Bryce Drexler
Deridder,LA
Summary
Mechanical engineering graduate with experience supporting plant operations, equipment reliability, and maintenance-driven process improvement. Brings strong data analysis, technical documentation, and cross-functional collaboration to help identify failure causes, improve equipment performance, and support safe manufacturing operations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Packaging Corporation of America
Deridder, LA
08.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with mechanical engineering, maintenance, and plant operations teams to troubleshoot industrial equipment, enhancing equipment reliability and production efficiency.
- Conducted preventive and predictive maintenance activities for mechanical systems, analyzing equipment conditions and maintenance records to ensure reliable plant operations.
- Facilitated root cause analysis of equipment and process issues by gathering operating data and reviewing failure history, partnering with engineering and maintenance teams to implement corrective actions.
- Conducted equipment inspections and field walkdown, documenting mechanical conditions, identifying potential issues, and communicating findings to engineering and maintenance personnel.
- Utilized engineering drawings, technical documentation, equipment specifications, and data analysis to support maintenance projects, process improvements, equipment troubleshooting, and safe manufacturing operations.
Inventory and Operations Manager
Walmart
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2023 - 07.2026
- Managed daily inventory and operations for high-volume retail environment; ensuring accurate inventory levels and timely replenishment to enhance operational efficiency.
- Analyzed inventory data, sales trends, and operational KPIs to identify discrepancies, improve product availability, and support data-driven business decisions.
- Developed and implemented process improvements to streamline inventory management, reduce operational inefficiencies, and improve workflow accuracy.
- Led and coordinated teams of associates across daily operations, ensuring adherence to company standards, productivity goals, safety procedures, and operational priorities.
- Collaborated across departments to resolve inventory discrepancies and coordinate receiving and replenishment, maintaining operational records in a fast-paced environment.
Sports Program Director
YMCA
Baton Rouge, LA
02.2021 - 05.2023
- Led and developed athletes and coaching staff by establishing performance goals, monitoring progress, and maintaining a structured, safe, and productive training environment.
- Coordinated with coaches, athletes, families, facility staff, and community partners to address operational issues, enhance program performance, and execute successful athletic events.
- Managed program logistics, equipment, registration, attendance, budgets, and operational records to ensure compliance with YMCA policies and safety standards to support program effectiveness.
- Directed daily operations of a competitive track and field program, coordinating schedules, practices, competitions, facilities, equipment, and participant activities for multi-year program.
Education
Baton Rouge, LA - Mechanical Engineering
Southern University
Baton Rouge, LA05-2026
Skills
- Engineering drawings
- Technical Documentation
- Equipment inspection
- Equipment maintenance
- Root cause analysis
- Failure Analysis
- Data analysis
- Continuous improvement
- Process Optimization
- Rotating equipment
- Safety and compliance standards
- Technical Documentation
- Mechanical design
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Process improvement
- Project coordination
- Materials science
- Stress analysis
Personal Information
Availability: Willing to relocate
PROJECTS
Boeing Capstone Project — Assigned project manager role, August 2024-July 2025, Led a multidisciplinary mechanical engineering capstone project focused on an aerospace application for Boeing, coordinating project scope, timelines, deliverables, and team responsibilities from concept through final presentation., Applied mechanical engineering principles, design analysis, problem-solving, and engineering calculations to evaluate project requirements and develop a technically viable solution., Coordinated a student engineering team, delegated technical assignments, monitored project milestones, and facilitated collaboration to ensure deliverables were completed accurately and on schedule., Presented technical findings, design recommendations, analysis results, and project outcomes to faculty and project stakeholders, translating complex engineering concepts into clear and actionable information.
Timeline
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Packaging Corporation of America
08.2026 - Current
Inventory and Operations Manager
Walmart
05.2023 - 07.2026
Sports Program Director
YMCA
02.2021 - 05.2023
Baton Rouge, LA - Mechanical Engineering
Southern University