Experience

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  Army national guard

  Nov 2004 - Nov 2011

  Sergeant

  • Attended multiple training schools. Small Arms Master Gunner course taught me how to lay out firing ranges with focus on firing line operations, medical evacuation, dining facilities, latrines, and communication areas. Warrior Leaders Course taught basic leadership training, instilling leader's skills, knowledge, and experience needed to lead team-squad size units. Providing the foundation for further training and development building functional leadership attributes and competence. Squad Designated Marksman taught foundational teamwork skills (such as safety and communication) to deploy as a member of a rifle squad and engage key targets from 100 to 600-meters with effective, well-aimed fires using standard weapon systems and ammunition. Proficiency in rifle marksmanship as well as a mastery of ballistics, elevation and windage hold- off, range estimation, minute of angle, and sight manipulation.• Deployed to Iraq in 2008 performing convoy security, working with many cross-functional teams. • Led a three-man fire team, ensuring proper use and care of equipment / machinery through technical guidance and training for my team.• Performed corrective and preventative maintenance on equipment / machinery which reduced breakdowns and servicing requirements.• Held a Secret Security Clearance.• Member of the INANG Biathlon Team. Competed nationally for cross country skiing and shooting events. Responsible for weapon, ammunition, and equipment cleanliness and functionality. Show less

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  Fortney hospitality group, inc

  Jul 2011 - Nov 2013

  General manager

  • Controlled hiring, training, scheduling and payroll for a staff of 17• Supervised staff to ensure the cleaning needs of the facility were met with exceptional care• Monitored day to day operations, security, events, installation and sale activity• Worked with outside agencies such as fire, health, police, and building departments toensure compliance with all local, state and federal regulations related to the service industry• Monitored all workspaces throughout the building to identify equipment in need of repair such as glycol systems for walk in freezers / refrigerators, HVAC, kitchen exhaust hoods, grease traps, audio visual equipment, and gaming equipment• Authorized vendor contracts for services such as plumbing, mechanical, electrical and supplies• Managed inventory using common supply chain management practices• Verified accuracy of delivery invoices each week• Exceeded sales goals, increased location sales over 90% in one year• Started at entry level in 2010, promoted to Assistant General Manager in 2011 Show less

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  Patriot engineering and environmental, inc.

  Oct 2014 - Jan 2016

  Technician

  • Oversaw the onsite concrete testing for large scale projects including the build of a 400,000 sq. ft. facility• Provided assistance with planned, designed, and constructed engineering projects and recommend ways to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of products or services provided to customers• Interfaced with three companies regarding quality assurance upon receiving product • Collected soil samples for testing and site inspections prior to construction• Verified installed condition of framing and rebar by comparing field designs, blueprint drawings, and specifications Show less

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  Purdue school of engineering and technology, iupui

  Aug 2015 - Dec 2016

  Teaching assistant

  • Provided technical assistance for students with SolidWorks and AutoCAD 2016 in a lab setting, and GD&T in lecture• Led instruction for Professor when needed• Supported students with difficult engineering concepts by providing feedback and guidance• Graded all assignments and input grades into gradebook for over 50 students

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  Emerson climate technologies

  May 2016 - Aug 2016

  Manufacturing engineer co-op

  • Designed a pallet container to transport compressor parts while going through a wash station and through process stations.• Utilized lean concepts to reduce manufacturing wasteo Redesigned lineside parts storage reducing the amount of walking needed to perform processeso Reduced part batching to allow for a cleaner workspace during product changeovers.o Relocated line sensors for a smoother product flow and walking step reduction • Performed feasibility studies for the redesign of production line layout with a focus of keeping remanufactured parts separate from the OEM processes.• Incorporated poka yoke and andon strategies into new projects with focus to improve ergonomics on working stations Show less

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  Matrix technologies, inc.

  May 2017 - Apr 2018

  Mechanical process engineer co-op

  • Created a 10-page Scope of Work Template and an AutoCAD Cover Sheet for contractor bids. These templates included industry standards, boilerplate language, and were used throughout the company for all client contracts• Prepared CAD drawings of PID systems and equipment layouts based on detailed design provided by an experienced project team member• Referenced 3D scanned point clouds to create 3D environments in SolidWorks • Recommended equipment motors for clients based on process requirements• Complied with both Matrix and client established safety and design standards Show less

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  Honda manufacturing of indiana, llc

  May 2018 - Aug 2020

  Assembly frame - manufacturing engineer

  • Utilize CATIA V5 to analyze 2D and 3D part data to perform design analysis, and determine feasibility for manufacturing processes and quality assurance• Create outsource drawings and BOMs for outsourcing subassemblies to reduce cost, manpower, and process time across Denso projects• Create fixtures to support Mass Production and New Models, eliminating ergonomic risks and near misses during part install and subassembly• Support New Model build events serving as the Denso expert to ensure specifications and manufacturability is communicated to direct production support• Develop and maintain methods and documentation to assist production associates with identifying correct parts and features to support ongoing Mass Production initiatives• Lead manufacturing information study requests that focus on the improvement of Safety, Quality, Design, Cost, and Moral for New Model designs• Conduct and communicate outsource cost and benefit studies to my department, Program Manager, and Purchasing team• Communicate design change notices to teams: Safety, Quality, Equipment, Process, Torque• Issue change requests to design side, detailing manufacturing concern and providing potential countermeasure(s) that improve assembly, quality and cost• Troubleshoot incorrectly installed part variations to fully understand scope of defects• PIC for 3D printing at plant. Show less

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  Usda-nrcs

  Aug 2020 - now

  Agricultural engineer