Ashley Blanton
Sullivan,MO
Summary
Engineering professional with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in project management, process optimization, and technical leadership. Adept at adapting to changing needs, ensuring reliability and fostering high-performance culture. Known for strategic thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Manager
NOA Medical Industries
05.2020 - Current
- Reviewed technical documentation for accuracy, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Led cross-functional teams for successful product development, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specifications.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing systems, providing recommendations that resulted in significant cost savings over time.
- Performed concurrent design, manufacturing and engineering, reducing time required to bring products to market.
- Checked design compliance with product specifications and standards requirements.
- Evaluated existing procedures and made proactive adjustments to meet changing demands.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Plan, Direct, and Coordinate all phases of product development - Design, Packaging, Production, Assembly
- Review Efficiencies and Reduce Waste in the Manufacturing Process.
- Establish, Document, and Perform Product and Regulation Testing In-House and with 3rd Party Testing Facilities.
- Manage Design Projects.
- Prepare and Review Work Instructions, Manuals, and Bills of Materials for each product manufactured.
- Work with external suppliers to ensure that a quality, functional part is delivered.
Engineering Intern
NOA Medical Industries
09.2017 - 05.2020
- Gained hands-on experience in various engineering tools, software, and techniques to contribute effectively to multiple projects.
- Documented and developed engineering procedures and processes.
- Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
- Conducted research to identify and evaluate new technologies and concepts.
- Gathered and organized documents, drawings, and specification packages.
- Created detailed CAD models of components and assemblies.
- Work with the Quality Department to ensure a high quality product
- Created and maintained accurate two and three-dimensional drawings for new and existing products
- Prepared Accurate Bill of Materials
- Established, Documented, and Maintained Local Work Instructions, Manuals, and Engineering Drawings
- Improved Processes and Instructions to Improve the Quality and Productivity of the Manufacturing Process
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Missouri University of Science & Technology
Rolla, MO05-2020
Associate of Science - Transfer Engineering
East Central College
Union, MO05-2018
Skills
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Engineering Design
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Manufacturing knowledge
- Decision-making skills
- Engineering Change Management
- ISO Standards Compliance
- Improving efficiency, including Process Improvement
- AutoCAD & Autodesk Inventor
Timeline
Engineering Manager
NOA Medical Industries
05.2020 - Current
Engineering Intern
NOA Medical Industries
09.2017 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Missouri University of Science & Technology
Associate of Science - Transfer Engineering
East Central College