Andrew Benson

Experience

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  Menards

  Oct 2003 - May 2007

  Assistant Department Manager
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  Fuseks True Value

  Aug 2008 - Jun 2013

  Assistant Manager
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  A.J. Foyt Enterprises

  May 2013 - May 2013

  Assistant Mechanic
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  Echo Engineering & Production Supplies, Inc.

  Jul 2013 - Nov 2024

  As Engineering Manager, I led 3 departments and a team of 14, driving significant improvements in quality and inventory management. I successfully reduced quality issues by 60% in the first year and 70% in the second year, increased catalog stocking rate from 65% to 98%, and cut material inventory from $1.4MM to $400k. I also launched our largest department product and achieved ISO compliance with zero findings in production. My focus on cultural transformation and strategic planning ensured the right people were in the right roles, enhancing overall team performance and technical success. Show less In my role as Design Engineer II, I led a major project for a new customer, creating a complete capital investment portfolio and aligning manufacturing methods and suppliers. I introduced additive manufacturing to speed up part validation, optimized design processes for cost savings, and enhanced manufacturability. My efforts in quality management and supplier coordination ensured technical needs were met, and I applied innovative tools to improve design validation timelines, boosting overall project efficiency and success. Show less As a Design and Sales Engineer, I balanced technical and sales responsibilities, leading projects that turned a groomed customer into our top client. I applied R&D and additive technologies to deliver successful solutions, fostered strong client relationships with a "No Matter What" mentality, and integrated engineering expertise into sales efforts. My industry knowledge and collaboration with multiple teams enhanced customer satisfaction, streamlined project launches, and grew our customer base, driving significant sales and technical success. Show less

  • Engineering Manager

    May 2022 - Nov 2024

  • Design Engineer II

    Jul 2018 - Jun 2022

  • Design and Sales Engineer | CAD Specialist

    Jul 2013 - Jul 2018
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  Kem Krest

  Nov 2024 - now

  Senior Manufacturing Engineer