Andrew Van Den Barse Laar
About Andrew Van Den Barse Laar
Andrew Van Den Barse Laar is a Senior Electrical Engineer at Berry Global, Inc. in Nashville, Tennessee, with over 13 years of experience in the manufacturing sector, particularly in electrical engineering for large-scale production facilities.
Work at Berry Global
Andrew Van Den Barse Laar has been employed at Berry Global, Inc. since 2011, serving as a Senior Electrical Engineer for 13 years. His role is based in Nashville, Tennessee, where he oversees electrical engineering operations across three sites. These sites were previously known as Clopay Plastics. His responsibilities include managing various electrical engineering projects and ensuring the efficiency of operations within the manufacturing sector.
Education and Expertise
Andrew studied at the University of Johannesburg, where he earned a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) degree in Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive expertise in electrical engineering, particularly within large-scale production facilities in the manufacturing sector.
Background in Electrical Engineering
Before joining Berry Global, Andrew accumulated significant experience in the field of electrical engineering. He worked as a Project Manager at Instrotech from 1994 to 2000, where he managed various projects in Johannesburg, South Africa. Following this, he served as a Technical Support Engineer at Yelland Control (Omron) from 2000 to 2005, further enhancing his technical skills and knowledge in the industry.
Achievements in the Plastics Industry
With over a decade of experience in managing electrical engineering projects specifically in the plastics industry, Andrew has developed a comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges and requirements of this sector. His role at Berry Global involves applying this knowledge to improve operational efficiency and oversee engineering initiatives across multiple sites.