Leigh Smith Miet
About Leigh Smith Miet
Leigh Smith Miet is an Electrical Design Manager with over thirty years of experience in the manufacturing sector, specializing in electrical control systems for the food processing industry. He has a strong background in automation, lean practices, and designing for explosive environments.
Work at JBT FoodTech
Leigh Smith Miet has been serving as the Electrical Design Manager at JBT FoodTech since 2021. In this role, he specializes in designing electrical control systems and automation tailored for the food processing industry. His work focuses on ensuring high reliability and resistance to sanitization processes, which is critical in food production environments.
Education and Expertise
Leigh Smith Miet holds two Higher National Certificates (HNC) from Colchester Institute. He studied Electrical and Electronics Engineering from 1988 to 1991 and Systems Software and C Programming from 1992 to 1993. His educational background supports his expertise in electrical design, automation, and control systems, particularly in the context of food processing.
Background
Leigh Smith Miet has over thirty years of experience in the manufacturing sector, with a strong focus on electrical design and automation. Before joining JBT FoodTech, he worked at Marel as a Manufacturing Manager from 2005 to 2016. He also served as an Electrical Design Engineer from 2016 to 2021 in Harwich, Essex, where he developed skills in various automation technologies.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Leigh Smith Miet is proficient in using Rockwell Automation Compactlogix, Guardlogix, and Contrologix PLCs, as well as Siemens TIA Portal for electrical control panel design. He is also experienced in designing for explosive environments, adhering to standards such as DSEAR, ATEX, and IECEx. His technical skills extend to sheet metal fabrication and CNC plasma cutting, utilizing tools like Verosoft Radan 2016 and Verosoft Radbend.
Lean and Continuous Improvement Experience
Leigh Smith Miet has significant experience in implementing lean and continuous improvement activities. He focuses on enhancing efficiency and reducing business costs through various methodologies. His skills in visual management implementation, including SQDC, and problem-solving techniques such as A3 and 8D, contribute to his effectiveness in driving operational improvements.