Steven Reid
About Steven Reid
Steven Reid is a Product Line Manager at Ducommun Incorporated, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in Mechanical Engineering and has held various roles in manufacturing and operations, primarily at Precision Castparts.
Current Role at Ducommun Incorporated
Steven Reid serves as the Product Line Manager at Ducommun Incorporated, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he leads in-sourcing and out-sourcing projects aimed at enhancing the company's global competitiveness. His responsibilities include coordinating manufacturing processes to align with plant forecasts and budget objectives, as well as providing direction on manufacturing process enhancements.
Previous Experience at Precision Castparts
Prior to his current role, Steven Reid worked at Precision Castparts in various capacities. He served as a Production Supervisor from 2018 to 2019, a Manufacturing Manager from 2019 to 2020, and held positions as a Continuous Improvement Engineer, Quality Engineer, Tool Room Supervisor, and Production Scheduler. His tenure at Precision Castparts spanned multiple roles, allowing him to gain extensive experience in manufacturing and operations management.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Steven Reid studied Mechanical Engineering at California State University, Long Beach, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 2009 to 2014. His education provided him with a solid foundation in engineering principles, which he has applied throughout his career in various engineering and management roles.
Experience in Operations Management
In addition to his work at Ducommun and Precision Castparts, Steven Reid has experience as an Operations Manager at Avcorp Industries for six months in 2020. His role involved overseeing operations and contributing to process improvements, further enhancing his expertise in managing manufacturing processes.
Internship Experience
Steven Reid gained early experience through internships, including a Packaging R&D Intern position at The Clorox Company in 2013 and an Engineering Intern role at the City of Long Beach Gas & Oil Department from 2013 to 2014. These internships allowed him to apply his academic knowledge in practical settings and develop skills relevant to his future career.