Harley Buchwitz
Hurricane,UT
Summary
Focused Engineering Manager accomplished in team leadership and program management. 8 years of experience with track record of accomplishment. Excellent decision-making, planning and communication skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Manager
LV Swiss
La Verkin, UT
01.2024 - Current
- Maintained comprehensive records of engineering activities, including test results, design specifications, changes made during development process.
- Implemented strategies that increased customer satisfaction ratings by 15%.
- Use solidworks to 3D model new parts to customer specifications.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with employees, providing feedback and suggestions for improvement.
- Assisted sales team by providing technical advice when needed regarding products or services.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics prior to production phase, making sure they adhered to company guidelines.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures related to engineering operations.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to identify areas needing improvement in products or services.
- Troubleshot conflicting design and development requirements and special material requirements.
Lead Set up Machinist
LV Swiss
LaVerkin, UT
05.2019 - 01.2024
- Kept accurate records regarding production numbers and any repairs performed on machinery.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Milled parts using manual mill
- Trained new employees in the use of machinery used in the manufacturing process.
- Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
- Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, micrometers, and comparators.
- Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
- Supervised other workers engaged in operating machines and making repairs on machinery.
- Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers.
- Ground custom tools for turning
Set up Machinist
LV swiss
LaVerkin, UT
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Kept accurate records regarding production numbers and any repairs performed on machinery.
- Monitored production output levels and made adjustments as necessary to maintain production goals.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
- Maintained quality and safety standards; kept records of maintenance and repair work.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
- Constructed appropriate offset corrections for tool wear, broken tools, and casting variations.
- Selected appropriate speeds and feeds according to metal type and finish specifications.
Machine Operator
LV swiss
La Verkin, UT
05.2016 - 01.2017
- Maintain records of completed work and production data including volume produced and time required for each task.
- Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
- Identify areas where improvements can be made in terms of efficiency or cost savings.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Replace worn tools, sharpen cutting tools, adjust machinery components.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
Busser/host
Zion Canyon Brew Pub
Springdale, UT
05.2013 - 01.2016
- Maintained cleanliness of restaurant dining area throughout shift.
- Performed daily side work such as polishing silverware, folding napkins and restocking condiments.
- Replenished napkins, condiments, silverware and glassware as needed.
- Bussed and reset tables in an orderly fashion.
- Delivered food orders to tables in a timely manner according to company standards.
- Greeted customers and answered questions about menu items.
- Communicated with kitchen staff regarding any special requests from customers.
- Swept floors, washed walls and windowsills, emptied trash receptacles and cleaned restrooms when needed.
- Took initiative to help others whenever necessary.
- Inspected dining room furniture for cleanliness prior to seating guests.
- Maintained a friendly attitude towards customers at all times.
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Project Management
- Design evaluations
- Equipment knowledge
- Prioritization
- Proficiency in Solidworks for 3D modeling
Timeline
Engineering Manager
LV Swiss
01.2024 - Current
Lead Set up Machinist
LV Swiss
05.2019 - 01.2024
Set up Machinist
LV swiss
01.2017 - 01.2019
Machine Operator
LV swiss
05.2016 - 01.2017
Busser/host
Zion Canyon Brew Pub
05.2013 - 01.2016