Marvin Atherton
About Marvin Atherton
Marvin Atherton is a Document Control Supervisor at Scientific Games, where he has worked since 2009. He has extensive experience in managing engineering documentation and change control processes, previously holding positions at Prime Technological Services and Bausch & Lomb.
Current Role at Scientific Games
Marvin Atherton serves as the Document Control Supervisor at Scientific Games, a position he has held since 2009. Based in Alpharetta, GA, he manages the documentation processes for the lottery hardware engineering team. His responsibilities include overseeing change control processes and distributing engineering changes to contract manufacturers worldwide. Atherton plays a crucial role in ensuring that engineering documentation is accurate and up-to-date, facilitating effective communication between engineering teams and external partners.
Previous Experience at Prime Technological Services
Prior to his current role, Marvin Atherton worked at Prime Technological Services as the Documentation Manager from 1999 to 2008. During his nine years in Suwanee, GA, he was responsible for managing documentation processes and ensuring compliance with industry standards. His experience in this role laid the foundation for his expertise in document control and change management, which he applies in his current position.
Engineering Support at Bausch & Lomb
Marvin Atherton also has experience in engineering support from his time at Bausch & Lomb, Oral Care Division, where he worked as Engineering Design Support from 1990 to 1995. His role involved assisting engineering teams with design documentation and technical support, contributing to the development of products in the oral care sector. This experience enhanced his skills in managing engineering documentation and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Educational Background in Drafting and Design
Marvin Atherton studied at Mountain View Junior College, where he earned an Associate's degree in Drafting and Design from 1974 to 1977. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in technical drawing and design principles, which he utilizes in his current role. Additionally, he completed his high school education at W.H. Adamson, obtaining a High School Diploma from 1971 to 1974.
Technical Skills and Software Proficiency
Marvin Atherton possesses extensive technical skills in managing engineering documentation. He is proficient in using Oracle Agile PLM software to handle change control processes and documentation tasks. His expertise includes working with Pro-E, Solidworks, AutoCAD for mechanical and electrical part documents, and PADS gerbers. These skills enable him to effectively support mechanical, electrical, and software engineers in their documentation needs.