Joshua Paul-Elliot Jonasson
Lynchburg
Summary
Recent Mechanical Engineering Technology graduate with a strong academic background (GPA 3.81), and hands-on experience in product design and manufacturing processes. Proficient in applying principles of CAD design, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and GD&T to real-world engineering problems. Successful Operations Manager with a proven track record at Northern Tool + Equipment, spearheading initiatives and team collaboration, positioning the store among the top 15 stores based on key performance metrics company-wide. Eager and committed to contributing as a mechanical engineer in a forward-thinking, technically challenging environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Northern Tool + Equipment
Lynchburg
05.2016 - Current
- Led and coached staff to consistently exceed sales and performance metrics.
- Oversaw daily retail operations, enhancing store efficiency and inventory management.
- Managed parts and service center for effective diagnosis and repair of small-engine equipment.
- Diagnosed and repaired small-engine equipment following manufacture guidelines.
- Facilitated communication and team collaboration to maintain high levels of productivity between departments.
- Implemented inventory management systems to optimize stock control processes.
- Streamlined workflows to resolve operational issues and boost productivity.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing escalations and ensuring positive experiences.
- Ensured efficient workflow in retail store operations, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05.2025
Skills
- Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD
- MATLAB
- GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
- Mechanical design
- Equipment maintenance
- Technical troubleshooting
- Customer service
- Data analysis
- Project management
- Team collaboration
Projects
Capstone Project – Optimization of a Multi-Head Swaging Tool, Old Dominion University, Super Radiator Coils, Richmond, VA, Collaborated with a team of 5 students to improve a manual swaging process by designing a multi-head swaging tool with enhanced ergonomics., Designed a prototype tool holding apparatus using AutoCAD and performed stress analysis using Inventor Simulation., Successfully developed and delivered a working prototype that improved operator efficiency and comfort.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Operations Manager
Northern Tool + Equipment
05.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Old Dominion University
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