Alexander Middleton
Mantua,NJ
Summary
To obtain a challenging position in a high-quality manufacturing or engineering environment where my resourceful experiences and academic skills will add value to your organization and provide a path for my growth. Resourceful Manufacturing Engineer with [Number] years of experience. Trained in leadership and [Product or service] design with extensive knowledge of production floor maintenance. Successful at cultivating relationships with vendors and clients. High-performing professional with extensive experience designing and improving manufacturing systems. Skilled in reviewing technical specifications, creating manufacturing instructions and developing tools. Strong analytical skills and committed to improving efficiency and effectiveness.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Engineer
L3Harris
08.2022 - Current
- Developed technical documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and engineering drawings to support manufacturing operations.
- Improved manufacturing efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing lean methodologies.
- Reduced production downtime through proactive maintenance scheduling and timely equipment repairs.
- Increased capacity utilization by identifying bottlenecks within the production process and implementing targeted improvements.
- Enhanced product quality by designing and executing rigorous testing protocols for all manufactured items.
- Optimized assembly line layouts to maximize productivity and improve overall workflow efficiency.
- Evaluated manufacturing equipment performance regularly, recommending upgrades or replacements as needed to maintain optimal efficiency.
- Trained and mentored junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team.
- Selected manufacturing methods, fabrication and operations to develop and coordinate production.
- Resolved technical and quality issues by collaborating with customer, manufacturing, quality assurance, vendors and supplier personnel.
- Analyzed [Type] mechanical requirements to determine feasibility of design.
- Developed solutions with challenging EMI, environmental, packaging and vibration requirements.
- Used lean manufacturing principles to develop, evaluate and improve [Type] manufacturing methods.
- Spearheaded process improvement initiatives that resulted in significant reductions in lead times and increased customer satisfaction levels.
- Provided engineering support during new product launches, coordinating efforts between design, production, and quality control teams.
Management/Driver
Cicontes
07.2012 - Current
- Completes Assist Manager duties (i.e.- Hire and train employees, managing product and labor costs)
- Working as a team with coworkers to provide excellent customer service
- Provide customer service in a respectful manner.
Automotive Technician
Firestone
11.2010 - 07.2012
- Trouble shoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems of various vehicles
- Make necessary repairs and troubleshoot tests in an effective timely order
- Maintain excellent communication with coworkers and customers
- Obtained multiple ASE certifications.
Machine Operator
Cobra Products
01.2010 - 11.2010
- Maintain product design specifications and make software or mechanical adjustments to meet manufacture design specifications
- Helped to increase machine productivity by 160%
- Operate heavy mechanical machines and computer aided machines to manufacture company products
- Collaborated with management to create a company safety program.
Electrical Component Assembler
Truland
05.2007 - 09.2007
- Assembled commercial and residential electrical components for electricians to install in the field
- Read and interpret technical drawings for component specifications.
Education
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJAssociate of Science - Engineering
Rowan College At Gloucester County
1400 Tanyard Rd, Sewell, NJ05.2017
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Root Cause Analysis
- Decision-Making
- Product Troubleshooting
- Manufacturing Processes
- Process Improvement
- 5S methodology
- Process Development
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Quality Control
- Production Monitoring
Custom
References are available upon request
Timeline
Manufacturing Engineer
L3Harris
08.2022 - Current
Management/Driver
Cicontes
07.2012 - Current
Automotive Technician
Firestone
11.2010 - 07.2012
Machine Operator
Cobra Products
01.2010 - 11.2010
Electrical Component Assembler
Truland
05.2007 - 09.2007
Rowan University
Associate of Science - Engineering
Rowan College At Gloucester County