Kyle DeBerry

Experience

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  Rc Components

  May 2013 - Dec 2013

  CNC Programmer

  • Wrote and revised CNC programs for new products and existing products• Designed new products, created work instructions, and revised blueprints• Optimized machine speeds and feeds to achieve higher finished quality and reduced cycle times

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  Holley Performance Products

  May 2014 - Dec 2016

  Manufacturing Engineering Intern

  • Updated and maintained plant layout using AutoCAD, optimized production flow and equipment arrangement• Reverse designing and redesign of old fixturing, fixture adaptation design for machine compatibility• Design, machining and fabrication of damaged, modified, and new fixtures

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  LORD Corporation

  Mar 2017 - Dec 2017

  Manufacturing Engineer Intern

  • Reverse engineered and designed fixturing, dies, load/unload trays, and revised blueprints• Conducted and tracked time studies on production parts to set and update labor standards• Machined and Fabricated various tooling

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  Constellium-UACJ ABS LLC

  Jan 2018 - Dec 2018

  • Created, implemented, and maintained Lean practices used throughout the plant• Tracked and responded to quick kaizen suggestions• Organized and pin stripped boards for easy communication

  • Maintenance Engineer Intern

    May 2018 - Dec 2018

  • Lean Engineering Intern

    Jan 2018 - May 2018
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  BERETTA

  Dec 2018 - Nov 2019

  · Responsible for all matters, related to the product (firearm) design and industrialization.· This includes research and development, design, improvement, problem solving, testing, company procedures, internal correspondence, and documentation.· Manage product development programs/projects and ensure that cost, quality and schedule are established and maintained.· Develop test plans, conduct product testing, and create detailed test reports.· Working with Product Marketing, write technical product procedures, and specifications.· Design and evaluate new products and components.· Investigate and introduce product improvements (cost, performance, manufacturability, quality, etc...)· Generate CAD product drawing (two-dimensional drafting and three-dimensional solid designs).· Investigate and solve product-related problems.· Generate and maintain Bills of Materials and Item Data in CAD and MRP Databases.· Using sound engineering methods determine the correct functioning of mechanisms and working stress of components.· Perform and coordinate Engineering Change Notices across inter-departmental functions.· Create and review Tolerance Studies/Stack-ups for complex assemblies using both traditional dimensioning and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (ASME Y14.5)· Forecast, propose and assess new technologies and materials· Support Innovation through patents, trademarks, design and authorship’s rights.· Manage and apply for intellectual property protection as appropriate according to US, European and international laws and regulations.· Development of virtual prototyping capabilities, modeling methods, innovative materials and technologies.· Support strategic project and product planning efforts.· Apply constant effort to bring about a “design to process/design to simplicity” (design to cost) concept.· Meet and reach out to vendors to see how their services and/or product could improve the cost or quality of our products Show less · Produce manufacturing processes with the utmost integrity and adherence to Quality policy· Design and maintain concise Process Documentation to support manufacturing and assembly processes· Support and meet development and production schedules, driving productivity, and quality initiatives, and manage the areas within budget guidelines and controls· Assist in determining the proper manufacturing processes for assembly, machining, inspection, and test of required components· Convey technical understanding to Setup personnel through work instructions, product knowledge, and hands-on training· Evaluate manufacturing processes for improvement of product flow, cost, and First Time Yield (FTY)· Analyze technical drawings and data and offer configuration changes to enhance product manufacturability· Initiate plans of action to troubleshoot and solve recurring problems within production Show less

  • Product Design Engineer

    Jul 2019 - Nov 2019

  • Manufacturing Engineer

    Dec 2018 - Jul 2019
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  Vail Resorts

  Dec 2019 - Mar 2020

  Certified Adult Snowboard Instructor

  • Provide quality ski or snowboard instruction to groups and individuals in a safe and fun manner while upholding all Safety rules/regulations and Company guidelines. Upholding the highest levels of guest safety on varied terrain in high altitude, with varying winter weather conditions.• Clearly and accurately instructing assigned levels of skiing or snowboarding to students, both physically and verbally.• Ensuring that students are matched to appropriate skier/snowboarding skill level and working with supervisors/managers to make appropriate changes when necessary.• Provide a safe and fun learning environment through exceptional class handling and creativity using teaching handbook as a guide.• Assisting in operational responsibilities of Ski & Snowboard programs including but not limited to registration process, directing guests to appropriate equipment fitting source or lesson meeting place, upkeep of outdoor teaching areas and cleanliness of facilities.• Discuss the lesson content and evaluate the progress of the lesson with the guest.• Assisting guests with transportation of equipment.• Assisting guests to load and unload the chairlift.• Communicating instructions and helping guests to their feet during a lesson.• Work cooperatively with staff and other departments to ensure safety, security and enjoyment of our guests.• Knowledge and awareness of the environment. Must be able to make sound decisions based on weather conditions, terrain and temperatures. Show less

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  Vail Resorts

  Aug 2020 - May 2021

  Entry Lift Mechanic

  • Ensured safe and reliable mechanical operation of lifts to CPTSB standards and practices• Responsible for following the company's safety and risk management policies and procedures• Responsible for performance and scheduling of all preventative maintenance procedures• Responded and assisted in troubleshooting all "down" lifts• Responsible for assuring that the Maintenance Mgr., Lead, and Lift Dispatch is immediately informed and consulted about all abnormal or unusual conditions, incidents, observations, or system malfunctions.• Respond, as assigned, to lift failures to productively resolve these situations in a timely manner• Responsible for maintaining all tools, equipment, and vehicles as assigned • Must be knowledgeable in being able to evacuate a lift under auxiliary power in all circumstances• Participate in a continuous learning training of lift maintenance personnel• Supports the professional growth and development of employees across all levels of the organization, working closely with Lift Operations• Provide superior service to our guests (internal and external) at all times. Interact with the guests and respond to all guests in a courteous, efficient manner• Responsible for recording all information of work performed on lifts and submitting to lift records in a timely manner to CPTSB standards• Responsible for NDT inspection, documentation, and evaluation of components.• Certified Level I NDT inspector Show less

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  B3 Electric

  Nov 2021 - Mar 2023

  Mechanical Engineer/ Project Manager

  • Provided customers a “one stop shop” solution for all of their maintenance, industrial, and integration needs.• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair CNC equipment, PLC’s, Robots, and other industrial machines.• Meet with customers and generate scopes of work compliant with OSHA guidelines in a quick and efficient manner.• Provide customers budget friendly solutions to accurately meet their needs.• Possess skills for programming, control system modifications, control system troubleshooting, mechanical system troubleshooting, mechanical system design. • Proficiency in Allen Bradley PLC Programming• Sourced, tracked, and delivered materials and components to ensure projects stayed on schedule.• Responsible for managing team members, materials, and equipment, and overseeing multiple projects ongoing at once Show less

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  Horizon Drone Solutions

  May 2022 - now

  Owner/Operator

  I own and operate an aerial photography company, providing imagery and videography services for real estate, events, building inspections, surveying and land mapping, security surveillance, and search and rescue. Operating and licensed under the Federal Aviation Administration Part 107, I strive to deliver stunning art work and professional services to my customers.

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  KIRKMAN COMMERCIAL ROOFING LLC

  Nov 2024 - now

  Marketing Manager