Ben McKinney
Lawrenceville,Georgia
Summary
Motivated mechanical engineering student seeking hands on experience energy related industries. Adept at conducting scientific research, and performing Agile processes, with extensive background in fast pace highly adaptive fields.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Kennesaw State University
Marietta, Georgia
08.2022 - Current
- Researched and tested material properties for improved energy storage capabilities.
- Conducted quantitative analysis on data collected from experimental data to assess methodology and capacitor performance.
- Wrote and reviewed scientific literature to create compelling documentation on lab findings.
- Lead and train a team of three to collect and interpret data.
Quality Control Intern
Takeda Pharmaceuticals
Covington, Georgia
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted in the development of process improvements to enhance product and lab safety.
- Utilized Agile and Lean Six Sigma techniques, such as 5S, to improve product and lab safety measures.
- Effectively coordinated multiple team projects concurrently, ensuring strict adherence to deadlines and FDA regulations to assess performance and product consistency.
- Achieved functional statistical solutions for sample testing, resulting in estimated saving of over $20,000 saved yearly.
Dumper
Valentine Enterprises Inc
Lawrenceville, Georgia
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Operated pallet jack forklifts to transport powdered products from packaging to distribution area.
- Ensured operational efficiency and promptly addressed equipment issues to sustain supply line speed and meet factory demands.
Admission Staff
Margaritaville
Buford, Georgia
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Integrated new policies throughout the summer to improve security and safety.
- Maintained professionalism while mediating and resolving conflicts to ensure
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA05.2026
Skills
- Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate
- Familiarized with Python and SQL
- Proficient in Data Analysis
- Familiarized with Matlab
Accomplishments
- Dean's List for 4.0 GPA
- Top presentation in Spring KSU symposium
Affiliations
- Vex Robotics Member: Design and CAD 3D models to improve multidirectional movement
- Aerial Robotic Competition Team Officer: Lead and organize team to create data supported designs
Timeline
Quality Control Intern
Takeda Pharmaceuticals
06.2024 - 08.2024
Research Assistant
Kennesaw State University
08.2022 - Current
Dumper
Valentine Enterprises Inc
04.2022 - 08.2022
Admission Staff
Margaritaville
04.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Kennesaw State University
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