Chris Kay

Chris Kay has a diverse work experience spanning from 2007 to 2019. Chris began their career at Blount International, Inc., where they served as a Manufacturing Engineer, managing numerous production equipment and processes to optimize capacity and efficiency. Chris also implemented new equipment and technology projects, while identifying and resolving production quality issues. Chris then transitioned into the role of Machine Design Engineer, specializing in custom equipment solutions that incorporated servo motion, machine vision, and robotic technologies. During this time, they collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve automation project goals.

In 2016, Chris joined Tosoh Quartz as a Product Engineer, where they contributed to the development and improvement of their products.

From 2017 to 2019, Chris worked at Outside Van as a Production Engineer. In this role, they played a pivotal role in establishing and growing the engineering department. Chris designed interior and exterior components, assemblies, and accessories for custom van conversions, ensuring they met cost, time, resource, and manufacturing parameters. Chris also participated in talent acquisition, interviewing and evaluating potential team members.

Most recently, Chris has been employed at Zepher Inc since 2019 as an Advanced Programs Project Manager. Details regarding their responsibilities and accomplishments in this position are not provided.

Chris Kay attended Oregon State University from 2001 to 2006, where they pursued a Master of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering.