Tyler Deagon
Summary
Accomplished Engineering and Project Team Manager in the Machining Department at Honda's Alabama Auto Plant, adept in engineering project management and technical problem solving in a fully-automated mass production environment. Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives, significantly enhancing equipment efficiency and project delivery. Expertise in Fanuc CNC and robotics as well as Kaizen continuous improvement methodologies, driving technical solutions and fostering a culture of innovation and safety.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering and Project Team Manager
Honda Development and Manufacturing of America
04.2023 - Current
- Overall lead for new model and capacity up/down activity.
- Provided Technical leadership on machining equipment problems.
- Managed machining department engineering group and performed engineer performance evaluations.
- Drove continuous improvement activity.
- Supported countermeasure activity for quality and production issues.
- Investigated, proposed and implemented equipment improvements and new equipment purchases.
- Prioritized and scheduled equipment modifications/repairs.
- Supported technical manpower recruiting efforts.
- Developed and managed the investment budget for the department.
Equipment Engineer
Honda Development and Manufacturing of America
08.2012 - 04.2023
- Lead and supported new model and capacity up/down activities.
- Developed and controlled investment and expense budgets for all new model and other project activity.
- Planned, tracked, and reported all project activity and status.
- Communicated project requirements and changes to all support associates in a timely manor to avoid delays.
- Prepared and presented project evaluations as scheduled.
- Reviewed new model drawings / design changes and communicate to effected associates.
- Provided technical leadership for complex equipment problems.
- Monitored and recorded production efficiencies.
- Investigated, proposed, and implemented approved activities that improved profitability.
- Performed analysis, prioritized, and lead countermeasure activity with technical support team.
- Managed CNC and leak test programs.
- Managed coolant and lube systems.
- Scheduled, lead and tracked the training of associates.
- Assisted with line management.
Mechanical Engineering Co-Op Student
Altec Industries Birmingham Operations
05.2009 - 12.2010
- Trained in steel sheet metal and structural MIG welding.
- Expanded knowledge of the operation of industrial equipment such as plasma tables, band saws, pipe benders, and press brakes.
- Designed, fabricated, and welded stands for production visual management boards.
- Designed, fabricated, and welded rack for propane/gas tanks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL08.2012
Skills
- Team Management
- Project Management
- Kaizen
- Lean Manufacturing
- Fanuc CNC, PMC, and Robotics
- Mitsubishi CNC, PLC, and GOT HMI
- Proface HMI GP Pro-EX
- TUV Functional Safety
- AutoCAD
- Catia
- Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Acrobat
- MIG Welding
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
Engineering and Project Team Manager
Honda Development and Manufacturing of America
04.2023 - Current
Equipment Engineer
Honda Development and Manufacturing of America
08.2012 - 04.2023
Mechanical Engineering Co-Op Student
Altec Industries Birmingham Operations
05.2009 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
The University of Alabama
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