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Greenville, Nc, Us

Greenville, Nc, Us

Washington, North Carolina

Contributing my expertises in design and engineering to help expand market dominants for some global renowned boat brands: Fountain, Donzi, Baja, NauticStar, and much more…(Product cost range: $100,000-$1,500,000.00 per unit)-ExpansionOverseeing new product development initiatives, diversifying product categories to fuel business growth.-Value AddIntroducing innovative development techniques, tools, and processes. Resulting in improved fabrication and reliability, while consistently meeting challenging deadlines.-IntegrationInfluenced styling aesthetics and development strategies to deliver well-vetted visual concepts that align well to our current manufacturing capabilities to insure a rapid time-to-market outcome.-Cross-team Collaboration Established trust with decision-makers, fostered effective collaboration with reports and cross-functional teams, and maintained strong relationships with reps, dealers, and vendors.-Data Driven Systematically analyzed feedback, implement carefully considered solutions, and rigorously tested effectiveness to consistently deliver products that exceed customer expectations.-Embracing Change Demonstrating a commitment for innovation by consistently volunteering for projects embracing emerging technologies in UX, UI, and AI domains.

Vonore, Tennessee, United States

Instrumental in the design, engineering, and brand development for a new product, KYMA.

Kilgore, Texas

Skeeter Product is a subsidiary of Yamaha Motor Co. Skeeter is a marine manufacturer that specializes in building fiberglass fishing vessels for a variety of fishing styled and types of water.Was an integral part of the engineering team. Influenced the design and development of the product during my tenure.(Product cost range: $50,000-$180,000 per unit)-High StandardsManaged complex projects from design to prototype testing, and on to full production while strictly adhering to industry regulations and standards set by ABYC and NMMA.-Relationship Cultivation Bonded strong relationships with leaders in various manufacturing specialties. Possessed extensive knowledge of these processes, both within and beyond the marine industry.-AdaptiveEffectively and confidently managed personnel across departments, tailoring management styles as needed to achieve product objectives.-PreservationDemonstrated keen awareness to current trends, styles, emerging technologies, and innovations. Steered products towards new trajectory while preserving brand identity.-Transformation Overhaul upholstery department lay-out and production flow. Enhance inventory tracking and product quality. Reduced inefficiencies, warranty claims and employee turnover.-LeanImplemented 5S lean manufacturing principles, emphasizing cost reduction, time studies, sustainability, process enhancements.

Broussard, Louisiana

Assisted customers with their lumber and building material needs in a retail environment. - Product Knowledge Requested many times by loyal customers seeking my helpful support and vast product knowledge in all departments.- Customer Relationship Professional managed customer relations by actively listening, many occasions defusing customer discontent while restoring their confidence in the retail company.- Helping OthersCurated charitable resource donations between The Home Depot and Design program at University of Louisiana at Lafayette.- Safety Operated heavy lifting equipment safely in a highly populated pedestrian area.- Negotiate / Cost Reduction Negotiated deals with customer saving them money, and recovering lost revenue from slow moving goods. In return this further saved the company by reducing overall disposal cost.- Efficiency Key proponent in designing/bringing in a system that is being used in all/most Home Depot stores and is still today preventing hours on hours of potential labor inefficiency.

Broussard, Louisiana

Operated as a consultant, providing maintenance and technical support to 50+ individuals.- Organized Managed all of my affairs; schedules, time sheets, project tasks, training, etc.- Efficient Created process/system improvements that streamlined daily work loads for me as well as others.This afforded me the opportunity to expand my efforts in other departments within the same company, further acquiring more skills.- ResourcefulWhile following strict quality control parameters, I was able to increase the use for reclaimed drilling tool components. A recovery of over $100K annually.- ValuableI was offered a full position with the company during lay-offs and when cutbacks threatened contract services.

Lafayette, Louisiana

Acted as a representative on behalf the company and provided geological/drilling data services to oil and gas companies.- Collaborative Assembled and installed data acquisition sensors.Observed, interpreted and compiled detailed reports. Exchanged data and resources with teams of engineers, geologist, and investors. - Self reliantSpent extended periods of time (months) in remote/hostile environments with zero supervision, and very little contact with headquarters.- MatureWas the youngest individual in most operations.- LeaderLed teams of four.Trained and managed employees with positivity, confidence, and zero conflicts.- TrustedRequested specifically by clients to head selected long-term operations.- LegacyAmassed a large amount of lithological logs, drilling data, geological samples and other related resources that are still being used in the industry today.

Bachelor Of Industrial Design, Industrial And Product Design

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