Daniel Kay

Background

About Daniel Kay

Builder of high-performing Engineering & Maintenance organizations in regulated environments (pharma/med-device/industrial), now targeting Regional Engineering Director roles across CRE/FM portfolios. I lead teams that keep sites safe, compliant, and running 24×7—while delivering $MM capital projects on time and budget. My playbook blends TPM/PM/PdM, CMMS (SAP PM/Maximo), and KPI/OEE rigor with hands-on coaching, clear standards, and vendor alignment. Select wins • Took a plant from start-up to 24×7 operations; grew Engineering from 8 → 20+(added two Eng. Manager roles). • Lifted labor utilization from low-40% → 85%+ monthly via KPI discipline and visual management. • Delivered multi-million-dollar capex (tray accumulation, bag inverter) URS→FAT/SAT→install→PPQ, on time/budget. • Represented Maintenance in FDA/ISO/FM Global audits; standardized SOPs, CAPA, and Gemba to close issues fast. • In-sourced MRO storeroom; implemented Maximo for 12k+ parts and saved ~$1M in year one. • Drove ~$700K annualized savings; reduced M&R budget 8.5% YoY; achieved 100% PM on-time and ≤1.9% breakdown maintenance. • Increased facility throughput +34.4%; improved a line +28.9%, exceeding OEM spec by 14.7%/103,190 tons. How I lead • Clear standards → SQPDC/MDI boards, accountability, and calm daily cadence. • Reliability first → TPM pillars, PdM routes, and tight CMMS data. • People & partners → grow talent, align vendors, and remove roadblocks. • Safety & compliance → OSHA/NFPA aware; FDA/ISO/FM Global ready. Toolbox: TPM • PM/PdM • CMMS (SAP PM, Maximo) • KPI/OEE • CapEx mgmt • Vendor/contractor mgmt • Budgeting • URS/FAT/SAT/PPQ • RCAs/CAPA • Change control • AutoCAD/SolidWorks • MS Project/Visio • Oracle/IBM Cognos • Outage/turnaround planning