BEN A. MESERVEY
Somerset,United States
Summary
Creative, and Talented Business Owner with an exceptional background in manufacturing. Motivated to learn, grow and excel. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Organized and dependable successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Rev'd Up Manufacturing
Somerset, WI
12.2020 - Current
- Contract Programming/design, CNC machining, CNC plasma cutting, welding (TIG, MIG), and custom fabrication.
- Product design, 3D renderings, and development to finished product.
- Design and machine components from customer prints/specifications, and made material selections based on form and function of parts.
- Receive work from local companies.
- Consult with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Professional appearance and attitude. Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers, customers, and previous employers.
- Reconcile sales, returns and financial reports in Quick-books.
- Managed day-to-day business operations
Mold Designer
SMC Ltd.
Somerset, WI
04.2018 - 11.2020
- Responsible for full 3D Solidworks design of all types of complex Silicone & Thermoplastic molds.
- Produce mold splits from customer parts and communicate DFM issues to tooling engineer/customer using PowerPoint's and Web Ex.
- Creating designs for new mold EOT fixturing as required.
- Reverse engineering of existing components for mold repairs.
- Made certain mold designs were efficient for manufacturing.
- Conducted internal design reviews and kick off meetings between tooling/production engineers, toolmakers, and shop staff.
- Create and release of Bill of Materials to purchasing and shop for construction.
- Create work instructions, prints, and specifications to produce/manufacture mold components.
- Place orders with mold base companies and coordinate delivery dates.
5 Axis Programmer
Custom Mold & Design
Forest Lake, MN
07.2017 - 04.2018
- Creation & Validation of Camtool CNC programs for full 5 axis milling machines.
- Design/programming of electrodes - utilizing Solidworks and Camtool.
- Provided setup sheets, and work instructions to CNC operators/ toolmakers.
- Support Process Engineering in quotation & estimation of run times, tooling, and fixture costs.
- Support shop floor in development & running of First Article.
CNC Programmer
SMC Ltd.
Somerset, WI
11.2006 - 07.2017
- Creation and validation of Mastercam, and Camtool CNC programs for graphite, roughing, and hard milling VMC's within shop.
- Proficient in design of prototype molds, mold components, electrodes, and fixtures utilizing Solidworks.
- Support Maintenance, and Production with troubleshooting of machinery & tooling.
- Design, plan, justify, and implement work holding fixtures.
- Coordinating work with outside vendors, based on internal shop load.
- Assisted shop Manager with quoting -new tooling, prototypes, EOAT, repairs, etc
- Assisted shop Manager with purchase and setup of new capital equipment - 5 Prototype VMC's.
- Provide input and technical justification for capital equipment investments.
- Manage layout, selection of tooling, and holders to be used in prototype VMC's.
- Purchasing of steel, end-mills, and components for prototype tool builds.
- Setting up and implementing of new processes, new technology and manufacturing techniques within Tool room to increase productivity.
- Oversee and review programs and set-ups to assure maximum efficiency in production.
Education
Mechanical Engineering
Milwaukee School of Engineering
Milwaukee, WIAssociate of Applied Science - Machine Tool & Die
WITC
New Richmond, WI06.2003
Skills
- Engineering level understanding of processes, and new product development
- Excellent problem-solving skills, and creativity in developing sound technical solutions
- Accept challenges that arise and drive for results
- Planning and Coordination
- Proficient in 3D design, CNC Programming, Microsoft applications
- Attention to Detail
- Strong background of lean manufacturing
- Critical Thinking
- Self-Motivated
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
Solidworks Associates Degree, Mechanical Design – CSWA
Mazatrol Programming, Mazak Corp, Northwest Machine
ToolMill & Designs Toolpaths, Mastercam U Certification
Multiaxis Design and Toolpaths, Mastercam U Certification
Advanced Mill Design and Toolpaths, Mastercam U Certification
Injection Molding 1 & 2, SMC Drive Internal Certification
Timeline
Owner
Rev'd Up Manufacturing
12.2020 - Current
Mold Designer
SMC Ltd.
04.2018 - 11.2020
5 Axis Programmer
Custom Mold & Design
07.2017 - 04.2018
CNC Programmer
SMC Ltd.
11.2006 - 07.2017
Mechanical Engineering
Milwaukee School of Engineering
Associate of Applied Science - Machine Tool & Die
WITC
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