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Merit Kuykendall

Canton,NC

Summary

Dynamic Manufacturing Engineer adept at completing demanding projects within crucial timelines. Thorough, detail- and process-oriented, with strong follow-through skills. They are known for analyzing situations and quickly implementing innovative resolutions.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Manufacturing Engineer

Custom CNC
Clyde, NC
05.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented manufacturing process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce downtime.
  • Analyzed production data to identify areas of process inefficiencies and develop solutions to improve productivity.
  • Created new processes for fabrication, assembly, testing, and inspection of products to meet customer requirements.
  • Assisted with the design and development of manufacturing systems to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Evaluated existing tooling designs for manufacturability improvements.

Engineering Intern

Meritor
Fletcher, NC
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Developed computer models to simulate various engineering designs.
  • Analyzed data from experiments and prepared reports summarizing results.
  • Prepared drawings using AutoCAD software for fabrication of parts and assemblies.
  • Provided technical support to engineers during the development of products.
  • Researched industry standards and regulations related to engineering projects.

Machinist

Custom CNC
Clyde, NC
09.2016 - 10.2020
  • Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
  • Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
  • Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
  • Read blueprints, skhes, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Engineering Technology

Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
05-2024

Skills

  • CNC mastercam
  • Computer-aided manufacturing
  • CNC programming
  • Simulation modeling
  • Manufacturing processes
  • Computer-aided design
  • Production scheduling
  • Machine tool technologies

Timeline

Manufacturing Engineer

Custom CNC
05.2024 - Current

Engineering Intern

Meritor
05.2021 - 08.2021

Machinist

Custom CNC
09.2016 - 10.2020

Bachelor of Science - Engineering Technology

Western Carolina University

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