Robert De Leo
About Robert De Leo
Robert De Leo is a Plant Engineer with over 23 years of experience at Acton Technologies and currently at Noble Biomaterials. He specializes in budgeting, lean manufacturing, and maintenance systems to enhance operational efficiency and support company goals.
Work at Noble Biomaterials
Robert De Leo has been employed as a Plant Engineer at Noble Biomaterials since 2023. In this role, he focuses on enhancing plant performance through reliability improvements and cost engineering. He collaborates with corporate engineering on capital projects, which includes design, implementation, and budget preparation. De Leo also manages the selection, purchasing, and inventory of maintenance parts and supplies, ensuring both expense and capital needs are met. His work involves interfacing directly with vendor technical support groups for the maintenance and improvement of manufacturing equipment.
Previous Experience at Acton Technologies
Prior to his current role, Robert De Leo worked at Acton Technologies for 23 years, serving as a Plant Facilities and Manufacturing Engineer. His responsibilities included developing and managing budgets with a focus on product costs and margins to align with company goals. He managed the CMMS maintenance system to maximize production uptime and provided leadership for lean manufacturing initiatives. De Leo played an active role in negotiations with outside vendors to ensure cost-effective solutions and worked closely with senior management on cross-department business management.
Education and Expertise
Robert De Leo studied at Penn State University, where he earned an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Electrical Engineering Technology from 1985 to 1987. He later achieved a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET) from 1990 to 1998. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in engineering, particularly in areas related to plant operations and maintenance management.
Background in Engineering and Manufacturing
Robert De Leo has a comprehensive background in engineering and manufacturing, focusing on maximizing asset utilization and operational efficiency. He complies with federal and state environmental regulatory agencies and is trained in handling hazardous materials. De Leo has established relationships with a wide range of sub-contract manufacturers, enhancing operational efficiency. He is involved in strategic planning and tactical direction in engineering activities to support the company's vision.
Achievements in Process Improvement
Throughout his career, Robert De Leo has implemented process enhancements aimed at increasing equipment uptime, improving product quality, and reducing facility costs. His focus on reliability improvements and cost engineering has contributed to optimizing plant performance. De Leo's leadership in lean manufacturing initiatives has further supported operational goals and efficiency within the organizations he has worked for.