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Madison, Wi, Us

Madison, Wi, Us

Manage and sustain production outputs for a leading medical device manufacturer. Support new product development efforts to ensure timely product launch. Investigate returned customer product utilizing root cause analysis methods. Manage continuous improvement projects and track savings for company reporting. Pursuing an internal certification in Standard Work.

Blaine, Minnesota, Us

Managed the gyro sifter product line for one of the world leaders in processing equipment. Developed and created 3D CAD models of new concepts for machine improvements. Researched, organized, and oversaw R&D testing for machine optimization and improvements.

Maple Plain, Mn, Us

Worked with cross-disciplinary teams developing and improving manufacturing processes in a high paced work environment. Identified opportunities for cost saving or expanding capabilities while maintaining the desired quality standards of our customers. Participated in daily meetings to investigate and resolve problematic molds. Created, updated, and maintained work instructions for the production floor to ensure consistent workmanship from shift to shift in a 24/7 work environment.

Maple Plain, Mn, Us

Created mold elements and toolpathing for single and multi-cavity injection molds utilizing proprietary software. Created gate locations, ejector layouts, mold flow simulations, and quality checks for customer approval. Identified molding concerns and communicated with internal departments to resolve issues while maintaining customer timelines.

Maple Plain, Mn, Us

Utilized proprietary software to perform design for manufacturability analysis on customer supplied 3D CAD models and provided quotes for plastic injection molding, over-molding, insert molding, liquid silicone rubber, metal injection molding, and magnesium injection molding. Communicated with internal sales department and application engineers to effectively answer customer questions. Proposed design changes to customers that optimized internal processes and helped meet customer timelines.

Baraboo, Wi, Us

Completed an internship with a molding company who serves a wide range of customers and specializes in injection molding as well as blow molding. Worked with a cross-functional team to move a specialized molding business from one plant to another. Created a visual tracking system for the production floor to track key performance indicators. Performed time studies to investigate bottle necks in processes and worked with production floor employees to come up with optimized solutions.

Walworth, Wi, Us

Completed a co-op as a product engineering for an automotive OEM provider. Managed multi-year projects specifically for reservoir components that would be used for future vehicles. Investigated requested engineering changes and entered changes into company database as necessary. Gathered and prepared necessary documentation for design, quote, and PPAP teams. Organized, conducted, and participated in meetings with internal cross-functional teams as well as customers.

Waunakee, Wi, Us

Worked in multiple departments seasonally for a top tier gear box provider. Prepared components for motor assembly to improve efficiencies in the motor build department. Organized and restocked motor assembly components to avoid line down situations. Cleaned and prepared assembled gear boxes to help streamline the painting process.

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Worked seasonally for a leader in the pizza industry. Communicated daily with customers and assisted them with placing orders both in person and over the phone. Created specialty pizzas to exceed customer’s expectations while maintaining a safe and clean work environment. Prepared the necessary ingredients and specialty items with other team members to ensure a profitable and successful pizza establishment.