Matthew C.

Experience

• Senior Mechanical Engineer Placon · Full-time Aug 2021 – Present 4 yrs 4 mos Madison, WI, United States Worked with internal teams and outside contractors to install a used Polypropylene extruder. Designed and assembled custom guarding and blender hopper to meet our safety and production capability goals.
  Acting LASER Safety Officer
  Lead relocation and installation of 7+ thermoforming machines, CNC LASER cutter, CNC mill, and ancillary equipment.
  Mechanical Lead for opening Wilson, NC plant purchased in 2021.
  Travel to Germany for machine Final Acceptance Test.
  Collaborate with cross-functional teams (riggers, plumbers, electricians, techs) to design and implement
  machine modifications and safety upgrades.
  Designed custom tool carts for multiple machine platforms to reduce change-over time and increase
  operator safety.
  Develop laser safety protocols for Class 4 LASERs at Madison and Plymouth facilities and conduct risk
  assessments to ensure compliance.
• Mechanical Desgin Engineer Cardinal Glass Automation Group · Full-time Jun 2018 – Aug 2025 7 yrs 2 mos Spring Green, WI, United States Designed, developed, and commissioned automation machines for glass production. Machine frame and weldment parts creation, sheet metal guarding, machined aluminum parts, linear actuator design,
  VFD/gearbox sizing, and pneumatic sizing. (LG Auto Trim, Shaft Press, Robot Stacker, Seaming Lines)
  Performed machine guarding risk assessments, reducing hazards through engineered controls.