Shawn Wise

• Established and standardized protocols for the Additive Manufacturing department, collaborating across engineering teams to ensure quality and consistency
• Oversaw all phases of 3D printing operations, from job intake and printer maintenance to inventory control and supplier management
• Optimize cost efficiency by determining optimal fabrication methods for production parts, utilizing both sheet metal and additive manufacturing solutions
• Oversee machine programming, setup, and maintenance, perform repairs as needed, and lead new printer installations across various sites
• Coordinate with headquarters to ensure timely completion of projects, tracking and assessing annual budget needs
• Utilize NX and other CAD tools to design fixtures and execute special projects.

Delivered packages across San Antonio, applying detailed knowledge of roadways to ensure timely deliveries

• Provided customer support and adapted to flexible hours, maintaining high levels of motivation and reliability.

• Manage small-scale CO2 laser projects, designing and crafting custom wood and graphic items
• Handle inventory, order supplies, package, and ship products directly to customers.

• Fabricated parts for top aerospace manufacturers, including Boeing and Northrop Grumman, ensuring compliance with rigorous manufacturing specifications
• Operated diverse machinery, including the CNC waterjet, CNC router, hydraulic box and bag press, brake press, and various hand tools to produce custom parts
• Collaborated with QA and engineering teams to refine fabrication techniques, and improve production efficiency
• Used manual machining (mill and lathe) to craft tooling and jigs, supporting quality assurance and reducing production times.

• Fabricated high-precision sheet metal parts for government contracts, utilizing AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards
• Managed Amada Laser and Brake Press setup, programming, and operations; inspected parts to verify adherence to specifications.

• Assembled and tested restaurant-grade appliances, handling electrical wiring, gas piping, and process adjustments
• Diagnosed mechanical issues, provided team training, and implemented process changes to enhance production quality.

• Used a range of machinery and tools, including manual presses, mills, lathes, and vibro-etch machines, for the precise assembly of aviation components
• Streamlined production by implementing assembly improvements, reducing average time by 50%
• Conducted training, inspected work for compliance, and led quality control initiatives to ensure high standards.