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ROBERT SCHWEIGEL
Product Designer Concept Development Engineer
New Berlin,WI
Summary
Design Engineer supporting 5 to 8 reviews per quarter of automation cell and production equipment design packages, with an 80% to 89% first pass approval rate and a focus on repeatable builds, safe startup, and practical handoff to operations. Brings experience in Mechanical and electrical system design, safety system design, layout design, time studies, and root-cause analysis to improve line readiness, troubleshoot issues, and tighten process flow. Applies SCADA, vision systems, and torque controls to support production and quality checks in manufacturing environments.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Compliance / Systems Engineer (MARKING) | The Work Number : Apex Systems - Systems Engineer
Apex Systems
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Operated, calibrated, troubleshot, and maintained automated marking and labeling systems to ensure effective product identification and traceability in high-mix manufacturing.
- Collaborated with engineering, quality, and operations teams to harmonize marking processes with product specifications, DFX (Design for Excellence) standards, and production demands.
- Collaborated with engineering, quality, and operations teams to align marking processes with product specifications and DFX (Design for Excellence) standards, improving compliance with production demands.
- Inspected and verified labeling for quality, safety, and regulatory compliance; standardized workflows to minimize identification errors and improve throughput.
- Rockwell Automation : Contract
Manufacturing Engineer | The Work Number: PAYCOM - Manufacturing Engineer
PAYCOM
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Engineered and deployed automation cells to elevate downstream processing, production flow, and repeatability within plastics manufacturing operations.
- Spearheaded the installation and process-flow development for tray-packer and bottle-turning systems, providing startup support, troubleshooting, and production handoff.
- Devised a fallen-flash containment system to bolster product quality control and mitigate defect risks in production.
- Optimized mold changeover procedures, significantly reducing downtime and fortifying production stability across high-volume operations.
- Established new production lines and improved machine installations, designing and fabricating machine enclosures to enhance plant safety initiatives.
- Contributed to Food Safety Team by developing and maintaining HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) documentation to meet quality, regulatory, and food-safety standards.
- Radius Packaging: Full-time
Drafter
QPS Employment Group
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Generated and revised product profile and assembly drawings to support transition into Epicor Kinetic ERP system.
- Transformed product, profile, and assembly data into ERP-ready documentation, supporting item setup, product structure, and production planning.
- Evaluated drawings and assembly documentation for clarity, consistency, manufacturability, and alignment with internal drafting standards.
- Refined drawing traceability and minimized data ambiguity during ERP implementation, coordinating technical information among engineering and operations stakeholders.
- Metal-Era : Contract
Advanced Manufacturing Engineer
ABB Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Reconfigured assembly workstations, achieving a 15% increase in production throughput through enhanced layout, ergonomics, and process flow.
- Reduced floor-space utilization by 50% through optimized kitting and material presentation strategies.
- Integrated digital torque controllers and SCADA hubs into production and quality assurance processes, enhancing data collection and process monitoring.
- Performed time studies and facility simulations to inform future production-line design, capacity planning, and layout decisions.
- Supported production engineering and continuous improvement initiatives by integrating equipment and collaborating on cross-functional manufacturing projects.
- The Work Number : Industrial Staffing Services - Assembler
Manufacturing Intern / Assembler
Premier Paper Converting Machinery
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Assembled paper slitting and partitioning machinery, enhancing mechanical build-up of custom components and subassemblies.
- Executed painting, repair, and maintenance of machinery and parts, ensuring production readiness and maintaining equipment integrity.
- Applied hands-on fabrication and assembly skills, including precise measuring, drilling, mounting, cutting, grinding, fastening, and fitting of components.
- Gained experience in machine assembly, safety protocols, mechanical troubleshooting, and manufacturing workflows.
- The Work Number : Associate
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technology Management (Applied Engineering)
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Platteville, WI01-2023
Skills
Process optimization
Production line startup
Automation cell integration
Time studies & line balancing
Root cause analysis
Process flow design
Production capacity planning
Value stream mapping
Kaizen facilitation
Standard work development
Six Sigma methodology
FMEA
SolidWorks / 3D CAD
AutoCAD / Creo / Inventor
Tooling, fixtures & enclosures
SCADA
Vision & torque systems
Poka-yoke design
Machine commissioning
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
SolidWorks Associate - Mechanical Design
Interests
Timeline
Compliance / Systems Engineer (MARKING) | The Work Number : Apex Systems - Systems Engineer
Apex Systems
01.2025 - 01.2026
Drafter
QPS Employment Group
07.2023 - 10.2023
Manufacturing Engineer | The Work Number: PAYCOM - Manufacturing Engineer
PAYCOM
01.2023 - 01.2025
Advanced Manufacturing Engineer
ABB Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2022
Manufacturing Intern / Assembler
Premier Paper Converting Machinery
06.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technology Management (Applied Engineering)
University of Wisconsin-Platteville