Consulted with engineering, data, and design specialists to determine product model requirements, reviewed data packages to define material specifications and build process for handset-models/prototypes.• Collaborated with model shop team members to insure customer designs were met and supporting services for key accounts such as Verizon, T-Mobile, and other industry-leading carriers. • Collaborated with model shop team members on material, color, and finish to generate data suitable for presentation model needs. • Contributed to part of a highly-skilled team to manufacture Kevlar and Carbon Fiber handset housings accomplished by machining acrylic molds and bucks. • Developed a process to laser and machine all pocket details in handset forms. Created and implemented process improvements to enhance productivity and efficiency.• Reduced process time by streamlining part fixturing procedures, eventually establishing it as the standard protocol for the team• Increased annual presentation model production output from 15 models to 250 models per year over a three year period • Served as the sole operator and subject matter expert (SME) for all CNC machines• Played key role in procurement of creative evolution and HAAS CNC machining center equipment, working with the manager and facilities/operations personnel to implement equipment setup• Bolstered operations by increasing CNC machines from two to nine; replaced outdated equipment and installed new equipment as needed. Mentored junior model shop team members/interns in the use of equipment and CNC cam software.Coordinated relocation of all equipment when moving the facility from Libertyville to downtown Chicago.

Recruited as part of a new team to lead industrial design modeling and prototyping using CNC gantry machines for key clients, including Whirlpool and Plantronics; products included large appliances and medical equipment.