Jordan Neal

Skilled machinist and CNC mill operator with a track record of timely machine setups and high quality part production at Halsey Manufacturing. Seasoned in print reading and precision machining. Adept in balancing multiple projects across multiple stages of production, from the engineering stage to final inspection.

Current everyday responsibilities include Mastercam programming, machine setup and maintenance, mill operation, saw operation, deburring, quality control, first article and final article inspection, laser setup, laser marking, laser design production, customer communication, packaging and driving/deliveries direct-to-customers, forklift operation, cleaning and general maintenance, groundskeeping/yard maintenance, and hand tool operation.

BattleBots Team Captain - Built two heavyweight combat robots (Piranha and Dragon Slayer) for filming on BattleBots. Lead a team of four to Las Vegas to compete in the entire team's first robotics competition. Responsible for acquiring sponsorship in excess of $3,500 for funding Team Wild Side Robotics' entry into Season 6 of BattleBots in 2021.

NHRL Team Captain - Built a 30 pound combat robot (Squire) to compete in NHRL in Norwalk Connecticut, leading a team of five to two finals appearances in a row and two other events in 2023. Secured over $13,300 in sponsorship funding to lead Team Wild Side Robotics.

Robotics Project Commission Leader - Took control of two individual projects for customers/commissioners to construct 3 pound and 15 pound combat robots and sponsor, educate, and mentor a new team with their first combat robots.