BRADLEY BALL

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Riverview FL 33568

adcq0u@r.postjobfree.com c:727-***-**** h:727-***-**** EDUCATION:

BS – Mechanical Engineering Technology SUNY Alfred State 2014

****-**** ***ved as CO for the ROTC program through Saint Bonaventure University

Completed an internship with ARMY Corps of Engineers to re-design a gearbox for the gantry crane at the Mahoning Creek Dam

AOS – Automotive Service SUNY Alfred State 2007

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Strong leadership, project management, communication, and customer service skills

Demonstrated ability in technical writing, machine design, RSLinx, GX Developer and LabView software

Proficient with MS Office Suite, AutoCad 2D, SolidWorks and UniLogic software packages EXPERIENCE:

Manufacturing Engineer SS White Technologies Feb 2018-Present Design, develop and commission manufacturing equipment to increase production output and improve current manufacturing processes. Write work instructions and train technicians and operators in the function of new equipment.

Developed a pneumatic tension test fixture that reduced the QI inspection time by 50%

Designed an automated feed and cut system for .045in diameter flexible shaft that tripled daily manual production capacity while reducing daily average length defects by 90%. Process and Documentation Engineer Alstom Power / Transport Jun 2014-Dec 2017 Performed duties as a process engineer for torque tightening, riveting cabling/looming and electronic soldering. Also functioned as a documentation engineer writing operating manuals and trouble-shooting steps for coal power equipment.

Reduced average number of torque tightening defects on Boston Green Line rail cars from 26 to 3 per vehicle.

Published training programs for new-hires in production, industrial and quality departments. Training included special process and lean manufacturing classes.

Performed supplier audits and FAI’s on assemblies and validated new tooling and materials. Participated on FEMA and RCA teams that resulted in reductions of tact times on multiple contracts.

Designed gauge sets to check the proper setting of Huck style rivets after installation. Previously only visual inspections could be performed.

Review documentation to ensure materials, methods and machines were incompliance with ISO/IPS standards. Process MCO's and edit drawings to conform to manufacturing changes. Service Technician Holtz Honda Jun 2007-Aug 2010

Investigate customer vehicle complaints and diagnose failures. Determine best course of action and communicate problems to the customer. Perform required mechanical repairs.

ASE certifications in Engines, Transmissions, Suspensions and Brake Systems Squad Leader Ft. Lewis, WA Oct 2001-Dec 2005

Functioned as an infantry squad leader, responsible for 8 Soldiers. Managed administrative, logistical and maintenance issues to maintain combat readiness of the squad. Conducted training classes and performance counseling.

Graduate of USArmy Ranger School, only squad to finish with zero performance related drops.

Developed SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures) for platoon level deployment of the STRYKER combat vehicles.

Accountable for over $4 million worth of equipment; worked with civilian contractors to develop trouble-shooting methods for on-board systems.

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