I was hired on at Turbocam as a temporary employee to perform precision assembly of variable geometry nozzle rings used in automotive turbochargers for commercial applications. I quickly demonstrated an understanding of the mechanical and process requirements of our business and was hired on as a permanent employee with the title of Maintenance Technician. Due to the small size of our division located in SC, I have been given the opportunity and responsibility of implementing a maintenance program through the incorporation of a web-based CMMS so that we can communicate our maintenance records to our Headquarters located out of state. In addition to managing the maintenance program and performing most maintenance tasks, I am also able to fulfill roles that exceed the normal responsibilities of my title. I work closely with the Quality Department to maintain accurate statistical data as a means of identifying both machine performance issues, as well as monitoring upstream and vendor supplied component dimensions. I also communicate needs and designs to our Engineering Department so that we can continue to improve our production efficiency and maintain customer required capabilities. I have written and revised nearly all process work instructions used for the training of new employees and as reference for exisiting production employees.

During my time at Shipyard, I became familiar with electromechanical PLC driven production machinery to effectively and efficiently perform the packaging requirements of a fast-growing beverage company. In addition to monitoring and operating all machinery, I worked closely with the Maintenance Manager and team to not only provide production performance information, but also performed much of the preventive and predictive maintenance tasks needed to reduce machine down-time and increase production efficiency. It was this exposure that spurred my interest in not only manufacturing mechanics but also in process design and engineering.