James Cannon
About James Cannon
James Cannon is a Project Controls Analyst at American Electric Power in Columbus, Ohio, where he has worked since 2016. He has over 25 years of experience in project management and production control across various companies and holds degrees from The Ohio State University.
Work at American Electric Power
James Cannon has been employed at American Electric Power as a Project Controls Analyst since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for managing project schedules and ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget. His work is based in Columbus, Ohio, where he has contributed to various projects over the past eight years.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his current position, James Cannon held several roles in different organizations. He worked at Shiloh Industries as a Production Control Specialist from 2015 to 2016 and briefly as a Production Coordinator in 2016. His experience also includes four years at Siemens in Munich, Germany, where he served in Program Planning and Controls from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, he worked at Pcc Airfoils and Midwest Acoust-a-fiber Inc, gaining extensive experience in production control and project management.
Education and Expertise
James Cannon studied at The Ohio State University, where he earned an Associate of Arts degree from 1998 to 2004 and a Bachelor of Arts degree from 1998 to 2010. His education is complemented by training in Six Sigma Black Belt, World Class Manufacturing Concepts, and Robust Design. He is proficient in Primavera P6 for project scheduling and Deltek Open Plan for managing complex program timelines.
Certifications and Skills
James Cannon possesses several certifications and skills relevant to his field. He serves as a 'Lead Assessor' for the ISO/QS 9000 quality system, indicating his expertise in quality management systems. He is also experienced in Fanuc Robot programming, which enhances his capabilities in project controls and manufacturing processes.
Long-Term Career Overview
With a career spanning several decades, James Cannon has accumulated extensive experience in project controls, production management, and cost estimation. His early career included a decade at Findlay Industries as a Cost Estimator, followed by various roles that have shaped his expertise in project management and controls across multiple industries.