ANDREW SHOOK
Clarkston,MI
Summary
Developed strong business relationships through effective communication and professionalism. Supported team efforts with organizational skills and composure in high-pressure situations. Contributed creative solutions to challenges with innovative thinking. Leveraged 27 years of sewing experience and 19 years of pattern expertise.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Trim Engineer
IAC – International Automotive Components
10.2011 - Current
- Designer of soft trim patterns for Tier 1 supplier.
- Design first samples modifying plastic substrate based on wrapping conditions. Creating reversed engineered rendition of feasible wrapping Solutions.
- Creating first patterns using Vinyl, Cloth, or leather based on customer requirements. Making revisions as needed to get optimized pattern from (Locating cover stock to substrate, cutting as much material cost out of material usage, Updating pattern for fit to prevent repeat plant trips)
- Modifying existing patterns using manual patterning skills, or using Lectra Software, or Gerber.
- Cutting cover manually or using Gerber cutter. Sewing my own one up. Validating sewing with prototype sewer near end of development cycle this preventing manufacturing issue during part assembly.
- Digitize patterns into Lectra and create a release package for manufacturing.
- Locally support small builds. Making sure we can build on a local platform before releasing on a global platform. Plant support for creating process flow, identifying, and developing wrapping methods using methods I’ve created or using a mixture of wrapping patterns based on wrapping personal and myself, Creating build instructions based on developed wrapping pattern, this in a picture / on hand training with a trainer, or plant wrapping personal. Pattern changes when needed. This based on patterns seen during pre productions build, or plant trips to get maximized outputs. With least rework or scrap.
- Expert in design, and wrapping of parts. Solution finder. Known at work as the problem solver. Always thinking outside the box for solutions.
- Work with customers on new projects. Including substrate rework to optimize wrapping flow. Eliminating problem area.
- Product Development – Created / Implemented
- CD533 – Lincoln MKZ (Center console, LH-RH console rails, FR-RR Door armrest, FR-RR Door bolster, FR-RR Door upper, LH-RH IP)
- CD391 – Fusion (Center console, LH-RH console rails, FR-RR Door armrest, FR-RR Door bolster, FR-RR Door upper, IP)
- C489 – New Lincoln/MKC (Center console, LH-RH console side, FR-RR Door armrest, FR-RR Door bolster, FR-RR Door upper)
- Viper (LH-RH kick pads, Binnacle, LH-RH IP)
- Camaro (Mid panel, Center console, Console knee pads, Door elbow, Door elbows, Door bolster armrest)
- C520 (Center console)
- U540 (Glovebox)
- Nissan L42 (FR-RR Door upper)
- Several other prototypes not listed. List would be pretty long
Sr. Pattern Maker
Freedman Seating Co.
01.2006 - 10.2011
- Designer for bus and transit seating for a major manufacturing company.
- Design first samples and creating new foam or modifying existing foam design.
- Creating first patterns from muslin.
- Modifying existing patterns using manual patterning skills.
- Cutting and sewing my own sewing sample.
- Digitize patterns into Lectra and create a release package for manufacturing.
- Resolve manufacturing issues.
- Create build process. Training of workers.
- Product Development – Implemented / Created
- Integrated child safety seat
- Ritz – Shuttle Bus
- Meridian-Diablo – Seattle, WA Transit
- 3 Point-Rigid, Recliner
- 3 Point Foldaway
Sr. Pattern Maker
RCO Engineering
05.1999 - 11.2004
- Development of soft trim from automotive drawings and stylist renderings to meet engineering needs of the automotive customer.
- Blue print reading
- Sewing first cover and design approval from customer.
- Create first patterns for prototype design.
- Support manufacturing.
- Product Development – Implemented / Created
- Thunderbird - Ford
- LS - Lincoln
- Harley Davidson - Ford
- Taurus / Sable - Ford
- Cougar – Mercury
- Mustang - Ford
- Navigator / Aviator – Lincoln
- Corvette – Chevrolet
- Yukon – GMC
- Avalanche – GMC
- LAV – Cadillac
Pattern Developer
Lear Corporation
10.1998 - 04.1999
- Developments of automotive seat patterns - Cut and sew trial covers. Build for customer, or engineering needs.
- Pattern development
- Cutting/Sewing
- Pattern Management
- Product Development – Implemented / Created
- Alero- Oldmobile
- Sunfire- Pontiac
Trim technician
Magna Interior Systems
09.1997 - 10.1998
- Technical training in interpreting drawings, foam skiving and to develop patterns for automotive seating.
- Pattern development – Training provided by Magna
- Cutting/Sewing
- Foam Skiving – Training provided by RCO
- Blue print reading – Training provided by Magna
- Pattern Management
- Product Development – Implemented / Created
- Saab - Headrest
Education
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Mott High
Waterford, MI06.1990
Skills
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Exchange to enhance productivity
Assisted in utilizing Lectra Formaris and Gerber AccuMark for design projects Supported teams in creating embroidery designs using Tajima digitizing software Contributed to project completion by applying AutoCAD and Photoshop skills
Oversaw and mentored trainees in pattern making techniques
Operated fabric nesting surger and interlock sewing machines to support production processes Assisted in using single needle and french seamer machines for garment assembly Maintained salvage trimmer and heat applied taping machine for quality control Utilized blue print reading and CAD skills to interpret design specifications Supported team in operating Durkopp Adler sewing machines effectively
Acquired and operated four new Durkopp Adler sewing machines for custom street rod fabrication
Certification
- Lectra, 2007-04-01, Studied basic Formaris/Diamino Lectra Cad design software.
- Lectra, 2008-06-01, Studied advanced Diamino Lectra Cad design software.
- Lectra, 2009-01-01, Studied Grading, Training grading and, advanced pattern modification.
- Gerber, 2015-06-01, Studied pattern development, Marker making using 2D Gerber software.
Timeline
Sr. Trim Engineer
IAC – International Automotive Components
10.2011 - Current
Sr. Pattern Maker
Freedman Seating Co.
01.2006 - 10.2011
Sr. Pattern Maker
RCO Engineering
05.1999 - 11.2004
Pattern Developer
Lear Corporation
10.1998 - 04.1999
Trim technician
Magna Interior Systems
09.1997 - 10.1998
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Mott High