Kurt Smythe
About Kurt Smythe
Kurt Smythe is a Field Engineer with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from South Dakota State University. He has held various engineering roles at companies such as Abbott, UPS, and Bobcat Company, and has been with Packsize since 2021.
Work at Packsize
Kurt Smythe currently serves as a Field Engineer at Packsize, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for providing technical support and solutions to clients, ensuring the effective implementation of packaging systems. Prior to this position, he worked at Packsize as a Field Service Engineer from 2017 to 2019, where he focused on maintaining and optimizing equipment performance for customers in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area.
Education and Expertise
Kurt Smythe earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from South Dakota State University, completing his studies from 2012 to 2016. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in engineering principles, which he applies in his current role as a Field Engineer. His expertise includes mechanical systems, problem-solving, and technical support.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Packsize, Kurt Smythe worked at Abbott as a Manufacturing Engineer II from 2019 to 2021. In this capacity, he contributed to manufacturing processes and efficiency improvements. Earlier in his career, he served as a Shift Supervisor at UPS in Eagan, MN, from 2010 to 2011, and as a Test Engineer at Bobcat Company for seven months in 2014, where he focused on product testing and evaluation.
Career Progression
Kurt Smythe's career has progressed through various engineering roles, showcasing his versatility and adaptability in the field. Starting as a Test Engineer at Bobcat Company, he transitioned to a supervisory role at UPS, followed by a position as a Field Service Engineer at Packsize. His experience at Abbott as a Manufacturing Engineer II further solidified his skills in engineering and manufacturing processes, leading to his current role as a Field Engineer.