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Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Carrollton, Georgia, United States

• Created and modified equipment layouts and compressed air drawings using AutoCAD.• Supported Research and Development engineers in conducting equipment commissioning trials.• Implemented Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and calibration procedures for nine new production lines.•Reduced Rollable Ribbon production downtime by conducting time studies and implementing standardized work•Worked with contractors to make electrical and mechanical modifications in various projects•Wrote operating procedures for Riser cable production line•Updated ribbon production safety procedures on storing hazardous chemicals and waste

Carrollton, Georgia, United States

• Worked with other interns to improve excess fiber length measurement procedures using lean manufacturing methods• Created machine operation and breakdown documentation for Rollable Ribbon production lines.• Improved workflow and nonstandard customer request identification by standardizing cable and reel configurations for premises cables.

Carrollton, Georgia, United States

• Worked with plant engineering to review and eliminate potential safety hazards.• Assisted in safety data entry and maintenance.• Helped organize monthly events to promote safe work practices within Southwire's utility products plant.

Carrollton, Georgia, United States

• Worked within a team of other interns to assess if electric forklifts could be implemented in Southwire’s Utility Plant.• Partnered with Georgia Power’s “Will it Work” fleet electrification program to complete assessment• Evaluated financial, logistical, and environmental impact on the plant and surrounding areas.• Conducted a study comparing several forklift models and batteries• Completed a return on investment analysis and capital request to purchase five electric forklifts.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Electrical Engineering, Highest Honors

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Pre-Engineering