Wire and Cable Extrusion Senior Consultant
Philip Reese

Wire and cable extrusion equipment

We are currently interested in adding a wire & cable extrusion expert to our team due to overwhelming consulting requests.  We are currently looking to add another Wire & Cable Extrusion expert to our team due to overwhelming consulting interest.
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Wire and Cable Extrusion Expert - Philip Reese

Dedicated Manufacturing Professional with over three decades of experience in the wire and cable industry. Proven track record in world-class wire and cable manufacturing, specializing in various coatings for diverse constructions. My expertise in custom process engineering, equipment fabrication, tooling design, equipment troubleshooting, and maintenance programs aims to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization.

​SKILLS

• Manufacturing Expertise:
  • Proficient in diverse manufacturing processes with a focus on world-class manufacturing.
  • Strong extrusion skills, in-line equipment processing, plant construction, and all operations activities.
  • Experienced in industrial maintenance programs and equipment troubleshooting.
  • Custom fabricator with a knack for designing innovative manufacturing solutions.
  • Specialized in ISO continual and process improvement, including successful implementation of lean management programs.
• Team Collaboration:
  • Strong team player with a comprehensive understanding of logistics and sales.
  • Led a scrap reduction team, achieving a commendable 10% reduction in overall scrap levels.
• Software Proficiency:
  • Proficient in Microsoft productivity software.
• Research and Development:
  • ​Background in Research and Development for military projects from conception to completion.
  • Deep understanding of tooling design and processing for silicone (profile, medical, high voltage) jacketing, ETFE, FEP, PFA, TPU, LSZH Polyurethanes, and more.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
March 2019 - November 2023
Thermal Wire and Cable LLC - Manufacturing Manager
Naples, FL 

• Consultant for extrusion processes and extruder & other equipment selection for wire and cable extrusion
• Oversaw manufacturing plant construction, operations, industrial maintenance, and employee supervision.
• Conducted operator training sessions for team members, emphasizing safety and efficiency.
• Managed Quality Control (QC) processes to ensure product quality meets industry standards.
• Engaged in sales activities, process engineering, raw materials management and materials procurement
• Participated in ongoing cost reduction programs, improving manufacturing processes, troubleshooting process problems, and increasing product quality.

1986 - 2017
Cable USA(Marmon A&D) -
Various Roles:
Process Engineering Manager (10 Years)
Safety Manager (12 Years)
Supervisor (5 Years)
Assistant Plant Manager (5 Years)
Department Leader (10 Years)
Process Engineer (2 Years)

• Project Manager for fine wire plant construction, equipment procurement, design of production lay-out and extrusion production set-up, and new construction development.
• Also team member for second and third stage expansions at Naples location.
• Specialized in Extrusion Tooling Design for Thermo-set Silicones, High Temp. and Low Temp. products. Provided process documentation and operating instructions.
• Expert in most wire and cable manufacturing, Cabling, Braiding, Fusing, Saturation, Retractable Coil Cords, Striping & Coding. Also very involved in QC and Spark Test.
• Served as a Process Engineer, contributing to process optimization and efficiency for 2 years, then Senior Process Engineer for 10 years.
• Managed all industrial processes, provided R&D support to engineering & operations, marketing support with sales. Ensuring adherence to quality standards and production targets. Proficient in assembling yearly capital budgets, managing equipment procurement, overseeing installations, and conducting operator training.

1985 - 1986
Lifetime Water Treatment - Equipment Installation Specialist 
Naples, FL

• Specialized in Reverse Osmosis, Chlorination, de-chlorination, and Water Softening technologies.
• Executed precise installations of residential and commercial Reverse Osmosis systems, ensuring the delivery of high-quality purified water to homeowners.

EDUCATION

• Naples High School, Graduated 1986
• Lorenzo Walker Technical College, AC Tech EPA Cert., 1994-1997
• SW Florida Safety Council, Trainer 1995-2007
• ISO 9001 Auditor
• OSHA Compliance Specialist
• Loss Control Training
• Lean Methodologies
• Coefficient of Variation Training
• Train the Trainer (SWFSC)
• Haz. Materials

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