- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Avid Reader
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- Music
- Exploring various forms of art, such as sewing, painting, and crochet, to nurture creativity and personal growth
- Supporting animal shelters and rescue organizations
- Cake Decorating
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Genipher Oswalt
Kalamazoo,MI
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Summary
Detail-oriented design professional with strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset. Committed to enhancing project efficiency through effective collaboration and a superb eye for detail.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Designer
Flowserve
Kalamazoo, MI
02.1995 - 06.2026
- Led design projects from concept through execution, ensuring alignment with client specifications and brand guidelines.
- Developed innovative design solutions using advanced CAD software to meet complex engineering requirements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline design processes, enhancing project efficiency and delivery timelines.
- Mentored junior designers on best practices in design principles and software utilization to improve team performance.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Computer-Aided Design
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MI05-1996
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Theater Design
University of Miami
Miami, FL05-1991
Skills
- Concept development
- CAD drafting
- Computer-aided design
- AutoCAD
- SolidWorks modeling
- Autodesk inventor software
- Digital design tools
- Design optimization
- Design for assembly
- Complex assembly design
- Reverse engineering
- Manufacturing processes
- Manufacturing support
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Kaizen techniques
- Continuous improvement
- Collaboration skills
- Project management
- Bill of materials
- Attention to detail
- Attention to detail
- Analytical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Design project coordination
- Product specifications
- Change management
- Teamwork skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Collaboration skills
- Team player
- Creative thinking
- Detail-oriented
- Collaborative skills
- Verbal communication
- Adaptability skills
- Self-motivation
- Analytical thinking
Interests
Work Availability
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Timeline
Designer
Flowserve
02.1995 - 06.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Computer-Aided Design
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Theater Design
University of Miami
Programs Used
SAP, Nexus/Windchill, PRMS, Microsoft Office programs