RICHARD TARWACKI

11 Murray Lane
Keansburg, NJ 07734-1113
Ph: (732) 787-2707, cell (732) 673-8836
Email: [1]rtabdf1c@westpost.net
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Mechanical Engineer with technical experience in the chemical industry
serving in the positions of Staff Engineer, Project engineer and
Facilities Manager. Detail oriented and safety conscious, proficient
in design of equipment and adept in planning & supervision of
construction. Familiar with all aspects of engineering from site
preparation through equipment installation & start-up. Working
knowledge of construction codes including ASME, NFPA, API, ICC
(formerly BOCA) & OSHA. Able to work as a team member or
independently. Computer literate in AutoCAD R14, Microsoft products,
SAP modules & BPCS modules. Experienced Lead Auditor of ISO 9001-2000.
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_____________________________EMPLOYMENT
EXPERIENCE_________________________
TROY CHEMICAL CORP. - Florham Park, NJ June 2000 to May 2010
Facilities Manager - June 2004 to May 2010
Manage maintenance, security and operations of 68,000 sq. ft. office
building on 16 acre site.
* Assured the reliable operation of plumbing, electrical and HVAC
equipment
* Managed the Avaya Definity phone system and Intuity voicemail
system for the Newark and Florham Park facilities. Supplied call
traffic and costing reports using Veramark eCAS system software.
* Supervised all contractors engaged in building and grounds
maintenance and repair of facilities equipment.
* Managed security functions at the Newark and Florham Park
locations including ADT and Sonitrol alarm systems. Supervised the
Security Guard services at the Newark facility.
Project Engineer - June 2000 to May 2004
Supplied engineering support for chemical manufacturing facility
supplying the coatings industry. Responsible for design, estimation
and management of projects involving new equipment and the
construction or upgrade of facilities. Also lead auditor for ISO
1901-2000 compliance.
 * Prepared designs, drawings, cost estimates, schedules and
specifications for projects assigned by the Director of Plant
Engineering.
* Verified the practicability of new designs from the standpoint of
design performance, reliability, process safety, installed cost
and completion dates.
* Assured compliance with applicable construction & safety codes and
industrial standards.
* Assumed responsibility for general supervision of execution of
assigned projects, vendor negotiations, Contractor selection, and
performance with regard to safety and quality.
* Operated in a P.C. network Windows environment using word
processing, spreadsheet and project planning software.
HERCULES INCORPORATED, Parlin N.J. 1988 to 1999
Staff Engineer
Supplied engineering support for chemical manufacturing facility on
650 acre site. Responsibilities included development of designs,
drawings, cost estimates and schedules for projects; assure legal
compliance of projects with environmental regulations and all
applicable codes and standards; supervision of the execution of
assigned projects.
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Richard Tarwacki
H. KOHNSTAMM & CO. INC., New York NY 1975 to 1988
Project Engineer
Supplied engineering support for all divisions (Color, Flavor,
Fragrance and Detergents). Responsibilities included development of
designs, drawings, cost estimates and schedules for projects;
compliance with codes, regulations and standards; construction
planning and supervision. Also in charge of fire prevention, loss
control and security.
SAPOLIN PAINT CO., Brooklyn NY 1973 to 1975
Plant Engineer

In charge of engineering and maintenance at main plant.

Responsibilities included the planning and supervision of the
installation of new equipment, troubleshooting & modification of
production machinery, preventive maintenance, building & grounds
maintenance and plant security. Manager of five man maintenance
department.
MR. HANGER, INC. Long Island City NY 1973
Design Engineer
Responsible for designing and troubleshooting high volume
hydraulic-pneumatic machinery for assembling plastic/metal clothes
hangers. The position involved all phases of design work including
extensive drafting, material selection and vendor liaison.
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___________________________Education_______________________________
The City College, City University of New York 1971 to 1973
Courses in mechanical and electrical engineering
Degree: Bachelor of Technology (electro-mechanical)
Staten Island Community College, City university of New York 1969 to
1971
Major: Mechanical Technology
Degree: Associate of Applied Science, with honors
Brooklyn Technical High School, Brooklyn NY 1964 to 1968
Courses in mechanical and industrial technology in addition to
required curriculum

Diploma: Academic-Technical (mechanical)

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_____________________________CONTINUING
EDUCATION____________________________
Energy Management 4.0 CEU Proactive Safety Training
Leader/ Facilitator Training Evelyn Wood Speed Reading
Auditing of Quality Systems Listening and Speaking Effectively
AutoCAD R14, Levels I, II & III Training for HAZOP Team Members 0.6
CEU
Chillers and Prime Movers Communications Cost Management 4.0 CEU
Suppression & Control of Explosions & Deflagrations

Member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers

References Available Upon Request
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References
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