Group Projects Manager

• Sep 2021 - Present

Sales Engineer/Project Manager

• Jun 2019 - Aug 2021

Technical Sales Engineer

• Oct 2014 - Aug 2021

To follow up on leads from existing customers and potential customers providing them with the best cost and lead time the company can achieve. Reviewing customer documentation and source all external costs from suppliers and determine the optimal method of manufacture. Review purchase orders to confirm all documentation has been received and that they match what has been quoted. Assist with order aftercare.

Account/Project Coordinator

• Sep 2010 - Jan 2015

Project manage each account/project assigned to me. From order placement to delivery plus aftercare. This included internal and external project management to meet customer demand. I was fortunate to be assigned the largest project that the company had taken in recent years. I was second in command to the department supervisor and assisted with ensuring the personnel in the department were able to manage there day to day tasks.

Production Planner

• Aug 2010 - Sep 2010

I was here for a short period of time on a temporary contract before being offered a full time position with VCL. While in this position I used E-Max and my daily duties were to set up methods of manufacture for new orders, print and create work order packages ensuring all the relevant information that was needed to manufacture the components were included. I attended contract review meetings to discuss which machines we were going to put the components through and also bring up any issues that we thought may arise. I also had to produce quotes for new orders. Show less

Manufacturing Engineering Technologist

• Jul 2007 - Jun 2010

Served as an apprentice from 2002-2006 working a variety of different machines. Moved into the role of Front End Planner where I used SAP. My daily duties were to plan methods for new manufacture and improve existing methods and reduce cost. This included selecting appropriate material for manufacture and arranging any tooling or fixtures for completing the work. Assisted in the MRP department. Developed VBA macros and new processes to improve daily duties within my department and others.

Apprentice then Machinist

• Aug 2001 - Jul 2007

While completing my apprentiship and then as a time served machinist I had the opportunity to work a variety of machines. Manual Mill (Bridgeport), Wire Erosion (Robofil), Mazak Mill, Mazak Slanturn, Borer, J and L Lathe CNC, Monarch CNC, Butler Elgamill, Honing, Grinding. As an apprentice I also spent time in the inspection ,planning and assembly and test.