Andrew Neal
Help Desk Engineer at Techvera
Help Desk Engineer
Solving problems and noticing the details.

I have spent my whole career in the manufacturing industry.  Here I learned that the smallest detail can make or break a project.  I was taught a hands-on approach to problem solving.  I started working production lines at 18 years old and there I was taught the smallest change can impact a project in exponential ways.  This skill carried over as I started working in Tool & Die designing and building tools for production - where even the smallest detail matters.

While I was beginning my career, I attended college to earn my degree in Information Systems; a passion I hold dear.  I have installed complete networks from the ground up, taught myself how to deploy and run VoIP systems, and troubleshoot hardware issues.  Deployed CCTV systems from the older RG style to the now IP based systems.  I love to watch networks grow and how the different systems interconnect, how to secure them, and how to scale them across multiple campuses.

My experience thus far in my life has led me to be able to analyze problems from many different sides, from mechanical, to technological, and product interactions.  I have led small teams in production all the way to my current position leading several diverse crews in reaching the same goal.

Even when I go on vacation, I will view the building I am staying in admiring how the APs are deployed, what CCTV systems are deployed and their coverage, and how the building mechanicals works.  

My passions do not just lie with the mechanical and IT side either.  I am an elected official and volunteer to run as a city council member in my community.  To serve and communicate with others and hopefully bridge the gaps between viewpoints.
Techvera
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Texas, United States
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Help Desk Engineer
City of Watauga, TX
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Watauga, TX
City Council Member, Place 4
Drew That, LLC
Customized embroidery and digitizing of designs.  Work closely with customers to develop artwork and address needs of end user for variety of mediums, including embroidery, screen printing, and vinyl graphics.
Watauga, TX
Director
Mosites Rubber Company
Lead the plant for IT, production, and maintenance requirements:
-Install, patch, and maintain multiple endpoints and servers (Microsoft 2008, 2012)
-Deployed office 365 and maintain system controls
-Install and maintain IP camera system
-Train and recruit personnel for production and maintenance departments
-Conduct safety meetings and root cause analysis of plant accidents
-Work closely with multiple departments and teams for schedules, priorities, and goals within the organization. 
-Coordinate with production departments to address interruptions due to necessary repairs and downtime.  
-Improve the ERP system and add enhancements to validate data available.  
-Setup, deploy, and maintain 3CX phone system.
-Setup, deploy, and maintain wireless system for plant.
-Directly control Microsoft AD network and group policy.
-Upgrade and deploy network infrastructure including new IP camera systems that meet FAR 52.204 requirements and NIST 800-171 requirements for network security.  
-Improve and train workforce as necessary to maintain a safe, clean, and organized unit.
Fort Worth, TX
Plant Superintendent
AndBarr, Inc.
Maintain day to day operations of facility, including scheduling of production, employees, and maintenance of machinery.  Setup and run plastic extruders, from .75" - 2.5" single screw and 60mm conical screw extruders.  Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment, including preventative maintenance and safety devices.  Develop and continuously improve quality system, including assuming quality management role for the last year of employment.  Work closely with customers to achieve necessary tolerances and product input to meet requirements.
Fort Worth, TX
Operations Manager
Thermo Plastics Co.
Run day to day operations of plant, including maintaining inventories, set production schedules, resolve quality issues, and worked closely with clients to build relationships.  Planned production for 26 extrusion lines, ranging in size from .75" - 3.5" single screw and 30mm - 100mm conical twin screw extruders.  Help introduce and implement first quality system and laid ground work for ISO 9001 standards.  Maintained accounting systems and payroll for entire company, including tax reports and financials.
Fort Worth, TX
Plant Manager
First Security LLC
Worked as both non-commissioned and commissioned security officer.  Duties included detailed reports of incidents, issues, and property status.  Required minute detail reporting of specific lights, doors, or other areas with changes.
Fort Worth, TX
Commissioned Officer
BBA
Management Information Systems
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Texas Wesleyan University
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3CX
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3CX Basic Certified Engineer v18
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Dallas, TX
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Sales Associate at Sewell Family of Companies, Inc.
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Arlington, TX
Richard McKelvey
Sales Manager at Oil States Industries
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Flower Mound, TX
Sean Greene
Josh Bradburn State Farm Agency
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Mansfield, TX
David James
Sales Consultant at D.J. Sales
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Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Emma Gibson
VSL Manager
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Colleyville, TX
Kelly Rowe
Facilities UPW Technician
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Melissa, TX
Scott Curtis
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Granbury, TX
Torin Jacoby
Project Manager at Fibergrate Composite Structures
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Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Kaitlyn Wilson
Youth Director
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Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Fortino Diosdado Murillo
Account Manager at Warrior Industrial LLC
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Fort Worth, TX
Cynthia de Armas
Account Manager at Steelhead Tubular, LLC.
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Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Zachery Ballard
Area Account Manager
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Fort Worth, TX
Joe Alhaddad
Sales at 4-STAR Hose & Supply, Inc.
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Burleson, TX
Pamela Arnold
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Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Marcus Sydow
Division Manager at Bill Spitzer & Associates, Inc.
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Arlington, TX
Casey Green
Student at Tarrant County College
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Dallas, TX
Neal Parks
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Irving, TX
Esmeralda Ramirez
Accounts Payables at Harvill Industries
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Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Steve McLean
Purchasing Manager at DBC Industrial Supply Co
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Dallas, TX
Little Mark williams
Application Specialist at Odessa Pumps & Equipment, Inc
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London
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Account Director at TBWA\WorldHealth London
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Bielsko-Biała Metropolitan Area
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Owner at Neal English Language Centre
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Greater Perth Area
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Theatre Manager at Kingsway Christian College
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United Kingdom
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