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Structural Engineer II

TIC Gums is a global leader in food texturizer and stabilizer solutions. Food and beverage companies rely on TIC Gums to improve the texture, stability, consistency, nutritional profile, and shelf appeal of their products. Legendary customer service, high quality standards, and the unrivaled knowledge of our Gum Gurusa" has made TIC Gums the industry leader for more than 100 years

A certified maintenance reliability professional (CMRP) leader with over 30+ years experience in Maintenance, Facilities, Reliability and Operations in the global food, drink, and industrial manufacturing organizations. Expertise spans predictive maintenance, scheduling and planning, risk mitigation, asset management, equipment inventories, project management, resource planning, and operational efficiency. Through my leadership, I help facilitate improvement of key performance indicators (KPIs) by leading problem-solving and streamlining work processes to increase production output and efficiency. Adept at identifying opportunities to reduce or reallocate staffing requirements and renegotiate supplier contracts, to make significant savings while retaining product quality and customer service levels. Leverage strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate cross-functionally with colleagues, contribute to corporate strategy and build robust relationships with contractors. Harness training and mentoring with a commitment to cultivating safe working environments, to build motivated, accountable, and productive maintenance teams that drive organizational performance.