Robert Monger
Summary
Infantry Marine veteran currently pursuing engineering studies with Iron Range Engineering at Minnesota State University, Mankato. Offers a unique blend of discipline, hard work, and determination to succeed in engineering. Demonstrates proven ability to adapt and think quickly on feet, bringing great flexibility in approaching challenges. Aims to leverage military background and academic pursuits to contribute effectively to the engineering industry.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Engineering Co-Op
M2S
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Oversaw the procurement and installation of operator safety systems on high-speed rewinders, coordinating with internal departments and contractors to implement physical guards and electronic stop controls.
- Supported the installation of a redesigned roll wrapping system by participation in a factory acceptance test, coordinating shipping and installation, and system troubleshooting.
Process Engineering Co-Op
Appvion
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Led the development of an updated product through materials selection, production trials, post-production testing, and financial validation. Coordinated with multiple departments to ensure customer needs were met in a timely manner.
- Performed quality testing, data analysis, and process studies to support and improve daily machine operations. Supported real-time troubleshooting with operators to maintain optimal equipment performance.
Quality Engineering Co-Op
Packaging Corporation of America
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Worked to ensure the quality of our product through data acquisition and statistical analysis.
- Conducted laboratory testing to investigate the effects of variations within our process.
- Acted as a site coordinator during our annual mill-wide outage, coordinating with outside contractors to facilitate hydro blasting and vacuuming work throughout the mill.
Student Engineer
Iron Range Engineering
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked with L&M Radiators Inc. to design a more streamlined process for assembling radiator components using robotics and automation within their Hibbing, MN facility.
Delivery Expert
Domino's Pizza
06.2019 - 08.2022
- Tasked with aiding customers, preparing product, and delivering orders in a timely manner.
- Aided the store in reaching significant milestones such as $30,000 and $40,000 in weekly sales.
Marine Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
06.2014 - 05.2019
- Served in the United States Marine Corps in a variety of roles facilitating the successful completion of three deployments. These roles include Team Leader, Combat Operations Center Operator, and MRAP Driver.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
Minnesota State University
Mankato, MN12-2026
Associate - Pre-Engineering
Northern Oklahoma College
Tonkawa, OK08.2022
Skills
- Professionalism
- Self Directed Learning
- Systems Engineering
- Dependability
- Collaboration
- Flexibility
- Leadership
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Solidworks
- AutoCad
- Matlab
Leadership Development
Iron Range Engineering Bell Academy
Specialized training in technical writing, public speaking, conflict management, and self-directed learning through workshops, applications, and feedback.
Developing leadership, teamwork, and professional responsibility skills on a role as an engineering student on an industry-sponsored engineering design project.
Acquiring systems engineering knowledge and creating systems diagrams as tools for innovative problem solving.
Timeline
Project Engineering Co-Op
M2S
08.2024 - 01.2025
Process Engineering Co-Op
Appvion
01.2024 - 08.2024
Quality Engineering Co-Op
Packaging Corporation of America
01.2023 - 12.2023
Student Engineer
Iron Range Engineering
08.2022 - 12.2022
Delivery Expert
Domino's Pizza
06.2019 - 08.2022
Marine Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
06.2014 - 05.2019
Associate - Pre-Engineering
Northern Oklahoma College
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
Minnesota State University
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