facility over three shifts.
- Developed floor layouts using lean manufacturing principles to enhance material flow and efficiency. Relocated wire fabrication equipment to comply with new layouts.
- Specified, purchased and installed wire fabrication equipment to support production needs.
Manufacturing Engineer
Trane (American Standard)
Springhill, LA
08.1994 - 08.1995
- Designed manufacturing processes using Demand Flow Technology principles.
- Worked with employees to develop process improvements that reduced waste and improved efficiency.
- Achieved DFT certification.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA05-1994
Skills
- Manufacturing processes
- Production design
- Process development
- Process improvement
Accomplishments
- Six Sigma Black Belt
- Demand Flow Technology Certified
- 20 Turns Group (Inventory)
Timeline
Opex Engineer/CI Manager
Fibrebond - Eaton
07.2024 - Current
Director of Manufacturing Engineering
Fibrebond
04.2018 - 07.2024
Director of Maintenance & Manufacturing Eng
Fibrebond
04.2018 - 07.2021
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Fibrebond
10.2006 - 04.2018
Manager - Sheet Metal Department
Trane (American Standard)
03.1998 - 10.2006
Manager - Wire Fabrication Department
Trane (American Standard)
08.1995 - 03.1998
Manufacturing Engineer
Trane (American Standard)
08.1994 - 08.1995
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Louisiana Tech University