Kenneth Halls
Overland Park
Summary
Industrial engineering student with expertise in manufacturing, process improvement, and data analysis. Demonstrated leadership in various team roles across academic and professional environments. Committed to optimizing systems and fostering innovation through effective problem-solving. Aiming to enhance technical and project management skills while contributing to a variety of teams.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Back of House Trainer
Panda Express Restaurant Group
Overland Park
05.2024 - 02.2025
- Facilitated the opening of a new store location, achieving the second-highest profitability in the Heartland region.
- Trained six new hires to ensure operational efficiency and customer service excellence.
- Maintained ongoing employment at the Purdue Campus location.
Trainer
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Overland Park
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Trained new employees in both front and back-of-house operations.
- Provided guests with a consistent, positive dining experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Blue Valley West High School
Overland Park, KS05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering, Minor in Manufacturing
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INSkills
- AutoCAD and 3D printing
- Process design
- Project management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- LEAN manufacturing
- Communication
Certification
- Lean Green Belt (2025)
Affiliations
- 3D Printing Club Lab Supervisor
- IISE Collegiate Member
- College Mentor's for Kids Mentor
- Purdue Bands and Orchestras Section Leader
Accomplishments
- HSF Scholar
- Burton D Morgan Business Concept Competition Finalist
Projects
- Developing Tracheostomy Tubes for Shadow Buddies
- Utilizing additive manufacturing processes to develop miniature trach tubes for dolls given to youth struggling with chronic illnesses. Affiliated with The Shadow Buddies Foundation.
- Additive Education Startup - https://www.additiveedu.com/
- Founded Additive Education to enhance hands-on learning through engagement-based, interactive curricula and workbooks.
Timeline
Back of House Trainer
Panda Express Restaurant Group
05.2024 - 02.2025
Trainer
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
05.2022 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Blue Valley West High School
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering, Minor in Manufacturing
Purdue University
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