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Jacob Byer

Coldwater,OH

Summary

Accomplished Manufacturing Engineer with a proven track record at Valco Industries, enhancing production efficiency by implementing lean methodologies and reducing downtime. Skilled in machining processes and fostering team collaboration, I excel in driving significant improvements in manufacturing operations. My expertise also spans to tooling ensuring high-quality production outcomes.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Manufacturing Engineer

Valco Industries
07.2019 - 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.

Tech Development

Valco Industries
04.2017 - 07.2019
  • Tested current products for longevity.
  • Designed future product ideas.
  • Skunkworks projects.
  • Directed the tool room.

Site Manager

Valco Industries
08.2008 - 04.2017
  • Conducted regular site meetings with team members, fostering open communication channels for efficient problem-solving and progress updates.
  • Reduced safety incidents by conducting regular site inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication of project updates and prompt resolution of concerns or issues.
  • Interviewed, hired, and trained new workers.

Tool Room Lead

Valco Industries
03.2007 - 08.2008
  • Helped in the development of tooling design.
  • Lead a small tool building team.
  • Machine complex tooling components.
  • Insured production tooling was intact.

Tool and Die Maker

Hi-Tech Wire
06.1997 - 03.2007
  • CNC programming including 3D programming
  • Built dies
  • Machine complex components
  • Maintained production tooling
  • Met with customers to understand tooling needs

Education

Journeyman's Certification in Tool And Die - Tool And Die

Lima Tech
Lima, OH
10-1998

Skills

  • Machining processes
  • Design and manufacturing reviews
  • Machine tool technologies
  • Industrial engineering
  • Tooling

Accomplishments

  • 2 Patent papers- 1 in feed loop system, other in anti-bridging device

Timeline

Manufacturing Engineer

Valco Industries
07.2019 - Current

Tech Development

Valco Industries
04.2017 - 07.2019

Site Manager

Valco Industries
08.2008 - 04.2017

Tool Room Lead

Valco Industries
03.2007 - 08.2008

Tool and Die Maker

Hi-Tech Wire
06.1997 - 03.2007

Journeyman's Certification in Tool And Die - Tool And Die

Lima Tech

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