Brian Salmons
Camillus,United States
Summary
Determined leader eager to leverage knowledge in engineering principles and concepts. High-performing professional with extensive experience designing and improving manufacturing systems. Skilled in reviewing technical specifications, creating manufacturing instructions and developing tools. Strong analytical skills and committed to improving efficiency and effectiveness. Skilled in implementing manufacturing processes, developing production systems and analyzing product designs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Engineer
ICM Controls
08.2022 - Current
- Identified problems and specific resolutions to fix defective, damaged or malfunctioning parts, assemblies, equipment and systems.
- Collaborate with management, marketing, and design engineering to reduce SKU count through factory by 15% through design of universal products, leading to substantial cost saving benefits.
- Identified appropriate methodology including "poka-yoke" process to shorten cycle time, achieve target margins, and mitigate human error.
- ICM334 KAIZEN event leader: Review methods, inefficiencies and test rejects with goal to reduce costs and increase output. Resulted in First Pass Yield (FPY) increase of 8%, increased hourly rate of 54%, and reduction of labor cost by 24%.
- Design fixtures and tooling with ergonomics and repeatability.
- As Kaizen event leader, lead teams to identify and implement streamlined manufacturing process, which boosted productivity and saved $300k based on forecast.
- Collaborate with R&D Engineering on products for compliance with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) requirements.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Engineering Technical Lead
ICM Controls
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided educational expertise and training to operators on 10 production lines.
- Investigated system issues and implemented resolutions to reduce downtime.
- Introduced ICM450A product family to production. Implemented required tooling, produced manufacturing process instructions and set up line for one piece flow. Increased capacity by 180% to meet customer demand.
- Directly oversaw production lines, managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Assisted in introducing spark ignition furnace control product families for both OEM and aftermarket customers.
Manufacturing Engineer
Northeastern Electronics Company
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Identified problems and specific resolutions to fix defective, damaged or malfunctioning parts, assemblies, equipment and systems.
- Used lean manufacturing principles to develop, evaluate and improve batch manufacturing methods.
- Served as technical liaison between manufacturing, quality assurance and vendor and supplier personnel to resolve technical and quality issues.
- Instituted new 3000 sq. ft. production facility with advanced equipment to double capacity and allowing entry into more profitable markets.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engingeering
Clarkson University
Potsdam, NY12.2020
Skills
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Continuous Improvement
- Technical Writing
- 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing
- Machining Processes
- Product Troubleshooting
- SolidWorks
- Root Cause Analysis
Timeline
Manufacturing Engineer
ICM Controls
08.2022 - Current
Engineering Technical Lead
ICM Controls
05.2021 - 08.2022
Manufacturing Engineer
Northeastern Electronics Company
03.2021 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engingeering
Clarkson University
Similar Profiles
Carena PetersonCarena Peterson
Beverage Cart Server at Innovative Club Management (ICM)Beverage Cart Server at Innovative Club Management (ICM)
Clement MurimiClement Murimi
Electrical Engineer at Gruppo ICMElectrical Engineer at Gruppo ICM
Sarah Churchman-JeremiahSarah Churchman-Jeremiah
Direct Support Professional at ICMDirect Support Professional at ICM