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Morganton, North Carolina, United States

Peidmont Region, Nc

Peidmont Region, Nc

Newton, Nc

Mocksville, Nc

With Ingersoll Rand, I pursue cross-functional leadership across Centac machining, NPD initiatives including C800, C2000, and Zeus, as well as capital projects for a diversified and global industrial company generating $14.8B annual revenue. In doing so, I have accomplished $400K annual cost savings by reducing scrap with capital projects including a $1.5M bearing cell, the replacement of four archaic machines with one robotic-loaded vision system, crash avoidances, real-time tool… Show more With Ingersoll Rand, I pursue cross-functional leadership across Centac machining, NPD initiatives including C800, C2000, and Zeus, as well as capital projects for a diversified and global industrial company generating $14.8B annual revenue. In doing so, I have accomplished $400K annual cost savings by reducing scrap with capital projects including a $1.5M bearing cell, the replacement of four archaic machines with one robotic-loaded vision system, crash avoidances, real-time tool monitoring, and in-process CTQ inspection. I also capture $945K savings per year by improving efficiency with the use of a $1.1M non-round ID/OD polygon grinder. I oversee a $1.4M investment of the cast tooling replacement project and strategically coordinate with procurement to replace and validate molds as well as conduct tooling for 11 investment cast impellers. Show less

Mocksville, Nc

As a Manufacturing Engineer Supervisor, I led five direct reports in manufacturing engineering division. I coached, supervised, and delivered hands-on training curriculum with an emphasis on efficiency and safety regulation compliance. I also supported all machining operations across the Centac value stream and headed stabilization efforts of the Centac machining process through the facilitation of RIEs (also known as Kaizen events).I established CNC programming standards, developed… Show more As a Manufacturing Engineer Supervisor, I led five direct reports in manufacturing engineering division. I coached, supervised, and delivered hands-on training curriculum with an emphasis on efficiency and safety regulation compliance. I also supported all machining operations across the Centac value stream and headed stabilization efforts of the Centac machining process through the facilitation of RIEs (also known as Kaizen events).I established CNC programming standards, developed product-specific PQPRs, and proved vital to leading-edge product development. I introduced and implemented new CNC programming and verification software. I also participated in the Shingijutsu 3P initiative to eliminate waste through operational process improvement. Utilized principles of Kaizen, Kanban, Lean manufacturing and just-in-time production. This project enabled higher customer satisfaction and elevated performance levels. Show less

Ladson, Sc

I spearheaded the launch of five new products and acquired PPAP approval while leading all machining processes for the manufacturing of state-of-the-art turbine housings. I also ensured product development and production were in compliance to schedule. Throughout this position, I took charge of production support, strategic plant layout, tooling, fixturing, gaging, CNC programs, and process sheets. I also took the initiative to design and deliver operator training curriculum.

Newton, Nc

As the Manufacturing Engineer, I managed four capital projects totaling $2M+ with expert project management methodologies. I also rolled out process and quality improvements while providing top-tier production support.I took charge of hard turning, hard drill/tap of ring gears, as well as O.D. grinding of pinion gears for automotive axles. I ensured cost-efficient control plans and capital equipment purchases. I also conducted capability analysis, equipment runoff, FMEA, tooling… Show more As the Manufacturing Engineer, I managed four capital projects totaling $2M+ with expert project management methodologies. I also rolled out process and quality improvements while providing top-tier production support.I took charge of hard turning, hard drill/tap of ring gears, as well as O.D. grinding of pinion gears for automotive axles. I ensured cost-efficient control plans and capital equipment purchases. I also conducted capability analysis, equipment runoff, FMEA, tooling, fixturing, gaging, operator training, and process sheets.With this position, I also garnered recognition for accomplishing $187K cost savings by extending the tool life of the hard drill by 280%. Show less

Andrews, Nc

I served as the project leader orchestrating in-sourcing for existing product and new product launches consisting of 15,000 earned hours per year. I positioned each project to be accomplished with less than a one-year return on investment. I also scheduled bridge stock and purchased capital equipment with cost-effective tactics.

Monroe, Nc

I managed 20 hourly direct reports and two exempt employees. I also oversaw manufacturing engineers, CNC programming personnel, and production staff. I made value-added contributions including the replacement of 11 Warner Swasey chuckers with two CNC lathes. I also consolidated multiple operations while launching six axis turning centers. I purchased a state-of-the-art DNC communications system. I supervised the full-phase start-up procedures and staffing initiatives for the machining… Show more I managed 20 hourly direct reports and two exempt employees. I also oversaw manufacturing engineers, CNC programming personnel, and production staff. I made value-added contributions including the replacement of 11 Warner Swasey chuckers with two CNC lathes. I also consolidated multiple operations while launching six axis turning centers. I purchased a state-of-the-art DNC communications system. I supervised the full-phase start-up procedures and staffing initiatives for the machining unit and implemented process improvements to diminish set-up time by 66%. Show less

Journeyman, Precision Machining

4 year Precision Machining Apprenticeship 8,000 hours of hands on experience and 360 hours of classroom

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