John McDougald
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Audio Engineer /Music Producer
JM Prooductions
Tacoma, WA
07.2011 - Current
- Edited and mixed recordings to create desired sound effects using digital audio workstations.
- Recorded, edited and mixed instrumental and vocal tracks and minimized unwanted sounds.
- Mastered audio tracks to ensure clarity and consistency across all components of the mix.
- Monitored audio levels during recording sessions to maintain optimal signal strength throughout the process.
- Rendered complex mixes into multiple formats for both digital distribution channels and physical media releases.
- Recorded, mixed, and edited audio tracks in the studio.
- Mastered tracks using advanced digital audio editing software.
- Maintained a library of reference material used during production.
- Attended industry events such as conferences, seminars, workshops.
- Researched new technologies and techniques applicable in the industry.
- Ensured compliance with copyright laws regarding use of copyrighted material.
Microvellum Engineer
Frontier Door + Cabinet
Tacoma, WA
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project progress updates.
- Analyzed customer requirements to determine project scope and objectives.
- Assisted in troubleshooting issues related to product design or manufacturing processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams throughout the development process to ensure successful outcomes.
- Developed technical drawings that adhered to industry standards.
- Used computer systems and drafting equipment to create and outline designs of components and tools.
- Determined design criteria or specifications.
- Create shop drawings from architectural bid documents for approval by the architect.
- Release work order paperwork and drawings to the factory for fabrication.
- Incorporate field dimensions, plastic laminate colors, hardware specifications, and update shop drawings from approved change orders, ASI's, RFI's, and CCD's.
Architectural Designer
Starbucks Corporation
Seattle, WA
04.2004 - 07.2011
- Developed architectural concepts and collaborated with cross-functional teams and other key stakeholders to create and articulate clear material and structural direction that meets business requirements and scope.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams and other key stakeholders to meet project objectives and developed executions for design concepts.
- Created unique and diverse architectural concepts and specifications for stores that meet stated business objectives, both operational and financial, and promoted company identity that enhances the Starbucks experience for the consumer.
- Contributed to Starbucks Global Concept Design business goals. Monitored and established schedules with Architectural project teams and effectively communicated dates to design teams and managers to meet all established deadlines.
- Documented and disseminated information about key learnings and best practices to cross-functional team members.
- Monitored design modifications and changes to ensure budget adherence.
- Stays abreast of architectural trends in the field and is in touch with the market.
- Supported the implementation of company programs, procedures, methods, and practices to promote Starbucks's key messages and achieve a competitive advantage.
Job Captain
Starbucks Corporation
Seattle, WA
08.2000 - 04.2004
- Reviewed blueprints, building codes and specifications to determine work details and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities related to assigned projects.
- Developed detailed construction documents and coordinated with consultants.
- Checked all design drawings and documents for adherence to government and industry codes.
- Assisted project managers with contract administration duties such as budgeting, scheduling and tracking change orders.
- Reviewed contractor's request for information responses.
- Managed the production of shop drawings and submittals.
- Received and reviewed review comments, developed responses and coordinated solutions.
- Coordinate mechanical, electrical, and lighting plans (MEP) prepared by outside consultants.
- Participated as a design resource for the Store Concepts Group and worked on the following concept projects: W-Bar, Ristretto, and The New Drive-Thru Bar.
CNC Programmer (Turret Punch Press)
LMI Aerospace, Inc.
Auburn, WA
04.1996 - 04.1998
- Developed programs for a variety of materials, including aluminum and steel, on a CNC Turret Punch Press.
- Analyzed blueprints, and other instructions to determine the best programming techniques for each job.
- Created detailed program codes using industry-standard software packages.
- Tested programs and operated punch press machines to ensure accuracy in production runs.
- Adjusted tooling settings according to material type and thickness specifications.
- Monitored quality assurance standards throughout production processes.
- Utilized CAD and CAM software to create tool paths for machining operations.
- Maintained accurate records of all programs used in production runs.
- Executed regular backups of all program files to minimize risk of data loss.
- Worked closely with manufacturing teams to troubleshoot issues during production runs.
- Determined program operations sequences and chose appropriate tooling.
Network Systems Administrator
Westmark Products, Inc.
Tacoma, WA
05.1995 - 04.1996
- Integrated automated monitoring system for network systems, maintaining uninterrupted operations continuity.
- Implemented policies to ensure compliance with organizational requirements.
- Troubleshot complex network problems involving multiple subnets or networks.
- Provided technical support for users in resolving network issues.
- Conducted preventive maintenance checks on the entire IT infrastructure.
- Created detailed reports on the status of the network infrastructure.
- Maintained and monitored network performance, ensuring systems are secure and up-to-date.
- Installed and tested new software releases and system upgrades.
- Investigated security threats or vulnerabilities within the network environment.
- Set up user accounts, permissions and passwords according to organizational standards.
- Participated in on-call shifts for holidays and weekends in case of system or network-related emergencies.
- Kept flexible schedule and resolved after-hours and weekend emergencies quickly and accurately.
Millwork Project Engineer
Westmark Products, Inc.
Tacoma, WA
03.1986 - 04.1996
- Developed project plans, budgets and timelines to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Determined project schedule by studying project plan and specifications and calculating time requirements.
- Interacted with clients to interpret needs and requirements.
- Reviewed blueprints, drawings and specifications for accuracy and completeness prior to submittal of shop drawings.
- Estimated change orders and costs for project manager.
- Developed specifications for needed equipment for projects.
- Incorporate field dimensions, plastic laminate colors, hardware specifications, and change orders to shop drawings.
Education
Certification - Architectural Engineering
Bates Technical College
Tacoma, WA03-1986
Certification - Technical Illustrator
Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, WA06-1985
Certification - CNC Turret Punch / 2D CAD/CAM Programming
Amada America, Inc.
Buena Park, CA05-1996
Certification - CNC Turret Punch / G-Code Programming
Amada America, Inc.
Buena Park, CA04-1996
Certification - CadKEY For Windows
Everett Community College
Everett, WA04-1996
Certification - Electrical Protection For Computers & Electronics
R.O. Associates, LTD.
Seattle, WA06-1995
Certification - AutoCAD 3D
KETIV Technologies, Inc.
Seattle, WA05-1993
Certification - AutoLISP Programming
KETIV Technologies, Inc.
Seattle, WA04-1993
Skills
- Design development
- Verbal/written communication
- Project Management
- Team Collaboration
- Construction Documents
- Problem-solving capabilities
- Construction Procedures
- Quality Control Procedures
- CNC Programming
- Customer Support
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Technical drawing
- Space Planning
- Audio mixing
- Music production
- Audio Editing
- Adobe Creative Suite Applications
- HTML / CSS / PHP Programming
Timeline
Microvellum Engineer
Frontier Door + Cabinet
01.2017 - 01.2023
Audio Engineer /Music Producer
JM Prooductions
07.2011 - Current
Architectural Designer
Starbucks Corporation
04.2004 - 07.2011
Job Captain
Starbucks Corporation
08.2000 - 04.2004
CNC Programmer (Turret Punch Press)
LMI Aerospace, Inc.
04.1996 - 04.1998
Network Systems Administrator
Westmark Products, Inc.
05.1995 - 04.1996
Millwork Project Engineer
Westmark Products, Inc.
03.1986 - 04.1996
Certification - Architectural Engineering
Bates Technical College
Certification - Technical Illustrator
Clover Park Technical College
Certification - CNC Turret Punch / 2D CAD/CAM Programming
Amada America, Inc.
Certification - CNC Turret Punch / G-Code Programming
Amada America, Inc.
Certification - CadKEY For Windows
Everett Community College
Certification - Electrical Protection For Computers & Electronics
R.O. Associates, LTD.
Certification - AutoCAD 3D
KETIV Technologies, Inc.
Certification - AutoLISP Programming
KETIV Technologies, Inc.