CAREER PROFILE
Associates degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology combined with Bachelors in Business Management makes me an ideal candidate for this position. Field experience in floor covering installation and supervision. Trained in processes that include research, analysis, design, testing, processes, and systems utilized to develop core products. Excellent understanding of the fundamentals of mechanical engineering in fabrication, specifications and drawings, support to engineering for new product development, and the manufacturing process and cycle. Understand and apply requirements for quality control, production, and safety. Seeking to apply understanding of industrial processes, fabrication and installation experience to education in mechanical engineering and business management for a new and exciting career.
KEY STRENGTHS
Floor Covering Installations● Customer Service● Mechanical Design ● Engineering Processes ● Specifications ● Product Research Development ● Manufacturing Processes ● Design Solutions ● Metallurgy ● Quality Assurance ● Analysis ● Product Development● Computer Aided Programs ● Warehouse Shipping/receiving
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Matthew-Warren, Logansport, IN, 1997-2006
Heavy Coiler Operator/ Warehouse
Used machinery to wind metal coils used in the manufacture of electrical and mechanical equipment, including both extension and compression springs.
Performed manual duties utilizing hand tools, connected wires, followed specifications to assemble parts and mechanical devices, and performed required testing.
Handled material safety, and ensured the quality of finished products, UPS and Fed Ex Systems
Set up equipment for production, including mechanical and CNC spring coiler also responsible for aligning secondary processes required for production.
Worked collaboratively with engineering to design new products. Inside sales
Partridge Home Furnishings, Logansport, IN, 1987-1997
Installer – Floor Covering
Complied with applicable building code and municipal by laws and OSHA during installation of flooring.
Selected and used various hand and power tools, leveling devices to install and repair flooring.
Inspected and prepared the floor surface of the installation area.
Planned and organized the job site, including verifying drawings and specifications for the work site
Performed calculations and on-site estimating procedures.
Identified hazards in the work area by inspecting the site, and taking proper precautions
Determined appropriate installation methods and tools, and identified / solved problems in the field.
Customer service, face to face. Communicated effectively with clients regarding work sequence, materials.
Career Note - Family care giver and part time college student, 2006-Present.
EDUCATION
Indiana Wesleyan University
B.S. Business Management, 2013 – Magna cum Laude (F/T)
Purdue University
A.S. Mechanical Engineering Technology, 2011 (P/T)
Spring Manufacturers Institute
Certificate, Spring Coiling Apprenticeship Program
Armstrong Installation School,
Certificate, Installer