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Andrew Morin

North Brookfield,MA

Summary

Seasoned manufacturing leader with over 18 years of industry experience, currently managing two critical divisions at Starrett. I lead and mentor cross-functional teams, including designers, engineers, machinists, and inspectors, to deliver industry-leading material testing machines and custom metrology solutions. My expertise spans the entire manufacturing process, from initial design and prototyping to full-scale production and quality assurance, ensuring that all products meet the highest standards of precision and reliability.

My commitment to team development is a cornerstone of my leadership philosophy. I invest in training and mentoring to ensure that every team member is equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their roles. This focus on team empowerment not only drives project success but also cultivates a culture of excellence within our divisions

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager Special Gage and Force Divisions

The L.S. Starrett Company
07.2020 - Current

- Oversee two divisions at Starrett: Special Gage and Force Division.

- Special Gage: Delivering custom metrology solutions across industries, including food packaging and aerospace.

- Force Division: Produces force testing machines, handheld units, and large-scale equipment with capacities up to 50KN.

- Lead teams comprising designers, engineers, machinists, and inspectors.

- Core Responsibilities:

- Manage multiple concurrent projects and teams.

- Develop and implement SOPs, KPIs, and strategic marketing plans.

- Direct engineering, machining, and inspection processes.

- Conduct on-site client consultations to enhance metrology methods and reduce waste.

- Authorize capital expenditures and provide monthly financial forecasts.

- Oversee projects ranging from $20K to $350K+.

Assistant manufacturing and engineering manager of the special gage division

The L.S. Starrett Company
08.2019 - 07.2020
  • As the assistant manager I had all the same responsibilities as I did as the senior engineer with these additions
  • Review all pricing and quotes.
  • Hired designers, engineers, and machinists.
  • Worked with Foreman to generate new Capex requests and develop SOP for manufacturing area.
  • Responsible for weekly sales updates and forecasts.
  • Designers, engineers, machinists, and inspectors reported to me.

Senior Engineer

The L.S. Starrett Company
12.2018 - 08.2019
  • As the Senior Engineer in the special gage division
  • I was responsible for 3 other application engineers
  • As well as;
  • Conduct all training of new engineers, review all quotes being sent to customers.
  • Conduct all final design reviews before designs were sent to customer for approval.
  • I would visit our high valued customers and generate good report with new customers.

Special gage engineer

The L.S. Starrett Company
11.2016 - 12.2018
  • My roll was that of a sales application engineer for the special gage division of Starrett.
  • Review customer applications.
  • Concept, and quote custom solutions for customer applications
  • Oversee and manage multiple customer orders from the concept stage, through manufacturing and final inspection.
  • Worked with customers in all industries primarily aerospace and military.

Master set up

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. (NHBB)
05.2016 - 11.2016
  • Set up and ran multiple CNC OD and ID grinders
  • Responsible for training and managing my operators
  • Trouble shoot any issues.
  • Work with Manufacturing Engineers on SOP generation and SPC data collection.

Machine setup / tool refurbish / press room

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. (NHBB)
01.2012 - 05.2016
  • In this position I was responsible for refurbishing the tooling and fixtures for the grindfloor.
  • Setup and Ran Manual Mills, Lathes and surface grinders.
  • Worked in tool crib issuing and managing tooling.
  • Trouble shot issues with CMM and other metrology equipment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - BS, Technical Management II -

Southern New Hampshire University
02.2023

Associate of Science (A.S.), Mechanical design and technology -

Nashua Community College
01.2015

Skills

  • Team Management
  • Key Performance Indicators
  • Project Plans
  • Manufacturing Processes
  • Performance Motivation
  • Statistical Process Control (SPC)
  • Project Management
  • Smartsheet
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Machining
  • PDCA

Timeline

Manager Special Gage and Force Divisions

The L.S. Starrett Company
07.2020 - Current

Assistant manufacturing and engineering manager of the special gage division

The L.S. Starrett Company
08.2019 - 07.2020

Senior Engineer

The L.S. Starrett Company
12.2018 - 08.2019

Special gage engineer

The L.S. Starrett Company
11.2016 - 12.2018

Master set up

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. (NHBB)
05.2016 - 11.2016

Machine setup / tool refurbish / press room

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. (NHBB)
01.2012 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Science - BS, Technical Management II -

Southern New Hampshire University

Associate of Science (A.S.), Mechanical design and technology -

Nashua Community College
Andrew Morin