John Meyers
About John Meyers
John Meyers is an Application Engineer with extensive experience in engineering roles across various companies. He has worked at Kennametal since 2021 and has a strong educational background in Machine Tool Technology and Manufacturing Engineering.
Current Role as Application Engineer
John Meyers currently serves as an Application Engineer at Kennametal, a position he has held since 2021. He works in York, Pennsylvania, where he is responsible for conducting tooling and application testing to meet customer needs and support business objectives. His role involves active collaboration with internal teams, including Product Marketing, Manufacturing, and Technology, ensuring effective information sharing and alignment of goals.
Previous Experience at Kennametal
Before his current role, John Meyers worked at Kennametal as an Emerge Program Associate-Commercial from 2019 to 2021. During this two-year tenure in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, he focused on promoting E-Commerce and innovative revenue streams, aligning with customer buying habits. His experience at Kennametal has contributed to his understanding of the industry and customer engagement.
Educational Background in Engineering
John Meyers studied at Pennsylvania College of Technology, where he earned an Associate's degree in Machine Tool Technology/Machinist from 2011 to 2015. He furthered his education at the same institution, obtaining a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician, also from 2011 to 2015. This educational foundation has equipped him with essential skills for his engineering roles.
Career Progression and Previous Roles
John Meyers has a diverse work history in engineering and production roles. He began his career as a Summer Intern at Victaulic in 2014, followed by a year as an Application Engineer at Allied Machine & Engineering from 2015 to 2016. He then worked as a Manufacturing Engineer and Production Supervisor at MSI Inc. from 2016 to 2018. This varied experience has contributed to his expertise in application engineering.
Collaboration and Reporting Responsibilities
In his current role, John Meyers actively collaborates with various internal teams to ensure alignment on business objectives. He prepares and presents progress, status, and forecasting reports for his assigned areas of responsibility. His ability to maintain expert knowledge on industry trends and training opportunities supports sales growth and enhances customer engagement.