Dennis Watson
Greer
Summary
Veteran Process Engineer with a proven track record at AFL Telecommunications, excelling in process optimization and continuous improvement. Skilled in data analysis and team collaboration, I led initiatives that achieved over $600,000 in annual savings while enhancing operational efficiency through Lean methodologies.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Engineer
AFL Telecommunications
10.2014 - 03.2025
- Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose in aluminum roll forming and conform extrusion processes..
- Evaluated new technologies and equipment upgrades to enhance overall process capabilities at lower costs, ensuring market competitiveness.
- Optimized manufacturing processes by implementing continuous improvement initiatives, standard work and lean methodologies.
- Led scrap reduction initiative with yearly savings in excess of $600,000.
Process Engineer
Emitec Corporation
04.2006 - 10.2014
- Implemented standardized work instructions, enhancing operator understanding of critical tasks and improving workflow consistency.
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting equipment issues pertaining to brazing operations, maintaining plant reliability and minimizing operational disruptions.
- Introduced new systems for marking, oxidation and brazing powder application on catalytic converters.
Process Engineer
Hitachi, Ltd.
04.2005 - 11.2005
- Optimized manufacturing processes by implementing continuous improvement initiatives and lean methodologies in an automated projection TV bulb process.
- Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose.
Process Engineer
Beverage Air Corporation
02.2002 - 04.2005
- Spearheaded adoption of Lean manufacturing principles, driving waste reduction and improving operational efficiency.
Senior Equipment Engineer
KEMET Electronics Corporation
07.1992 - 12.2001
- Managed capital projects for the installation of new equipment or modifications to existing systems, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
Process Engineer
Pirelli Cable Corporation
08.1990 - 07.1992
- Provided technical assistance to wire drawing production team when issues arose.
Armor Officer
U.S. Army
11.1986 - 08.1990
- Achieved mission success by effectively utilizing available resources and manpower in accordance with established priorities.
- Army Commendation Medal
- Two Army Achievement Medals
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
U.S Military Academy
West Point, NY05-1986
Skills
- Data analysis
- Process development
- Team collaboration
- TPM
- Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement
- Project management
Timeline
Process Engineer
AFL Telecommunications
10.2014 - 03.2025
Process Engineer
Emitec Corporation
04.2006 - 10.2014
Process Engineer
Hitachi, Ltd.
04.2005 - 11.2005
Process Engineer
Beverage Air Corporation
02.2002 - 04.2005
Senior Equipment Engineer
KEMET Electronics Corporation
07.1992 - 12.2001
Process Engineer
Pirelli Cable Corporation
08.1990 - 07.1992
Armor Officer
U.S. Army
11.1986 - 08.1990
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
U.S Military Academy
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