Math teacher
Resume:
Bruce E. DeWalt Jr.
Prattville, AL 36066
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OBJECTIVE: To obtain a responsible and challenging position in engineering that will utilize my experience and offer strong potential for career advancement in return for total commitment and top performance.
EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from
Tuskegee University.
Tuskegee, AL
Graduation: May 9, 2004
COMPUTER SKILLS: Programming and design experience in FORTRAN, Microsoft Suite, Pro-E, AutoCAD, VAX systems, solid modeling, and CADKEY. Proficient in all Microsoft applications.
EMPLOYMENT:
07/2019 – Present General Dynamics Land Systems, Anniston, AL Contractor. Quality Engineer
Performing inspections to verify compliance with design, manufacturing, and quality requirements.
Developing and follow engineering drawings, ERRs, manufacturing assembly drawings and process sheets.
Identify tooling needs, working with production personnel to procure and implement.
Seek and obtain quotes for tooling / fixture design, build, and timely delivery of tooling.
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives into the production
08/2009 – 07/2019 Prattville/Montgomery Public Schools, Montgomery, AL. Math Teacher
Create a math program and classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth
Establish effective rapport with students
Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good educational foundation
Utilize technology to motivate students and prepare students for 21st century
Participate in school-related activities that enhance teacher, student, parent, and community relations
Analyze different data sources in making data-driven decisions for instruction
Establish positive relationships with students, parents, co-workers, volunteers, and other visitors
Perform other duties as assigned
7/2008 – 2/2009 GKN Aerospace, Tallassee, AL. Contractor. Process Engineer
•Composite tool/part fabrication and assemble
•Accountable for composite product design
•Ply development, tool fabrication
•First article development
•Configuration changes that involve cost estimation
•Schedule coordination
•Process/project implementation
•Analyze root cause of problems; implement solutions, and follow up to assure corrective action
•Prepare statement -of-work and define level of effort for various disciplines
•Ensuring product, process, and tools are in line quality assurance policies
•Monitor product, process and tool with past discrepancies through root cause analysis
•Provide continuous process improvement, statistical process control (SPC) and engineering process changes
1/2008 – 7/2008 RHEEM Manufacturing, Montgomery, AL. Contractor. Research and Development Design Engineer.
Direct, schedule and coordinate the work associated with the bills of material, product configuration, and document control and liaison with Manufacturing in order to maintain communications, expedite work and assure accuracy and conformity with industry standards
Perform scientific research in the investigation and analysis of problems relating to the design, material processes and operations; assist in the design and development of prototypes, test procedures, and equipment. Assist with the development of designs for a secondary element, a minor functional system or component parts of a structure or device.
Evaluating products for manufacturability, cost and performance
Investigating, troubleshooting, documenting, and performing corrective actions in product designs. Experience in contract administration, and working with outside vendors
Direct and coordinate the activities involved in the development, prototype, evaluation and validation of product and component designs.
7/2007 – 12/2007 AGC Automotive Alabaster, AL. Contractor. Process Engineer.
Perform the planned activities for rain sensors approval and improvement.
Communicate with external suppliers.
Claim defective parts from suppliers and request improvements
Support establishment of work zones to include: specification and purchase of manufacturing aids and other items required to make the production area fully operational.
Responsible for operational aspects of process equipment. Coordinate with Maintenance for engineering changes, modifications, and upgrades
Involved in supporting corrective and preventative maintenance programs for mechanical/electrical equipment. Involved in the installation of new equipment in support of plant configuration changes.
2/2005 – 6/2006 Mobis Alabama, Montgomery, AL. Tier 1 supplier. Assembly Process Engineer
Provide process and quality engineering support for an assigned area in the manufacturing process. Assist the plant in initiatives to improve the manufacturing process.
Conduct feasibility type studies (ex. Evaluate door panels, bumpers, sill sides, waist line and door handles building technology for use in multiple plants). Provide technical assistance to manufacturing facilities as they industrialize new technology.
Apply technical troubleshooting skills to existing processes with production quality problems. Respond to day-to-day quality issues.
Develop new processes on existing equipment. Complete projects with a mid- to long-term focus. Advise team leaders in efficient use of manpower.
Provide support equipment, tooling, and materials. Oversee process support activities to include torque quality management. Guide engineers and tool room technical supports on purchasing and specifications for manufacturing aids and misc. items and operational aspects of process equipment.
Leader in ergonomically improvement activities and trained and mentor less experienced personnel and technicians as required. Knowledge of manufacturing processes as they relate to PFMEAs, Control Plans and Process Flow Charts.
Develop hand tools, racks and simple fixtures for production operations. Proposes and evaluates the processes for equipment in assigned area.
Developing and implementing quality assurance techniques to measure, analyze, improve and control quality focus levels focused toward the elimination of defects/waste through continuous process improvement.
Experience in lean manufacturing, 5S, kanban, and kaizen. Develop and implement continuous improvement ideas. Participate in Kaizen workshops. Investigate and provide root causes by using the Fish Bone Diagram.
5/2002 – 6/2004 Lafarge North America, Tampa, FL. Engineering-in-Training Program.
Oversaw project to eliminate product spillage at #7 Belt Conveyor Tower.
Compiled list of plant equipment numbers; transferred information to Excel spreadsheet.
Eliminated dusting at #1 and #4 Packing Machines by recommending installation of a cleanup conveyor screw to capture and redirect product (that drops into a hopper causing dusting) to the basement screw and elevator.
Created Packer/Operator daily procedures to improve housekeeping in the Packhouse.
AWARDS: Strongest Link Award. Given to a football player for displaying outstanding leadership performances on and off the field.
Most Valuable Student Award: Given to a student for displaying outstanding leadership performances in and out the classroom for the College of Engineering, Architecture and Physical Sciences.
ACTIVITIES: NSBE (National Society of Black Engineers), ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers), Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. (Chapter President 2000-2001; 2nd Vice State of Alabama 2001 - 2004).
VOLUNTEER: Autauga Academy High School Football Team: Working as a coach and mentor giving young people a positive outlook on life and teach football fundamentals to promote good sportsmanship.
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