Robert Austin
Portland
Summary
Ambitious product-oriented professional with extensive experience at Seamus Golf. Specializing in production management, product development, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration. Is always eager to learn, and has demonstrated expertise in diverse manufacturing methods and creative problem-solving, resulting in reductions to manufacturing costs and improved workflow efficiency. Has proven the ability to foster a collaborative environment that enhances team success and drives innovation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
Seamus Golf
Beaverton
02.2024 - Current
- Successfully negotiates vendor agreements to reduce manufacturing costs.
- Oversees daily production operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Develops and implements production schedules and procedures.
- Provides critical support to the production team, ensuring timely order fulfillment.
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including sales, design, shipping, procurement, and marketing, to streamline workflows and enhance quality.
- Implements innovative time-saving procedures leveraging jigs and templates.
- Fosters a positive work environment to boost morale and collaboration.
- Prepares material kits for distribution to independent contractors.
- Develops and optimizes new product designs for manufacturability.
- Operates and maintains manufacturing equipment to ensure quality and efficiency.
- Spearheads the testing and implementation of new tools to improve workflow.
- Standardizes manufacturing tracking procedures for external resources.
Freelance Practical Effects Consultant
Utah Motion Control
03.2021 - Current
- Collaborates with the UMC team to consult, develop, and produce practical effect triggers for high-speed robotic cameras.
- Sets up and modifies equipment on active film sets.
- Provides ongoing support and troubleshooting for implemented systems and solutions.
- Analyzes client needs to develop customized motion control solutions.
Intern Designer/Manufacturing Assistant
Design For Dinghies
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with lead designer on physical product development project, refining CAD files for folding knife components.
- Secured manufacturing quotes through effective communication with various businesses.
Production Coordinator
Profacture Precision CNC
12.2020 - 01.2022
- Operated, programmed, and maintained CNC mills and lathes with precision and efficiency.
- Coordinated orders and production requests.
- Streamlined shop processes by creating visual systems for the manufacturing team.
- Developed and enhanced part finishing procedures, contributing to overall quality improvements.
- Facilitated a successful software transition through team training sessions.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Product Design
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR01.2022
Associate of Arts -
Umpqua Community College
Roseburg, OR01.2017
Skills
- Production planning
- Product development
- Creative problem-solving
- Design for manufacturing
- Process optimization
- OnShape proficiency
- Adobe Illustrator proficiency
- CNC programming and operation
- Prototyping techniques
- Cross-functional collaboration
Timeline
Production Manager
Seamus Golf
02.2024 - Current
Intern Designer/Manufacturing Assistant
Design For Dinghies
04.2022 - 12.2022
Freelance Practical Effects Consultant
Utah Motion Control
03.2021 - Current
Production Coordinator
Profacture Precision CNC
12.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Product Design
University of Oregon
Associate of Arts -
Umpqua Community College