Ashley Dease Vincent
About Ashley Dease Vincent
Ashley Dease Vincent is a Tooling Development Engineer at Berry Global, Inc. in Norwich, England, with over 12 years of experience in research and development, focusing on tooling from concept to production.
Work at Berry Global
Ashley Dease Vincent has been employed at Berry Global, Inc. as a Tooling Development Engineer since 2012. With over 12 years of experience in this role, Ashley has contributed significantly to the research and development department. The focus has been on taking new projects from initial concepts through to full production tooling. This role involves extensive collaboration with various teams to ensure that tooling meets the necessary specifications and quality standards.
Education and Expertise
Ashley studied Mechanical Engineering at City College Norwich from 2004 to 2006, where she achieved a Higher National Certificate (HNC). In addition to her formal education, she completed a four-year apprenticeship as a Toolmaker, which provided her with extensive experience in machining duties and tool servicing. Ashley has also completed PTIC level 3 training as a Moulding Technician, along with courses in Process Troubleshooting and Advanced Process Technology, enhancing her technical skills in the field.
Background in Tooling Development
With eight years of experience in research and development, Ashley has specialized in in-house prototyping parts and tooling. Her work contributes to the advancement of new technologies within Berry Global. She has undertaken numerous polymer appreciation and science courses to deepen her understanding of materials and processes, which supports her role in tooling development.
Hobbies and Personal Interests
Ashley enjoys working on scale models as a hobby, which reflects her attention to detail and technical skills. Additionally, she has a passion for mountain biking and running, having completed several Ultramarathons. These activities demonstrate her commitment to personal fitness and endurance, complementing her professional focus on engineering and tooling.