Yusuke Ishigami
Novi,MI
Summary
Experienced Senior Leather Designer with over 7 years of expertise spearheading design projects from inception to manufacturing within the realm of small leather goods, with a focus on watch straps. Demonstrated success in delivering cutting-edge and trendsetting leather products, such as wallets and accessories, harmonizing with brand identity and quality benchmarks. Proficient in conceptualization, material curation, technical illustration, prototype creation, and quality assurance. Possesses in-depth knowledge of leather varieties, textiles, and craftsmanship methods. Dedicated to crafting superior, commercially viable leather goods that engage and enthuse customers.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
YUSK Straps
Novi, MI
05.2017 - Current
- Design and develop distinctive leather patterns utilizing materials such as Shell Cordovan, crocodile hide, vintage ammo pouches, and vintage Carhartt canvas, guiding designs from prototype to final product completion.
- Collaborate with customers to conceive and deliver innovative, bespoke products, enhancing overall satisfaction and increasing customer engagement and loyalty.
- Conducted comprehensive research on modern design and market trends to meet consumer demands resulting in increased sales and profitability.
- Consistently minimized operational costs and boosted production efficiency by optimizing inventory management practices, ensuring the availability of essential materials and equipment to meet demand, and maintaining a reliable and responsive supply chain through timely procurement measures, thereby mitigating production delays and disruptions.
Senior Designer
Rivian
Plymouth, MI
04.2020 - Current
- Mentored and trained CAD designers to develop innovative designs, resulting in accelerated design cycles and project timelines through improved efficiency in concept generation and design iteration.
- Designed, developed, and guided products from initial concepts through prototyping, testing phases, and 3D modeling to final production. Utilized structured processes to anticipate and address potential issues early, ensuring high-quality outcomes and enhancing customer satisfaction
- Applied comprehensive conceptual and practical expertise to deliver optimal product designs while meeting project targets, performance objectives, ensuring high quality, and minimizing costs.
Design Engineer
EDAG
Troy, MI
03.2018 - 04.2020
- Conducted collaborative design reviews with lead engineers to ensure the feasibility of designs, enhancing overall quality, minimizing rework, and streamlining the development process.
- Established and maintained efficient value engineering processes and procedures for customers, resulting in significant cost savings, increased efficiency, enhanced value proposition, improved customer satisfaction, and strengthened long-term relationships.
- Analyzed engineering sketches, specifications, and related data and drawings to determine design factors such as size, shape, and arrangement of parts.
Senior Designer
Roechling
Troy, MI
03.2012 - 03.2018
- Delivered presentations and proposals in 3D, 2D, and engineering formats to customers, resulting in enhanced understanding and improved communication.
- Facilitated extensive collaboration between Engineering and Product Marketing teams, ensuring aligned goals, efficient resource utilization, reduced rework, enhanced product quality, and faster time-to-market for projects.
Product Engineer / Coordinator
Toyoda Gosei
Troy, MI
05.2005 - 03.2012
- Collaborated with a multifaceted team, leveraging bilingual proficiency in Japanese and English, to identify potential issues and implement appropriate countermeasures.
- Directed Kaizen-driven efforts to improve processes and address challenges both locally and globally, driving continuous improvement, efficiency, quality, employee engagement, and competitive advantage.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Graphics Technology
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INProfessional Experience and Highlights
Product Featured in GQ Magazine Ads Section
- Featured in the September, October, and November 2019 issue of GQ magazine in the advertisements section, showcasing YUSK watch strap.
- Highlighted YUSK strap and its unique design elements, contributing to its appeal to GQ's audience.
- Generated positive attention and interest among readers, resulting in increased brand visibility and sales globally.
Timeline
Senior Designer
Rivian
04.2020 - Current
Design Engineer
EDAG
03.2018 - 04.2020
Owner
YUSK Straps
05.2017 - Current
Senior Designer
Roechling
03.2012 - 03.2018
Product Engineer / Coordinator
Toyoda Gosei
05.2005 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Science - Computer Graphics Technology
Purdue University
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