Zachary Swenson
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Rockford, Illinois 61108
Objective:
Career in Manufacturing Engineering
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering Technology, May 2010
Northern Illinois University, College of Engineering and
Engineering Technology
DeKalb, IL
Relevant Courses of Study:
-Strength of Materials -Computer Aided
Design
-Statics/Dynamics -Visual Basic
Programming
-Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance -Machine
Production Process
-Statistics for Science and Engineering -Advanced
Metrology
-Math, thru Calc III & Differential Equations
-Computer Aided Modeling
-Technical writing -Tool and Die
Design
-Fluid Technology -Numerical Control
Systems
Manufacturing Engineering Tech Experience:
Team leader, Senior Design Project with Mitutoyo Aurora, IL 2009-2010
Purpose: Implement a value-added closed-loop adaptive machining
method using a Renishaw OMP probe on a Hass CNC mini
mill through MeasurLink software.
Tasks:
-Collaborated with two group members -
Established an open loop process - Designed part/Material
and tool selection (FeatureCam) - Implemented a closed loop process
- Developed a CNC program - Milled part
with adaptive process
Work Experience:
Dock Associate
2006 to Present
Sears, Rockford, IL
-Receive and unload shipments on trucks
-Setup customer repairs
-Stock inventory locating
-Load customer purchases
Package Handler
2003 to 2004
UPS, Rockford, IL
-Sorted packages for delivery
Dock Associate/Cashier
2001 to 2003
Best Buy, Rockford, IL
-Operated cash register
-Assisted in stocking inventory
-Unloaded shipments
Skills:
Lean/DFSS Certification: Currently training to be certified in
Lean/Design for six sigma through Aveta Business Institute
Computer Software:
-Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint -SolidWorks
-MeasurLink & MCOSMOS
-Visual Basic -ANSYS -
LabVIEW
-CAD - FeatureCam
Metal Working:
-Mill (manual and Hass CNC mini) -Welding (Stick, TIG,
and MIG) -Lathe (manual)