• Improve manufacturing and assembly processes by developing practical, production-ready solutions for implementation on the production floor
• Design and implement process improvements, including workflow optimization, tooling, and fixture development
• Develop detailed, CAD-based work instructions and visual documentation to standardize operations, reduce variability, and improve operator performance
• Support production through hands-on implementation of process changes, including modeling and detailing of fixtures and tooling
• Work directly with operators and cross-functional teams to ensure processes are usable, repeatable, and aligned with real manufacturing conditions
• Led the transition of wire harness assembly from external sourcing to in-house production

• Established and led test lab capabilities for evaluating product performance, reliability, and safety
• Designed and built test fixtures and developed test methods to support product validation and benchmarking
• Generated and analyzed performance data to identify failure modes and support engineering and process improvements
• Conducted internal quality audits and coordinated equipment calibration to ensure consistency and compliance
• Worked with engineering and production teams to troubleshoot issues and validate corrective actions

• Exhibited sales proficiency by consistently exceeding quarterly targets
• Developed and maintained strong relationships with key healthcare providers, therapists, and rehabilitation centers, resulting in a 21% increase in referral business
• Collaborated with the marketing team to create and implement targeted marketing campaigns
• Maintained knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to mobility equipment, ensuring products met engineering and safety requirements
• Attended trade shows, networking meetings, and industry conferences to stay informed about competitors and market trends
• Conducted technical product training sessions for clients, including power systems, controls, and safety features

Commercial equipment dealer supporting municipal and commercial operations through application-specific trailer design, vehicle integration, and custom equipment solutions.

• Managed technical sales for trailers, snowplows, and commercial equipment, improving product positioning and application-based sales
• Designed and configured custom trailer systems for commercial and municipal use, including high-load and confined-space applications (City of Detroit)
• Developed mounting brackets and integration solutions for snowplow installations on non-standard and specialized vehicles
• Designed equipment racks, holders, and support systems for lawn and service vehicles based on real-world use requirements
• Enhanced vehicle functionality through integrated lighting, tooling storage, and application-specific configurations
• Implemented digital and in-store marketing strategies to maintain pricing integrity and improve product visibility
• Developed and maintained company website, including SEO and e-commerce functionality
• Built supporting database structure for e-commerce and maintained search rankings for key product categories

• Specialized in content maintenance, site-structure repair, and SEO for small and medium-size business websites, non-profit organizations, and individual/family sites
• Redesigned existing websites, giving them a cleaner and more modern look and feel using then-current standards
• Refitted static sites for dynamic and responsive mobile content
• Added server-side scripted functionality where dynamic content interaction was needed

During this period, independent business operations were supplemented with additional professional roles, including Sales Engineer at Spaulding Manufacturing, Over-the-Road Truck Driver at CR England, and Flatbed Truck Driver at Aggressive Transportation.

• Managed all operational aspects of a retail business, including marketing, business-model adjustments, facility maintenance, personnel hiring and training, merchandise acquisition/importing, inventory management, and clock repair
• Provided strategic direction and supervision to the floor manager, ensuring alignment with company objectives
• Reconciled books daily, updated databases, managed budgets, and ensured compliance with tax and legal requirements
• Managed payroll processing and employee scheduling
• Developed and implemented data systems to categorize, analyze, and forecast sales trends
• Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to streamline procurement and maintain optimal stock levels

Managed automotive robotic resistance-welding accounts for OEMs, system integrators, and Tier 1 suppliers, supporting body-shop applications through technical coordination, consumable design, pricing, forecasting, and launch support. Key programs included Ford S197, P221, U251, P415, D219, D258, and CD338 (Aguascalientes, MX).

• Managed multi-million dollar robotic welding accounts for Ford, Nissan, Hyundai, Mitsubishi, Kia, Mazda, General Motors, integrators, and Tier 1 suppliers
• Supported major automotive launch programs by coordinating weld-gun applications, consumables, pricing, spare parts, and delivery priorities
• Designed and specified robotic resistance-welding consumables, including electrode caps, shanks, holders, adapters, and copper wear components
• Developed monthly and long-range forecasts to support production, purchasing, and financial planning
• Established and maintained pricing based on copper costs, manufacturing methods, labor, market conditions, and competitor activity
• Developed internal database tools and SQL-based reporting to support sales, production, and financial operations
• Established and maintained the division’s IT network and relational database environment for approximately 20 workstations
• Helped develop the U.S. division’s website and online spare-parts database

• Created BOMs and process routings, scheduled work, performed NC programming (Fanuc and Yasnac), designed specialized tooling and equipment, developed bending plans and waterjet nesting diagrams, and supported general machine operation
• Improved the company’s process for scheduling and tracking operator efficiencies through database customization and advanced report creation

• Performed complete assembly and testing of load-cell and rotary-transformer torque transducers using precision mechanical, electrical, adhesive, bearing, and measurement techniques
• Developed illustrated instructional manuals and job-function diagrams to standardize assembly and calibration techniques
• Assisted in final calibration using a demodulator, voltmeter, calibrated weights, and oscilloscope
• Aided in CAD design and modeling of new products and applications and modeled existing products in multiple native CAD languages for customer engineering use
• Traveled with sales staff to provide technical and design-implementation support when establishing new accounts