Steve O'Brien

Steve O'Brien has a diverse work experience, starting with their current role as an ERP Software Engineer 2 at Streck. In this role, they install, configures, and modifies third-party application software to provide solutions for business user needs.

Previously, Steve worked as an ERP Implementation Specialist at Datacor, Inc. Steve successfully managed multiple implementation projects concurrently and guided customers through complex projects.

Before that, Steve was an Operational Systems Analyst at PayPal, where they performed production support activities for the Global Finance Operation. Steve resolved production defect issues, led collaborations among cross-functional teams, and acted as a bridge between business users and technology organizations.

Prior to PayPal, Steve served as an ERP Systems Analyst at Airlite Plastics Co. Steve interviewed facility personnel to gather requirements, documented processes, and tracked project milestones using tools like Confluence and JIRA.

Additionally, Steve gained experience as a Medical Device Project Engineer at Phillips-Medisize and as a Manufacturing Engineer Intern at W. S. Darley & Co. and Pentair. In these roles, they coordinated cross-functional teams, developed timelines, designed fixtures, managed Kaizen events, and supported the development of new product lines.

Overall, Steve O'Brien has demonstrated their expertise in ERP implementation, software engineering, production support, project management, and manufacturing engineering throughout their work experience.

Steve O'Brien has a Master of Science (MS) degree in Operations and Supply Chain Management from the University of Wisconsin-Stout, which they obtained from 2016 to 2018. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Engineering Technology with a concentration in Plastics, also from the University of Wisconsin-Stout, from 2009 to 2015. During their undergraduate studies, they pursued a Minor in Quality Management. In addition to their formal education, Steve O'Brien has obtained several certifications, including Excel: Introduction to Formulas and Functions, Project Management: Preventing Scope Creep, From Excel to SQL, Introduction to Disciplined Agile, Learning SQL Programming (2017), Outlook: Tips and Tricks, and SQL: Data Reporting and Analysis, all through LinkedIn. The certifications were obtained between 2021 and 2022.