Jason Triplett
Lenoir,NC
Summary
Accomplished Product Development Engineer with a proven track record at E.J. Victor, enhancing product quality and reducing time-to-market through innovative engineering and effective project management. Skilled in CAD software and fostering cross-functional collaboration, I've led the development of industry-leading furniture designs, significantly improving customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. With 24 years of upholstery experience in residential and commercial I bring a wealth of expertise to the table. I've delved into product development and engineering, initially focusing on upholstery patterns using AutoCad for renowned companies like Havertys, Bernhardt, Crate & Barrel, and Serena & Lilly. Transitioning into upholstery frame engineering, I've honed my skills primarily using using Solidworks 3DS, crafting frames for esteemed brands such as E.J. Victor, Ralph Lauren, Alfredo Paredes, Alison Paladino, Martha Stewart, Brown & Moore, and The Point. I have excel in directing instruction through multiple manufacturing departments such as sewing, cutting, frame assembly, upholstery and machine room processing.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Development Engineer
E.J. Victor
10.2021 - Current
- Engineering ply wood and solid wood upholstery frames for manufacturing.
- Creating Bill of Material forms for production. Showcasing detailed assembly instructions, square board footage of materials required, and mapped sequence's through multiple departments for manufacturing purposes.
- Developed innovative product concepts based on market research and customer feedback analysis.
- Determined project costs, timelines, and limiting factors.
- Streamlined production timelines with effective resource allocation and planning strategies.
- Enhanced cross-functional collaboration by fostering open communication between engineering, marketing, and manufacturing teams.
- Coordinated with marketing teams on promotional materials that accurately showcased key features and benefits of developed products.
- Increased overall product quality through meticulous design reviews and thorough testing procedures.
- Reduced time-to-market by implementing agile development methodologies in the product development cycle.
- Participated in trade shows and conferences to stay informed about industry trends, new technologies, and potential partnerships opportunities.
- Led prototype iterations based on user feedback during beta testing phases, refining final designs before mass production commenced.
- Worked with marketing and service managers to understand customer desires and obtain feedback.
- Presented technical data and project updates at internal meetings, facilitating information sharing among team members.
- Developed new furniture products for use by residential and commercial customers.
- Collaborated closely with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality components for product assembly.
- Improved product performance through rigorous validation testing and iterative design revisions.
- Managed risk assessments throughout the development process to proactively address potential issues or delays in production schedules.
- Identified new ideas, products and/or features that improved customer satisfaction, reduced costs and kept product line in forefront of industry.
- Tested completed projects for functionality and implemented changes to production methods to rectify issues in final products.
- Communicated with vendors and key suppliers to select project materials and meet customer needs.
- Created designs at minimal costs using high-volume manufacturing processes and careful material selection.
- Conducted research to identify and evaluate new technologies and concepts.
- Developed high-quality engineering designs and plans to meet industry standards.
Product Development Upholstery Pattern Design
Bernhardt
04.2018 - 10.2021
- Oversaw development of more than Thirty new products each year.
- Cultivated valuable relationships with external partners including cushion/ seating manufacturers and distributors facilitating successful launches.
- Conducted comprehensive market research to identify untapped opportunities for new product development or improvement of existing products.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to create compelling product messaging, leading to increased sales and market share.
- Optimized resource allocation by conducting thorough assessments of project requirements such as, cushion foam and core density, upholstered poly foam weights and compressions, back / throw pillow fill requirements.
- Approved product documentation to promote easy-to-follow sewing and upholstery manuals and technical documents
- Engineered fabric and leather upholstery patters through softwear to be programmed for automated CNC cutting tables as the product enters mass production.
- Troubleshooting and hands on cooperation through manufacturing process.
Upholsterer
Bernhardt
12.2013 - 04.2018
- Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or production goals.
- Correctly and safely used variety of hand tools, saws and cutting equipment to carry out job duties.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure all finished products met or exceeded client expectations.
- Measured, cut and sewed materials to fit specifications.
- Received and processed both written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
- Reduced waste through precise material measurements and cutting techniques, contributing to cost savings on projects.
- Contributed to business growth by consistently delivering exceptional results on custom upholstery jobs.
- Specialized in upholstering and assembling photo and floor samples.
- Trusted with cutting and upholstering customer ordered marterials.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Caldwell High School
Lenoir, NC06.2022
Electrical / Electronics Vocational Degree -
Caldwell Community College And Technical Institute
Hudson, NC07.2009
Skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Customer Focus
- Project Management
- Product Testing
- Engineering Documentation
- Material Selection
- Custom, Residential, and Commercial industry background
- Testing methods
- Instruction writing
- CAD software proficiency
- Prototype Development
- Problem Resolution
- Technical Drawings
- Engineering Design
- 2D and 3D modeling
- Production understanding
- Construction Review
Timeline
Product Development Engineer
E.J. Victor
10.2021 - Current
Product Development Upholstery Pattern Design
Bernhardt
04.2018 - 10.2021
Upholsterer
Bernhardt
12.2013 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
West Caldwell High School
Electrical / Electronics Vocational Degree -
Caldwell Community College And Technical Institute