Education
Illinois State University
Bachelor of Science, Engineering Technology
Bachelor of Science, Graphic Communications
GPA: 3.81 | Graduated Fall 2023
Engineering & Manufacturing Experience
- Designed controls and schematics for industrial applications
- Applied rigorous quality and safety checks to ensure build accuracy and reliability
- Programmed industrial control panels using Phoenix Contact's PLCNext Engineer
- Created procedures for future engineers and entry-level staff
- Communicated with customers regarding project designs, improvements, and project timelines
- Resolved build issues with technicians and management
- Improved and updated digital file organization and structure
- Analyzed production efficiency data to support equipment reliability
- Built spreadsheets and tools to improve workflow clarity
- Collaborated with operators to improve communication between teams
- Supported a virtual reality learning study and presented at the ATMAE conference
Production & Process Experience
- Prepared and laid out production jobs to maximize ink efficiency and minimize material waste
- Selected paper weights, coatings, and finishes based on job requirements
- Produced, bound, priced, and quality-checked blueprint and document orders
- Consulted customers on job specifications, file conversions, sizing, and production constraints
- Prepared packaging artwork using Esko tools and Adobe Illustrator
- Updated graphics for consumer packaging and marketing materials
- Worked with packaging files in a production-oriented creative environment
- Managed product sourcing, inventory organization, and order fulfillment
- Assessed product condition and quality prior to sale
- Researched competitive pricing and market demand
- Fulfilled 45+ orders to 26 states with 100% positive customer feedback
Core Skills
Controls & Engineering Documentation
- Industrial controls and schematic design
- Phoenix Contact PLCNext Engineer
- Procedure writing for engineers and entry-level staff
- Customer communication around project designs, improvements, and timelines
- Digital file organization and structure improvements
Manufacturing & Quality
- Quality and safety checks for build accuracy and reliability
- Production efficiency data analysis
- Workflow clarity through spreadsheets and tools
- Issue resolution with technicians, operators, and management
- Materials, process constraints, and production checklists
Software & Production Tools
- PLCNext Engineer
- CAD tools for schematics, layouts, and workflow support
- Adobe Creative Suite and Esko tools for packaging and production documentation
- PrintPoint estimating and production workflow support