Timothy Yochim
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OBJECTIVE
To obtain a mechanical engineer position utilizing skills in design, application development, computer aided drafting and problem solving.
EDUCATION
Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering (Expected) December 2016
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering December 2011
University of Louisville, Speed School of Engineering Louisville, KY
SUMMARY OF SKILLS
Proficient in Solid Works, AutoCAD, Inventor, Microsoft Office Package
Familiar with Pro E, Minitab
Familiar with Lathe Programming, Forging, Injection Molding, and 3D printing
Trained in the concepts of Toyota Business Principles and Six Sigma Greenbelt
Coursework: Machine Design I & II, Heat Transfer, Heat Exchanger, Fluid Mechanics I & II, Vehicle Dynamics, Mechanical Design of IC Engine, Mechantronics, Sustainable Energy, Optimum Design, Experimental Design, Engineering Management
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Production Engineer August 31, 2015 – Current
Hitachi Automotive Systems America Monroe, GA
Engineering responsibilities over BEPS Steering Gear Assembly and Injection Molding.
Helped install new investment assembly line.
Troubleshoot machine problems occurring on the line and worked with Quality and Production to resolve quality and efficiency issues.
Designed and developed small part containers, fixtures, and replacement parts.
Set up spare parts list, PM scheduling for Injection mold dies and machines.
Develop and designed a vision system for final packing.
Production Supervisor April 11, 2015 – August 27, 2015
Sypris Technologies Louisville, KY
Supervised over 13 operators, 1 team lead, 3 maintenance mechanics, and 2 maintenance electricians.
Responsible for running production up to 7 forging presses, 3 shot peening machines, 3 cutters, 12 lathes, 8 induction heaters, and 8 drills.
Trained operators on new quality issues, safety issues, and any new operating procedures.
Responsible to check quality of parts coming off production machines and make necessary changes if parts were not in spec.
Completed 8-Steps on any quality, major machine breakdowns, major downtimes, and safety incidents.
Presented to management, engineering, tool & die, and maintenance on current conditions/problems of production on morning GEMBA walks.
Manufacturing /Forging Engineer September 15, 2014 – April 10, 2015
Sypris Technologies Louisville, KY
Engineering responsibilities over 9” Forging Upsetter Press, Shot Blasting Machines and Lathe Machine Cell.
Researched and put together a project to replace cooling towers in the Forge shop.
Worked with forging supervisors, operators, quality engineers, automation engineers, and maintenance mechanics and electricians in troubleshooting quality problems, process efficiencies, and machine problems.
Managed tooling packaging and shims that go in my respected forging upsetters press.
Visited customers to inspect product.
Revamped the forging departments Process Flow Diagrams and PFMEAs.
Help redesign tooling to increase life expectancy
Help manage the teardown, rebuild, and startup of a forging upsetter press.
Redesigned and implemented a stronger, easier to operate backstop on an upsetter press using in-house tooling and outside contractors.
Help put together new tooling packages and drawings for centerline tooling.
Completed basic lathe programming training by OKUMA.
Manufacturing Engineer January 14, 2013 – September 12, 2014
Dynacraft, Manufacturing Engineer Louisville, KY
Engineering responsibilities over Hardline, A/C, Valves, Hoses, and DEF Tank product lines.
Determined equipment, tooling, capacity, and manufacturing processes for new incoming business.
Assisted in troubleshooting and maintaining 42 pieces of manufacturing equipment. Along with scheduling yearly PMs with vendors.
Develop fixtures from design and coordinated with multiple vendors to aid operators in assembly.
Develop control documents over responsible areas (Process Flow Diagrams and PFMEA).
Worked with product line supervisors, coordinators, quality specialist and engineers in troubleshooting quality problems, process efficiencies, PPAP, and operator ergonomics.
Helped implement safety processes, countermeasures, guards, and safety assisted tools in designated areas.
Managed the re-arrangement and transfer of 3 product lines to new areas of the plant. Designed new cell layouts, coordinated with electrician vendors, maintenance, and operators to complete moves.
Help implement a Cognex vision system to the valve cell to improve quality.
Completed 2 week PACCAR training of Six Sigma Greenbelt training and finished 1 Greenbelt project.
Co-op May 10, 2010 – August 20, 2010
Lantech, Mechanical Engineer Louisville, KY
Attended daily meetings about issues on the factory floor and assisted engineers in solving problems
Researched and performed tests on different types of caulk for Lantech
Help re-engineered a base plate for one of the stretch wrapping machines
Researched and talked to different vendors for assembling a new coupling for E-Stops
Helped re-established product standards and improved build efficiency
Co-op August 24, 2009 – December 18, 2009
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineer Georgetown, KY
Assisted engineers in wiring and installing stamping modules
Organized and edited AutoCAD drawings
Managed and distributed meeting notes of my project
Took a course over Toyota Business Principles
Co-op January 5, 2009 – May 2009
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineer Princeton, IN
Managed and supervised the installation of AGVs for the Toyota Highlander Project
Designed overhead walkway/stairs for UBF, along with deflector plates for AGV
Organized and documented welding equipment and robots using Excel and AutoCAD
Attended daily meetings about issues on the factory floor and assisted engineers in solving problems
APPLIED EXPERIENCE - PROJECTS
Structured Research
Capstone – Development of Wind Turbine Technology for the city of Louisville, KY
Recreating a Briggs and Stratton 15 HP engine using Solid Works and improving the design
ACTIVITIES AND HONORS
Dean’s List, University of Louisville, Fall 2011
Member, Kappa Sigma Fraternity, Fall 2008 - Present
Member, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, University of Louisville
Graduate, Kentucky Governor’s Scholar Program, Bellarmine University, Summer 2006
-Awarded in-state college scholarship