Nick Campbell completed a co-op with Midmark as a Medical Operations intern. During the co-op, he worked on projects like redesigning assembly lines to save time and space, resolving a safety incident, and participating in a Kaizen event. Through the experience, he gained communication, manufacturing, and problem-solving skills. His goals are to continue his education, gain more engineering experience through co-ops, and obtain a mechanical engineering position after graduation.

1. Nick Campbell
Medical Operations
Spring 2016
Manager:
Scott Denman / Eric Harshbarger
Mentor:
Brad Beyke
Co-op Final Presentation

2. Background
 Education
 Graduate of Versailles High School
 Pursuing Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering at Wright State
University (Currently at Lake Campus)
 Graduation Date: May 2018
 Previous Work Experience
 Emerson Climate Technologies
 Crown Lift Equipment

3. Agenda
 Co-Op Expectations
 Projects
 Midmark Experience
 Future Goals
 What I Gained
 Conclusion
 Questions

4. Co-op Expectations
 Work in a friendly yet focused environment
 Learn the day to day functions of an engineer at Midmark and further
my knowledge in the field
 Be committed to my work and contribute in an impactful way
 Have the opportunity to work from different angles on projects
 Learn as much as possible

5. Projects
 Generating Future UPT Line Format and Sequence
 Near Miss Resolution
 630 Foot and Back Assembly Cart Project
 Kaizen Event
 Other Small Projects

6. Power Line > Hi-Low & UPT
Lines
Current Power Line
Future Power Lines
UPT/SCP Line & Hi-Low Line

7. Generating Future UPT Line Format and
Sequence
 Collected cycle times on current seven station across all UPT and SCP models
 Developed cycle times per station based on the current build mix to compress UPT
tables from a seven station build to a three station build
 Balanced and combined work sequence to meet identified target times
 Finalized new work instruction in Winsequence
 Change request #C3813

8. Resolved Near Miss Incident
 Modified a current part basket design to replace unfit wood part
basket
 This project was completed after a wood basket broke while being
handled
 Purchasing > Processing > Weld > Finished Product

9. 630 Assembly Cart Project
 Eliminated the use of the large assembly cart used to attach the foot and
back sections to a 630 unit
 Able to eliminate cart by developing a hoisting method and new work
sequence
 New sequence will create much needed space on the new UPT Line and
will allow for a faster assembly time

10. 630 Assembly Cart Project
Run base down
Receive components
Assemble back and foot to seat
Link actuator using brace Hoist entire assembly Secure assembly to scissor top
Future Sequence:

11. Spring Kaizen Event
 Kaizen Event on April 20th and 21st
 Casework Line, Station 2
 Theme: Save 600 seconds of fluctuation through three stations on the
Casework line
 Outcome: Saved just over 200 seconds of fluctuation
 Implemented 4 Kaizens
• Tool accessibility
• Tool interference/disruptance
• Reducing Red Zone Work

12. Other Small Projects
Nutsert Testing
Construction of New Line Components
Battery Exchange Cart Waterspider Battery Charging Station
Battery Tray/Holder
New Station Development

13. Midmark Experience
Positives
 Work environment
 Co-op trust and reliance
 Interaction between
manager and mentor
 Introduction to the
company and the
department functions
 Hands on experiences
Improvements
 Increase work experience
to include Creo
 More involvement with
work groups outside
current department

14. Future Goals
 Continue to attend school at Wright State
 Co-op as much as possible based on school schedule
 Continue to further my engineering skills and knowledge in the
classroom as well as gaining real work experience through co-op
opportunities
 Graduate from Wright State in May of 2018
 Obtain a position in Mechanical Engineering at a place where I can
further my learning as well as make a contribution within a company
that impacts society

15. What I Gained
 Furthered communication skills
• Conversed with team leaders and line teammates daily
• Created connections among teammates at all plants to assist in completing
projects
 Knowledge of manufacturing methods
• Emphasis on efficiency and ergonomics
• Documentation protocols and requirements
 Learning by doing is best
• Making mistakes leads to more impactful learning
 Don’t underestimate the power of asking questions
• Understand purposes of projects fully
• Become as well-rounded as possible in all business efforts
• Be adaptable

16. Conclusion
Special thanks to:
Brad Beyke
Scott Denman and Eric Harshbarger
Entire Medical Ops team
Brent Pepple and Andy Knapke
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17. Questions???