Engineer Engineering
Resume:
TROY A. PERKINS
Elbridge, N.Y. 13060
(315) - 277 - 5072
Cell (315) – 935-7113
OBJECTIVE A position utilizing my educational foundation and training in the field of Engineering and Management.
EDUCATION Binghamton University, State University of New York
Thomas J. Watson School of Engineering
Master of Science in Industrial Engineering, December 1993
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, December 1990
ENGINEERING STUDIES
* Utilized slip line theory in development of study on metal fatigue used for metal cutting applications. Formulated models and formulas to determine level of forces and pressures at any given point on metal surface. Developed graphic presentations of findings.
* Participated in research and development project for Universal Instruments involving development of soldering processes within an inert environment; formulated processes and testing guidelines.
* Acquired broad-based background in theory and practical knowledge emphasizing manufacturing systems and integration.
INTERNSHIP
Philips Lighting, Bath, N.Y. (Summers 1989 & 1990)
* Provided engineering support in research and development and production processes for manufacture of high intensity discharge lamps.
* Conducted machine capability and human factor studies to redesign manufacturing line providing the capabilities of producing 2 separate products on one line.
COMPUTER SKILLS
AS400, Excel,MS Word, MS Project, Lotus Notes, PowerPoint, Visio Technical, Windows XP, SAP, GMail.
EMPLOYMENT
Welch Allyn, Skaneateles Falls, N.Y. (Nov. 02 – Present)
Production Engineer / Production Engineering Mgr / R&D Process Development Mgr
Responsibilities
• Manage all documentation aspects of New Product and Process Development – Drawings (Product and components), BOM’s Routers, MPS – HOW2, Set up, PM. Operator training.
• Managed Engineering Builds on Production Floor to include working with Technicians and equipment. Provided necessary documentation to perform the Engineering Builds.
* Managed 9 technicians, 2 Designers and 3 PE’s and the operation of equipment which produces 5.5 million lamps per year.
• Created the first Inside Track Position at WA – ECR Specialist for LPD.
• Hired technical personnel to support the Solarc Lamp Business
* Provide engineering support for the manufacturing of HID and Halogen lamps
* Developed, planned and scheduled the preventative maintenance program at LPD.
* Providing assistance in mechanical enhancements and rebuilding of production equipment.
* In 2004 WA was going to sell the SOLARC business, with the aid of Quality and R&D team members, the business was saved and is currently a multi million dollar business
* Redesigned the electrode assemblies on the 50W product to ensure arc stability.
* Thru experimentation devised and dose change in one of the wire terminals due to customer complaints.
* Updated 50W lamp documentation thru the examination of performance data.
* Implemented a sealing machine into production from the R&D organization.
• Coordinated engineering tests with R&D and manufacturing.
• Executed equipment purchases due to growth of the LPD Business.
• Performed Validation Activities on new and existing equipment.
• Was instrumental in Engineering and process support for the SOLARC business divestachure to Ushio Lighintg in Newberg Or and Irvine Ca.
Pall Corporation Inc., Cortland, N.Y. (Nov 98 – Nov 02)
Staff Engineer
Responsibilities:
* Provide engineering support for the manufacturing of Disposable Filter Elements.
* Provide engineering support to aid setups with process problems related to the equipment.
* Implemented Error Proofing on Platen Welders both in Cortland and Puerto Rico.
* Qualified and shipped equipment from the machine builder to Cortland and Puerto Rico.
* Implemented material and labor savings in excess of $100K per year.
* Researched, developed test samples and implemented a replacement hot melt for Brine elements. With this initiative the product continues to be manufactured.
Osram Sylvania Inc., Maybrook, N.Y. (April 96 – Nov 98)
Sr. Line Engineer
Responsibilities:
* Supervise 24 mechanics, 2 Group Leaders and the operation of equipment which produces 16 million lamps per year.
* Planning and scheduling of the preventative maintenance program.
* Providing assistance in mechanical enhancements and rebuilding of production equipment.
* Developed and implemented improved glass forming.
* Developed and implemented incoming inspection criteria for lead wire.
Osram Sylvania Inc., Manchester, NH (Aug. 1994 - April 96)
Process Engineer
Responsibilities:
* Providing experimentation for new product development.
* Engineering for justification of machine capability prior to implementation into current process.
* Supporting machine design to make improvements in product quality.
* Utilized DOE and SPC for Lead Free Glass Implementation.
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