John Halpin has over 25 years of experience in EHS, engineering, and management roles in various manufacturing industries. He has a track record of improving safety, efficiency, and compliance through initiatives like developing training programs, conducting root cause analyses, and implementing process improvements. The document provides details on his relevant work history, areas of expertise, and accomplishments in roles such as an EHS team leader, manufacturing engineer, cost engineer, and project manager.

1. JOHN P. HALPIN
11916 W. 101st Terrace ▪ Lenexa, KS 66215 ▪ 913-515-0554
halpinjohnp@gmail.com
EHS & ENGINEERING / MANAGER
EHS and Engineering Professional experienced in Risk Management, Compliance, Safety and Project Engineering.
Change agent capable of implementing Health and Safety programs driving towards world class performance in a
manufacturing operation. Diverse engineering and equipment knowledge compliments my effectiveness to deliver
results that are meaningful and sustainable.
Areas of expertise include:
 OSHA Compliance  Air / Water / Process Permits  Equipment Installation
 Logical Problem Resolution
 Capital Budget
 Environmental Health and
Safety (EHS)
 Root Cause Failure Analysis
 Training and Certifications
 Process and Reliability
Engineering
 Maintenance Management
 Hazardous Waste
 Planning and Communication
Skills
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TreeHouse Private Brands (ConAgra Foods), Pasta/Food Manufacturing, Excelsior Springs, MO
Cost Engineer (Contractor position via MRI Edison, NJ), 05/2014 to present
 Provide forecasts of project costs and budget reporting to Project Team and Leadership (3 facilities)
 Responsible for development and maintenance of engineering project cost reports
 Validate and write purchase requisitions for all capital and expense procurement
 Analyze monthly CIP (Capital Investment Project) report for accuracy and G/L detail
 Work with Project Managers on our capital and expense policy and budget procedures
 Establish and Maintain Capital Project records system
 Communicate and negotiate payment and term requirements with vendors
 Prepare fixed asset documentation and placing equipment in service for asset capitalization
GENESYS, Systems Integrator & Engineering Consultants, Kansas City, MO
Project Engineer, 01/2012 to 12/2012
 Utilized technology and application development expertise to create customized solutions
 Interfaced with clients in developing project concepts and final design objectives, responsible for resource
planning, constructability reviews and providing a liaison of integration between company and client
 Attended all customer(s) Safety Training and communicated that information prior to our construction /
installation crew onsite
 Responsible for project tracking, producing bill of materials, cost reports, Engineering Change Notices (ECN)
and schedules to ongoing projects
 Oversee document control activities, submittal drawings, approval drawings, outgoing project correspondence
to vendors and customer, made changes to AutoCAD drawings as needed
 Supported Project Manager and Detailers to accomplish scope of work on time and under budget
 Provided Project & Safety Management during equipment installations with Construction Team

2. ATK, Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing, Independence, MO
Manufacturing Engineer, 10/2010 to 11/2011
 Improved Operational Availability (OA) 20% - military cartridge manufacturing equipment with line speeds of
300 parts per minute through design changes and failure mode assessment
 Led 3-8 person cross functional teams in conducting Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) for production equipment
reducing downtime, guarding and safety operational deficiencies
 Wrote JSA’s and operating procedures for production equipment within department
 Conducted analyses of equipment utilizing calipers, gauges, motor analysis, oil analysis, and high speed film
 Utilized Maximo/CMMS to Produce Maintenance Work Procedures, Daily Operator Work Procedures, Inventory
tracking and visual documentation support
 Worked with Project Managers, Department Leaders, Engineering and Maintenance to review productivity
reports, progress analysis and establish JIT inventory levels
Heatron, Flexible Cartridge Heater Manufacturing, Leavenworth, KS
EHS Team Leader, 02/2007 to 10/2009
 Responsible for 3 local facilities and an additional 4th facility in Erie PA for
o Etched Foil and Flexible Heating Elements
o Tubular Cartridge Heaters
o Circuit Board and LED device manufacturing and assembly
o Aluminum Casting Foundry
 Promoted plant safety performance through administration of company policy/procedure and training consistent
with the objectives of the company and in compliance with OSHA and State Agencies
 Facilitated our culture of employee responsibility in health and safety which led to a 60% reduction in Lost Time
Accidents
 Developed a comprehensive 26-point training program for new employee orientation, led monthly safety
meetings of 20-60 associates to ensure compliance with relevant regulations
 Trained all new employees joining the company for my first year, then trained HR personnel to perform the
training and they took on the role
 Developed and maintained budget for all EHS activities. Wrote purchase orders, approved receipt and
maintained daily status reporting
 Evaluated and closed out pre-existing Workman’s Comp Claims and Lawsuits with Insurance Carrier
 Case Manager for any new LTA’s and Recordable Incidents
 Support Maintenance on equipment as necessary and upgraded our lockout procedures
 Performed bi-weekly audits on all facilities and worked with Plant Managers to resolve any issue
Varco Pruden Building, Panel Building Manufacturing, St. Joseph, MO
Sr. Plant Engineer, 07/2000 to 02/2007
 Managed EHS program for the facility
 Responsible for managing the activities of the maintenance department to keep building and equipment in
proper state of repair
 Developed and managed $1.5 million annual Capex budget, provide weekly status reports of project
progression, monies spent to date and estimates of completed project.
 Work with corporate finance on asset inventory, value and all documentation as required.
 Utilized TPM, Continuous Improvement methods improving Equipment Maintenance, reduced downtime 15%
 Provided hands-on experience to solve equipment breakdowns to improve the effectiveness of the Maintenance
Department and technical resources
 Modified and installed many new pieces of equipment and made significant process improvements: Paint
Operations, Roll Forming, Welding, Coil and Plate material handling
 Wrote/edited Job Safety Analysis and performed training for production equipment
 Trained supervisors to be trainers and coaches of Safety, supported them for weekly tool box meetings

3. Northrop / Grumman, Automotive Truck Assembly Plant, MI
Manufacturing and Maintenance Manager, 01/1995 to 02/1998
 Completed $14 million modernization initiative, increased production capacity 150%
 Provide technical assistance to production departments: diagnose and make recommendations to eliminate
production problems and to improve operating effectiveness through more efficient use and care of equipment
 Managed department of 16 personnel, set goals, schedules, training, and performance reviews
 Responsible for Overhead Crane, Construction, Electrical and General Contractors
 Responsible for 3 separate facilities on 150 acres’ land
 Developed several large pieces of equipment implementing complete safety and efficiency into design
 Approved capital equipment purchases, oversee daily budget log, variances and completion schedules on
numerous multi-project events
Morrison Knudsen, Transit Rail Car Manufacturer, Oakland, CA
Safety / Facilities / Project Manager, 08/1991 to 12/1994
 Managed 15-70 union craftsmen to revamp 20 year vacated, 300,000 sq/ft facility
 Managed $7 million project and all budgeted expenses executed in 9 months for the assembly of BART transit
rail cars in San Francisco, California
 Designed building, nozzle framework, pump and filtering system for water testing of rail cars
 Developed Assembly Line Sequence and Work Center Procedures
 Managed Maintenance and Safety Department personnel
 Executed negotiations with CAL-OSHA and local authorities to secure all permits
 Trained nearly 500 employees during start-up of plant
 Customized Corporate Safety Manual and procedures for State of California operations
EDUCATION
State University of New York, Bachelor of Professional Studies
Mohawk Valley Community College, Associate of Science in Mechanical / Electrical Technology
MILITARY
Marine Corps – Enlisted 3 years