Thomas Prendergast
About Thomas Prendergast
Thomas Prendergast is a Supplier Quality Technician at Plexus Corp. with a background in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and experience in leadership and quality assurance roles.
Work at Plexus
Thomas Prendergast has been employed at Plexus Corp. as a Supplier Quality Technician since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring the quality of materials supplied to the company. His position involves regular communication with suppliers and the presentation of materials and progress reports, which has contributed to his development of strong presentation skills.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Prendergast earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he studied from 2013 to 2017. His academic background has provided him with a solid foundation in engineering principles, particularly in fluid dynamics and robotics, which are areas of strong interest for him.
Professional Background
Before joining Plexus, Thomas Prendergast worked as a Contract Engineer at Caterpillar for 11 months in 2017-2018. He also gained experience as a Consultant Intern at Hospira in 2015 for three months. Earlier in his career, he worked as a Team Member at Six Flags in 2014 for three months. These roles have contributed to his skills in management, quality assurance, and technical software such as Solidworks.
Leadership and Training Experience
In his professional roles, Thomas Prendergast has taken on leadership and training responsibilities within team settings. His ability to lead and mentor others has been demonstrated through various projects and initiatives, enhancing team collaboration and performance.
Creative Interests
Outside of his professional work, Thomas Prendergast engages in creative projects, including comic art and carpentry. These activities reflect his diverse interests and provide a balance to his engineering-focused career.