Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Education Certifications
Timeline
Generic

DUSTIN BENNETT

Sparta,TN

Summary

To become associated with a company where I can utilize my skills and gain further experience while enhancing the company's productivity.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Manufacturing Engineer - Ford

Tenneco Automotive
01.2025 - Current
  • Developed technical documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and engineering drawings to support manufacturing operations.
  • Improved manufacturing efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing lean methodologies.
  • Reduced production downtime through proactive maintenance scheduling and timely equipment repairs.
  • Increased capacity utilization by identifying bottlenecks within the production process and implementing targeted improvements.
  • Identified problems and specific resolutions to fix defective, damaged, or malfunctioning parts, assemblies, equipment and systems.
  • Evaluated manufacturing equipment performance regularly, recommending upgrades or replacements as needed to maintain optimal efficiency.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures by identifying opportunities for reducing material waste in the production process.
  • Conducted root cause analysis on defective products, leading to targeted improvements in manufacturing processes.
  • Provided engineering support during new product launches, coordinating efforts between design, production, and quality control teams.
  • Reviewed products for compliance with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) requirements.

Weld Engineer

Tenneco Automotive
04.2022 - 01.2025
  • Wrote, reviewed and edited technical document in accordance with template requirements.
  • Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
  • Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
  • Optimized engineering processes by implementing innovative solutions and streamlining workflow.
  • Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals.
  • Provided input to team lead regarding areas for process and procedural improvement.
  • Conducted rigorous quality assurance tests, identifying areas of improvement for product optimization.
  • Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
  • Enhanced product performance by conducting thorough failure analysis and recommending improvements.
  • Collaborated on interdisciplinary teams to develop creative, cost-effective solutions for complex projects.
  • Performed annual CQI-15 audits throughout all welding processes to insure compliance.
  • Developed WPS’s for current, and new welding equipment.
  • Helped in securing Ford Q1 certification.

ENGINEERING AUTOMATION TECH

TENNECO AUTOMOTIVE
08.2017 - 04.2022
  • In this position I am responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and programming PLC's, and Motoman Robots
  • Retrofitting old equipment, implementing new equipment, troubleshooting issues with all sorts of automated equipment in an automotive manufacturing environment

LEAD ROBOTICS TECH

TENNECO AUTOMOTIVE
08.2014 - 08.2017
  • In this position I was responsible for managing a group of robot techs, and maintenance techs
  • Along with working side by side with them to complete day to day tasks, and keep all the equipment in the plant running

ROBOTICS TECH

TENNECO AUTOMOTIVE
05.2013 - 08.2014
  • In this position I was responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and programming, robotic welding cells, and material handling robots
  • Along with CNC Tube Bending Cells, and Muffler forming cells

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

TENNECO AUTOMOTIVE
05.2012 - 05.2013
  • In this position I was responsible, for set-up, and running equipment on a day to day basis

JANITOR

WHITE COUNTY EMS
01.2010 - 05.2012
  • In this position I was responsible for cleaning and detailing the ambulance vehicles
  • I was also responsible for facility maintenance around the building

Education

Advanced Programming With Coordinated Motion

Yaskawa Academy
Miamisburg, OH
2020

Motoman Advanced Programming with Arc Welding -

05.2019

COGNEX INSIGHT EASY BUILDER PROGRAMMING TRAINING -

02.2018

MOTOMAN BASIC PROGRAMMING WITH COORDINATED MOTION -

YASAKAWA ACADEMY
MIAMISBURG, OHIO
02.2017

High school diploma -

WHITE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
05.2009

Skills

  • Maintaining PLC's
  • Troubleshooting PLC's
  • Programming PLC's
  • Robotic programming
  • Electrical Addition
  • Troubleshooting electrical systems
  • Retrofitting old equipment
  • Implementing new equipment
  • Allen Bradley 500 Programming
  • Allen Bradley 5000 Programming
  • Motoman Advanced Programming
  • Quick problem solving
  • Decision making skills
  • Adaptable to any work environment
  • Teamwork
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Troubleshooting automated equipment
  • Maintaining automated equipment
  • GMAW
  • GTAW
  • Resistance welding
  • Maintaining pneumatic equipment
  • Troubleshooting pneumatic equipment
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Powerpoint
  • SAP
  • Strong work ethic

Education Certifications

  • White County High School, High School Diploma, 05/01/09
  • Yasakawa Academy, Motoman Basic Programming with Coordinated Motion, 02/01/17, Miamisburg, Ohio
  • Cognex Insight Easy Builder Programming, 02/01/18
  • Motoman Advanced Programming with Arc Welding, 05/01/19

Timeline

Manufacturing Engineer - Ford

Tenneco Automotive
01.2025 - Current

Weld Engineer

Tenneco Automotive
04.2022 - 01.2025

ENGINEERING AUTOMATION TECH

TENNECO AUTOMOTIVE
08.2017 - 04.2022

LEAD ROBOTICS TECH

TENNECO AUTOMOTIVE
08.2014 - 08.2017

ROBOTICS TECH

TENNECO AUTOMOTIVE
05.2013 - 08.2014

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

TENNECO AUTOMOTIVE
05.2012 - 05.2013

JANITOR

WHITE COUNTY EMS
01.2010 - 05.2012

Motoman Advanced Programming with Arc Welding -

COGNEX INSIGHT EASY BUILDER PROGRAMMING TRAINING -

MOTOMAN BASIC PROGRAMMING WITH COORDINATED MOTION -

YASAKAWA ACADEMY

High school diploma -

WHITE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

Advanced Programming With Coordinated Motion

Yaskawa Academy

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
DUSTIN BENNETT