RYAN MERRITT
Westminster,SC
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineering Technician Lead Machining
Schneider Electric
Seneca, SC
08.2020 - Current
- Enhanced tool and die maintenance efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and schedules.
- Utilized Mastercam and PC Fapt Cut software for 3D design and programming of milling and wire EDM machines.
- Developed jigs, fixtures and tooling to meet production requirements.
- Served as a key contributor in cross-departmental projects, fostering collaboration between machinists, technicians, and engineers.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Trained and mentored new and existing machinists on proper machining techniques.
Tooling and Machining Specialist
General Electric AMW
Greenville, SC
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Utilized NX software for 3D design and programming of milling, turning and EDM machines.
- Developed jigs, fixtures and tooling to meet production requirements.
- Collaborated with engineers for design improvements, resulting in reduced material waste and optimized production processes.
- Assisted in the development of new products, contributing expertise in materials selection and machining strategies.
- Developed custom tooling solutions to meet unique manufacturing challenges and requirements.
Engineering Technician Machining
Schneider Electric
Seneca, SC
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Utilized Mastercam and PC Fapt Cut software for 3D design and programming of milling and wire EDM machines.
- Improved tooling efficiency by designing and implementing customized tooling solutions.
- Enhanced production quality by conducting thorough tool inspections and maintenance.
Team Lead CNC Tool and Cutter Grinder
Greenfield Industries Inc.
Seneca, SC
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Improved CNC team efficiency by implementing new workflow processes and procedures.
- Optimized machine utilization for increased production capacity through careful planning and scheduling.
- Increased overall productivity of the team with thorough training and skill development programs.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement, implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Established best practices for tooling selection based on job requirements, resulting in reduced setup times.
- Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
CNC Lathe Programmer
Formrolls Inc
Six Mile, SC
04.2014 - 06.2015
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing CNC lathe programming and tooling selection.
- Reduced machine downtime by troubleshooting and resolving complex programming issues.
- Optimized cutting parameters to extend tool life while maintaining required surface finish and tolerances.
- Set up and operate Okuma lathes to soft and hard turn formroll tooling.
CNC Tool and Cutter Grinder
Greenfield Industries Inc.
Seneca, SC
07.2011 - 04.2014
- Reduced machine downtime by troubleshooting and resolving complex programming issues.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing precise programming techniques and strict adherence to specifications.
- Collaborated with the engineering team for designing custom tools, improving overall performance of the manufacturing process.
- Calculated dimensions, tool selection and machine speeds from new orders.
- Set up and operate ANCA CNC grinding machines to grind industrial cutting tools.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Advanced Manufacturing Management
University of South Carolina Upstate
Spartanburg, SC12.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Mechatronics
Tri County Technical College
05.2020
Skills
- Master Cam
- NX
- Fixture Design
- Wire EDM
- Milling
- Turning
- Grinding
- Geometric Dimensioning
- Lean Principles Knowledge
- Strong Leader
- Quality Control
- Process Development
Certification
- Six Sigma White Belt Certification
- OSHA Introduction to safety supervision
Timeline
Engineering Technician Lead Machining
Schneider Electric
08.2020 - Current
Tooling and Machining Specialist
General Electric AMW
08.2019 - 08.2020
Engineering Technician Machining
Schneider Electric
06.2017 - 08.2018
Team Lead CNC Tool and Cutter Grinder
Greenfield Industries Inc.
07.2015 - 06.2017
CNC Lathe Programmer
Formrolls Inc
04.2014 - 06.2015
CNC Tool and Cutter Grinder
Greenfield Industries Inc.
07.2011 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Advanced Manufacturing Management
University of South Carolina Upstate
Associate of Applied Science - Mechatronics
Tri County Technical College
- Six Sigma White Belt Certification
- OSHA Introduction to safety supervision