Erik Buchanan

Erik Buchanan

Self-Scan Manager/Meat Department Assistant

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Applications Engineer II at NCC Automated Systems - Glide-Line| B.S. in Mechanical Engineering concentrating in High Performance Vehicles | Automation | Minor in Applied Mathematics

  • Education

    • University of Miami

      2017 - 2019
      Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering

      I attended the University of Miami for 4 total semesters. I was studying to be an Aerospace Engineer. I transferred to ERAU because of my academic field of interest.

    • Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

      2019 - 2021
      Mechanical Engineering High Performance Vehicles 3.85/4.0

      Activities and Societies: Involved in Formula 1 race team, astronomy club, intramural sports (soccer, basketball, football), member of FSAE team, active brother in Lambda Chi ERAU and the current High Delta (Recruitment Head).

  • Experience

    • ShopRite

      Feb 2015 - Sept 2017
      Self-Scan Manager/Meat Department Assistant

      Handled on average 50+ financial transactions daily using a POS (Point of Sales) merchandising systemPackaged, weighed, and maintained meat supply on the shelves to ensure the team running efficiently Worked in every department when needed, trained others on all positions as well as worked closely with the manager on shift

    • North Penn Gulf

      Apr 2017 - Aug 2017
      Automotive Assistant

      Repaired/changed tires on customer vehicles/maintained cleanliness of workspace for customersEntrusted with driving customers’ cars to get washed after servicing was completed/utilized a POS (point of sales) merchandising system to complete the financial transaction for the service

    • Coughlin's Outdoor Services

      Apr 2018 - Aug 2020
      Crew Member/Owner’s Assistant/Technical Assistant

      Distributed beautification and aesthetic measures throughout homeowners’ yards to their needs and expectations while utilizing heavy machinery: dump trucks, trailer, bobcats when necessaryUtilized strategic planning to mow lawns using teamwork in accordance with applying both Spanish and English communicative skills to work with my colleaguesConcocted solutions of fertilizer and nutrients using mathematical equations to maximize the “green” color in the customer’s lawn

    • University of Miami

      Aug 2018 - Dec 2018
      Architecture Library Assistant

      Document books checked in/out of the library through the ALMA system/prioritized tasks when working the closing shift/maintained cleanliness in the workplace

    • PF Changs China Bistro

      May 2021 - Dec 2021
      Server

      Work as a server for PF Chang's as well as server assistant - one who brings food to the table - take-out specialist - taking orders over the phone and through OLO system, works closely with customers to achieve their needs in the restaurant - finally as a hospitality captain - one who works as the server's "right-hand man" from greeting tables, to taking orders, to getting the table ready for the next guest when customers are done with their meal.

    • NCC Automated Systems

      Feb 2022 - now
      Applications Engineer II

      Uses IMPACT software in tandem with Solidworks 2017 to generate quotes and models for automation palletized conveyance systems.Assists in quoting process from initial RFQ through project shipping and ensures projects are on-track.Coordinates with fabrication team and our assembly team on lead time implications and project progress.In charge of follow-ups and maintaining a solid customer service experience for customers - constantly engaged with customers throughout quoting process and provides assistance as needed with troubleshooting projects in the field that use the Glide-Line product line.Fields technical related questions about applications and usage of the Glide-Line product line.Uses ABM tools as a foundation for continuous improvement mindset.Acting Chairman of NCC Automated Systems Culture Committee which is a volunteer position voted in by my peers.Strives on new challenges and problem solving.Reworked/updated technical documentation on website to be fully accurate.Works well in a team - a great team player. Show less

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  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Erik Buchanan
      Dean's List Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Dec 2019 Award is granted based on outstanding academic scholarship and accomplishment at the end every semester. I have been presented this award/honor every semester spent at ERAU, so Fall 2019 through Spring 2021 (including summers).