Welcome to Brazen Careerist!

About Me

I'm an Industrial Engineer focused on Human Factors and Human Computer interaction. I am fascinated by how people work through an interface or problem, and how to develop said interface for maximum user friendliness.

As a very recent graduate, I'm also looking for work.

Meanwhile I'm also acting as a good car detailer. I'm not talking your 50-100 dollar wash and buff at the octopus car wash either.

Work History

• University of Wisconsin - Madison
• Researcher
• January 2009 to August 2009

• • Developed and executed a research study to quantify the dynamics of user trust in websites
  • Developed parameters for a custom program in C#, integrating timelines and specifications to get consistent data from research participants
  • Worked as part of a diverse research team to develop proposals justifying our research to an Independent Review Board and our Faculty Advisor

• HNI/Allsteel Office
• RCI/Safety Engineering Intern
• June 2008 to August 2008

• • Led a multidisciplinary team in implementing changes that affected quality, production speed, and ergonomics
  • Determined ergonomic risk factors and implemented countermeasures for their root causes
  • Audited the BOM system for a product line, saving over $19,000 annually
  • Edited logic tables to reduce special orders lead time by a week
  • Trained incoming members every week, covering ergonomics and safety

• Honda of America Manufacturing
• Safety Co-op
• January 2007 to May 2007

• • Determined ergonomic risk factors and identified countermeasures for their root causes
  • Completed interdepartmental projects, including identification and resolution of quality issues that had resulted in ergonomic risks
  • Presented problems and detailed plan of action to management, using statistical analysis
  • Created dynamically-linked Excel database for injury risk assessments
  • Developed process standards to reduce ergonomic risks and wasted time in processes

• Uber Detail (Self)
• Detailer
• January 2002 to September 2009

• • Detailed cars in various conditions, worked with customers, decided on levels of inventory and pricing depending on demand and customer load
  • Developed a dedicated client base through negotiation and networking within the Madison-area car community
  • Designed layouts and general graphic design work for various clients
  • Tutored people of various ages in AutoCAD, basic computer usage, and personal network setup

Education

• University of Wisconsin - Madison
• MS Industrial and Systems Engineering, Operations in Health Care, Human Computer Interaction
• 2008 - 2009

• Developed research studies and developed specifications to gather data.

  Final GPA: 3.46

• University of Wisconsin - Madison
• BS Industrial and Systems Engineering, Human Factors, Operations, Organization Design
• 2003 - 2008