Kendal Harmon
Warrensburg
Summary
Highly effective and goal-oriented Industrial Engineer with a strong foundation in process improvement, quality, and safety systems. Holds a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene. Hands-on experience with inspections, equipment operation, preventative maintenance, and data-driven problem solving. Motivated to support safe, efficient, and compliant industrial operations through continuous improvement and risk reduction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
College Football Player
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg
08.2024 - Current
- Balanced a 20+ hour/week training and competition schedule while pursuing a degree.
- Applied discipline, time management, and problem-solving skills in high pressured moments.
- Followed safety protocols while participating in activities related to football.
- Mentored younger athletes, helping develop and improve skills.
- Collaborated within the team to execute strategies and meet performance goals and wins.
- Demonstrated reliability, accountability, and adherence to structured procedures.
Lumber Inspector
New World Forest Products
Crowley
10.2019 - 07.2020
- Used measurement tools (calipers, tape measure, moisture meter) to collect inspection data.
- Recorded inspection results for quality control, traceability, and process improvement efforts.
- Followed safety and quality procedures while working around industrial and material-handling equipment.
- Identified, tagged, and documented nonconforming material for corrective action.
- Performed visual and dimensional inspections to verify lumber met quality specifications.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO12-2027
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA05.2024
High School Diploma -
Crowley High School
Crowley, LA05.2020
Skills
- Soldering
- CNC machining
- Microsoft Office
- MATLAB
- Project management
- Analytics
- Customer relations
- Verbal and written communication
- Manufacturing processes
- Quality control
- Inspection techniques
- Process improvement
- Equipment operations
- Preventive maintenance
Projects
Hydraulic Steering System - Fall 2022
- Designed and analyzed a hydraulic steering system using engineering principles and component sizing calculations.
- Performed pressure, flow rate, and system efficiency calculations to ensure performance and safety.
- Selected hydraulic components based on specifications, constraints, and reliability.
- Created detailed AutoCAD drawings and schematics for system layout and assembly.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to troubleshoot design issues and deliver a final technical presentation.
Cleat Dryer Design - Spring 2024
- Designed a low-power equipment dryer consuming 3.3 watts and operating below 41 dB.
- Implemented humidity monitoring using a DHT11 sensor with LED indicators for moisture levels.
- Integrated 120mm multi-speed fan delivering up to 95.8 CFM airflow (700-2800 RPM range).
- Applied basic electronics, soldering, and embedded system concepts to improve user safety and health outcomes.
- Reduced moisture-related injuries and infections through consistent controlled drying.
Awards
- Full-Ride Football Scholarship, University of Central Missouri, Fall 2024-Current
- Full-Ride Football Scholarship, Northwestern State University, Fall 2020- Spring 2024
- Lions Club Scholarship, Fall 2020
Activities
- College Football Player
Timeline
College Football Player
University of Central Missouri
08.2024 - Current
Lumber Inspector
New World Forest Products
10.2019 - 07.2020
Master of Science - Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene
University of Central Missouri
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
High School Diploma -
Crowley High School