Austin Anderson
Laurel,MS
Summary
A self-driven, but loyal, mechanical engineer major looking to gain quality work experience to further my skills and knowledge in the engineering field. I am very flexible; I am eager to assist and contribute in any way I can. Smart student studied in academic discipline and looking for related occupation. Willing to listen and learn and excited to contribute in real-world environment to help find practical, actionable solutions for current needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Hol-Mac Corporation Plant 2 (Hydraulics Division)
Bay Springs, Mississippi
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Introduced to ladder logic PLC programming which included troubleshooting and maintenance; Tasked with designing and incorporating several tooling projects to improve safety and efficiency; Designed a computer hard-drive/disk mechanical crusher.
Intern
Hammerhead Armor (Hol-Mac)
Bay Springs, MS
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Furthered my knowledge and experience in 5S Lean Manufacturing; designed various types of tooling and fixtures; gained quality experience working with automatic computer programmed systems such as the 5-stage part washer; experience forming parts and trouble shooting on the press brake (hydraulic press)
Co-Op Intern
Anel Corporation (Hol-Mac)
Winona, MS
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Furthered my knowledge and experience in manufacturing processes; Experience designing various types of tooling and fixtures; Learned how to operate and maintain several machines within a typical manufacturing plant such as: vertical mill, CNC Mill, CNC lathe, 5-axis CNC, welding, plasma and acetylene torches, lasers, and industrial band saws
Intern
Hol-Mac Corporation Plant 2 (Hydraulics Division)
Bay Springs, MS
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Company Overview: Hydraulics Division
- First Engineering Internship; Leaned basic manufacturing processes; Learned 5S Lean Manufacturing; Learned basic plant upkeep and maintenance
- Hydraulics Division
Laborer
Today’s Furniture
Laurel, MS
06.2020 - 06.2022
- Responsibilities included delivering, moving, assembling, and repairing furniture, and helping with business management duties
Manager of the Baseball Team
Jones College
Ellisville, MS
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Prepare uniforms for practice and games, prepare and maintain field for practices and games, various other duties assigned by coaching staff such as helping with practice by hitting fungo and throwing batting practice
- Able to deal with and manage various types of personalities (good and bad!)
Laborer
City of Laurel Parks and Recreation
Laurel, MS
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Duties composed of landscaping, upkeep of ball fields, and assistance to supervisor’s work
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Mississippi State
Starkville, MS05-2026
Associate Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Jones College
Ellisville, MS01.2022
High School Diploma -
West Jones High School
05.2020
Skills
- Quick-Thinking
- Mechanical-Thinking
- Load Management
- Honesty
- Loyalty
- Flexibility
- Communication
- Team Player
- Solid-Works
- LadderLogic PLC Programming
References
- Wes Thigpen, 504-508-9189, Head Baseball Coach at Jones College
- Tim Barksdale, 601-422-5723, Program Coordinator at Laurel Parks and Recreation
- Kline Estess, 601-422-9793, Owner and operator of Today’s Furniture in Laurel, MS
- Chris Harp, 606-309-7800, Plant Manager - Hol-Mac Corporation Plant 2 - Hydraulics Division
- Kevin Martin, 601-862-8495, Engineering Manager for Hol-Mac Corporation Plant 2 - Hydraulics Division
- Timmy Patterson, 662-803-6331, Machine Programmer for Hol-Mac Corporation Plant 2 - Hydraulics Division
- Andrew Irwin, 662-607-3447, Youth Minister at First Baptist Church Laurel
Timeline
Intern
Hol-Mac Corporation Plant 2 (Hydraulics Division)
05.2025 - 08.2025
Intern
Hammerhead Armor (Hol-Mac)
05.2024 - 08.2024
Co-Op Intern
Anel Corporation (Hol-Mac)
01.2024 - 05.2024
Intern
Hol-Mac Corporation Plant 2 (Hydraulics Division)
05.2023 - 08.2023
Laborer
Today’s Furniture
06.2020 - 06.2022
Manager of the Baseball Team
Jones College
01.2020 - 01.2022
Laborer
City of Laurel Parks and Recreation
08.2019 - 05.2020
Bachelor's Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Mississippi State
Associate Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Jones College
High School Diploma -
West Jones High School