Dynamic EHS/Operations Leader with 10 plus Y Manufacturing Experience

Wendell Ebersole

Chadwick, IL. *****, 815-***-****

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Dynamic Senior Manufacturing Engineer with over 10 years of experience in machine design and development. Skilled in SolidWorks and mold design, achieving optimal process flow and quality control. Successfully led new product line startups and applied lean methodologies to improve efficiency. Proven ability to supervise technical teams and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Eager to leverage expertise to enhance manufacturing processes and contribute to team goals.

Work Experience

9/2013 – 2/24/2026

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Climco Coils Company

Engineered internal machine design and build processes to enhance product efficiency.

Implemented 80/20 structure, mechanical assembly and safety features including light curtains and position sensors.

Utilized SolidWorks 2024 for precise design modeling and development.

Facilitated new program design and quoting, optimizing resource allocations.

Orchestrated the layout and startup of new product lines, ensuring seamless operations.

Conducted time studies on individual operations to balance workload and streamline production.

Evaluated and redesigned process flow layouts for improved efficiency and throughput.

Designed molds, including mud sets, prototype and production tooling to meet product specifications.

Served as a liaison for multiple product suppliers, fostering collaboration.

Supported multiple production lines from current position, enhancing operational efficiency.

Executed problem-solving strategies, leveraging root cause analysis, fishbone diagrams, controlled test.

Monitored Quality Control measures to maintain required scrap rates and meet production standards.

Directed and supported a team of 3-4 technicians across various product lines.

01/2007 – 09/2013

Manager of Operations/Partner, Northwest Illini Feedlots Corporation

Administrated office staff operations, enhancing workflow and communication.

Co-managed the duties of feedlot laborers, ensuring compliance with operational standards.

Supervised construction of mono-slope buildings to expand facilities.

Managed financial operations including risk assessment and contract negotiations.

Oversaw commodities purchasing to optimize supply chain efficiency.

11/1987 – 01/2007

Manufacturing Engineer, Wahl Clipper Corporation

Designed and manufactured clipper blades with a focus on quality and innovation.

Converted milling processes to grinding techniques, enhancing blade precision.

Implemented creep feed and surface grinding technologies to improve production.

Oversaw the implementation of new products from concept through production.

Maintained project confidentiality while collaborating with vendors on product development.

Conducted product field testing and analysis to assure performance standards.

Participated as a member of the cost reduction team to achieve significant savings.

Analyzed and implemented blade material processes for optimal performance.

Utilized powder metal (PM) and metal injection molding (MIM) technologies in manufacturing.

Established manufacturing tolerances for parts to ensure quality control.

Improved process flow and enhanced efficiencies in manufacturing operations.

Contributed to Just-In-Time Manufacturing initiatives as part of a project team.

Participated in the Zap Kaizen projects for continuous improvement.

Represented the company at IMTS bi-annual trade shows, fostering industry relationships.

Specified turnkey machine systems for implementation and runoff testing in collaboration with stakeholders.

Reviewed manufacturing processes at Wahl GmbH facilities in Unterkirnach, Germany.

11/1986 – 08/1987

Draftsman/Designer, Tri-City Triangle Electric

02/1985 – 10/1986

Draftsman, Sargent & Lundy Engineers

Education

06/1983 – 2/1985

Morrison Institute of Technology

Associate Degree of Technology

08/1979 – 05/1983

Sterling High School

High School Diploma

Skills

SolidWorks 2024 Excel

Word Documents Power Point

80/20 Structure Mechanical Assembly

Light Curtains Position Sensors

Mold Design Prototype Tooling

Production Tooling Time Study

Process Flow Evaluation Root Cause Analysis

Fishbone Diagrams Controlled Testing

Quality Control Scrap Rate Management

Clipper Blade Design/Manufacturing Creep Feed Grinding

Surface Grinding Project Confidentiality

Product Field Testing Cost Reduction

Blade Material Analysis Powder Metal (PM)

Metal Injection Molding (MIM) High Carbon Steel

Stainless Steel Part Manufacturing Tolerances

Just In Time Manufacturing Lean Manufacturing

Zap Kaizen Turnkey Machine Systems

Manufacturing Process Review Drafting

Design People Oriented

Good Organization Skills Problem Solving

Leadership Communication

Teamwork Supervision Management

Risk Management Financial Management

Languages

English

References

Wahl Clipper Corporation, Sterling Altorfer Ag Products, Rock Falls

Josh Wahl 815-***-**** Rob Stevens 815-***-****

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