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Zachary Beene

Frederick,MD

Summary

Innovative manufacturing engineer with background in optimizing production processes and integrating new technology to enhance efficiency. Skilled in designing and implementing cost-effective equipment modifications that improve safety and reliability. Strengths include problem-solving, project management, and collaboration across departments to achieve production goals. Previous work led to significant reductions in downtime and material waste, directly impacting operational success.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Manufacturing Engineer

Volvo Group
Hagerstown, MD
04.2022 - Current
  • Led an industrialization project on a 25-year-old assembly line for a new product launch.
  • Developed and maintained a $19 million budget.
  • Specified and managed the build and installation of 14 fully automated assembly stations, 3 manual assembly stations, and 10 retrofit stations.
  • Implemented several Kaizens, totaling over $2 million in hard savings and over $10 million in soft savings in a three-year period.
  • Coordinated and managed a 24-hour-per-day, multi-week installation utilizing internal resources and external contractors.
  • Led a team of seven engineers spanning multiple disciplines to define, develop, implement, and monitor a multi-year project.
  • Planned, scheduled, and performed equipment testing to determine functionality and technical requirement adherence.
  • Liaised between executives, manufacturing teams, and part-touching labor.
  • Coordinated with stakeholders to develop project scope, objectives, and deliverables in support of company strategic objectives.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors to obtain the best pricing and maintain project quality standards.
  • Maintained project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities and resolving problems.

Applications Engineer

Southwestern Production Technology Solutions
Coppell, USA
08.2020 - 04.2022
  • Consulted at Peterbilt, Lockheed, Toyota, and other major manufacturers on process improvement projects involving tooling, ergonomics, and material handling.
  • Developed multiple proofs of concept utilizing collaborative robots for applications in AI, machine vision, and custom fixturing.
  • Managed projects by facilitating daily communication with suppliers and customers.
  • Conducted presentations and training sessions for employees from touch labor to executive leadership.
  • Maintained customer relationships through regular onsite visits to evaluate current processes.
  • Researched and analyzed current manufacturing trends to inform project strategies.
  • Oversaw design and integration of two new manufacturing lines for Peterbilt, focusing on process flow optimization and ergonomic considerations.
  • Engineered a robotic drilling cell with seven axes of freedom to automate processes at a major aerospace manufacturer.

Technician

Womack Machine Systems
Farmers Branch, TX
03.2020 - 07.2020
  • Interpreted technical drawings to guide construction of custom hydraulic power units.
  • Gathered, cut, assembled, and welded materials to meet specifications for final products.
  • Tested final assemblies and adjusted builds based on assessments of performance.
  • Applied fluid dynamics principles to enhance understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Education

Master of Business Administration - STEM

Texas Tech University, Rawls College of Business
Lubbock, TX
08.2019

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Texas Tech University, Whitacre College of Engineering
Lubbock, TX
05.2018

Skills

  • MS Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Ansys
  • AutoCAD and Fusion 360
  • MATLAB
  • 3D printing
  • Project management
  • Supplier negotiation
  • Robotics integration
  • Effective communication
  • Capital purchases
  • Manufacturing automation

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Manufacturing Engineer

Volvo Group
04.2022 - Current

Applications Engineer

Southwestern Production Technology Solutions
08.2020 - 04.2022

Technician

Womack Machine Systems
03.2020 - 07.2020

Master of Business Administration - STEM

Texas Tech University, Rawls College of Business

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Texas Tech University, Whitacre College of Engineering

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