Steve Swain
About Steve Swain
Steve Swain is a Facilities Operations Manager with extensive experience in production supervision and maintenance management. He has implemented efficiency improvements in various roles and holds a background in mechanical engineering.
Current Role at Ardagh Group
Steve Swain has been working at Ardagh Group since 2017, where he holds the position of Production Supervisor. In this role, he oversees production operations and ensures efficiency within the facility located in Fairfield, California. His responsibilities include managing production requests and ensuring compliance with environmental health and safety standards. He has implemented strategies that enhance operational efficiency and reduce spoilage, contributing to the overall productivity of the facility.
Facilities Operations Manager Experience
Since 2022, Steve Swain has served as the Facilities Operations Manager at Toray Advanced Composites in Fairfield, California. In this capacity, he is responsible for overseeing facility operations, coordinating equipment installations, and managing maintenance projects. His role involves ensuring that the facility operates smoothly and efficiently, while also focusing on safety and compliance with industry standards.
Previous Work Experience
Steve Swain has a diverse background in facilities management and operations. He worked at UTC Aerospace Systems Interiors-Propulsion from 2009 to 2016 as Maintenance and Machine Shop Supervisor. Prior to that, he served as Maintenance Manager at Western Container Corporation for 11 months in 1995-1996. He also held the position of Maintenance Supervisor at Napa County Office of Education for one year from 2016 to 2017 and worked as Supervisor of Facilities at ICON Aircraft for 7 months in 2015-2016.
Education and Technical Skills
Steve Swain studied Mechanical Engineering at Solano Community College from 1978 to 1980, where he achieved a Certificate of Excellence. His education has equipped him with the technical skills necessary for his roles in facilities management and operations. He holds ATF certification, which allows him to prioritize production requests for machine shop work orders involving live ordinances. His expertise includes coordinating new equipment installations and custom design and fabrication.
Achievements in Project Management
Steve Swain has successfully coordinated and overseen various projects throughout his career. Notably, he supervised and assisted in the design of a $4 million Cooling Tower and Air Compressor Project, achieving a 1.5-year payback while incorporating data for a PG&E rebate. He also managed an HVAC replacement project for equipment over 30 years old, which improved personnel cooling through a new airflow design. His ability to implement high-speed conveyance designs has led to reduced spoilage and increased efficiencies in production.