Manufacturing Engineer with Process Improvement Focus

HUNTER G BURGESS

Wyoming, MI 989-***-****

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MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

Floorfocused engineering leader with proven ability to drive operational performance, enforce quality discipline, and lead crossfunctional teams in manufacturing environments. Strong background in process optimization, PPAP execution, and handson problem solving. Trusted to own problems, lead people, and deliver measurable results.

CAD & Fixture Design: SolidWorks, Fusion 360, AutoCAD, MS Office

Manufacturing & Process Engineering: Line Performance, Scrap & Downtime Reduction, Operator Leadership & Standard Work Deployment

Quality Systems: PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, A3, Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA)

Soft Skills: Leadership, Technical Writing, Communication

Experience

ACTALENT - STEELCASE, Caledonia, MI 2026-2026

RTB Engineer (Contract)

Selected for a shortterm contract to execute critical manufacturing initiatives during organizational transition

Owned manufacturing processes endtoend, accountable for output, quality, and downtime

Led A3 problemsolving efforts to reduce product loss and increase throughput

Acted as daily technical lead on the floor, resolving all issues that constrained production

Coordinated work orders from initiation through closeout to ensure permanent corrective actions

ALMA PRODUCTS, Alma, MI 2024-2025

Process/Manufacturing Engineer

Improved process flow and layouts, reducing material handling time by 10% through handson waste elimination

Authored and deployed 30+ standardized work instructions, driving a 15% productivity gain

Led full PPAP development (PFMEA, Control Plans, Flow Charts, BOMs, Dimensional Analysis) with 100% compliance

Designed assembly and inspection fixtures to improve repeatability, ergonomics, and overall quality

DART CONTAINER, Mason, MI 2023-2024

Engineering Co-op

Designed, validated, and documented machine components, improving production reliability by 12% through sound engineering calculations

Produced detailed CAD models and engineering drawings, supporting equipment build, testing, and implementation

Led handson projects from concept through launch, supporting troubleshooting, documentation, and technician training

MARTIN BROWER, Saint Johns, MI 2021 - 2024

Warehouse Order Selector

Maintained high order accuracy in a fastpaced, highvolume operation

Communicated and executed tasks in a disciplined, safetycritical environment

Safely operated material handling equipment and upheld sanitation standards

Education

FERRIS STATE UNIVERSITY, Big Rapids, MI

Associates in Applied Science, Mechanical Engineering Technology

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering Technology

Senior Capstone Project: Designed and fabricated a fully functional karting chassis made from aluminum to improve rebound and reduce weight by 38%

Certifications & Recognition

Basic CNC Programming & Machine Operation

OSHA Forklift Certification

Eagle Scout

MITES Regional 1st Place State Honorable Mention

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