Nathan Raath
Engineering Manager @ Alpha Machining
- Role
- Engineering Manager at Alpha Machining
- Location
- Duncan, SC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Nathan Raath
Driven by a passion for solving complex challenges at the intersection of business and engineering, I combine business management acumen and technical engineering to deliver innovative, efficient solutions. My education has provided me with a robust foundation in business strategy, project management, and human resources, paired with a strong grasp of engineering technologies. I’ve applied this knowledge through hands-on roles, including process research and development at Southern Cast Products and manufacturing process improvements at Boysen Gruppe and Alpha Machining. In every project, I bring a meticulous attention to detail, a creative approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to improving efficiency and sustainability.
Experience
Engineering Manager
Jan 2026 — Present · Spartanburg, SC, US
Responsible for CNC manufacturing operations including production planning, CAM programming, engineering support, robotic automation, and continuous improvement. • Reorganised tools, inserts and machining bits and implemented redundant stocking (three per critical tool), reducing tool search time by 90% and lowering repeat-order tooling costs by $50 • Designed and deployed custom shadow boards across machining centers, eliminating inconsistent storage and improving operator workflow and shop-floor accountability. • Re-engineered job release for material ordering, CAM approval, machining and shipping process, reducing machine idle time and improving customer delivery lead times. • Developed scheduled maintenance procedures and tracking, shifting operations from reactive repairs to planned upkeep and reducing unplanned downtime.
Education
Grey College
High School Diploma
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science, Engineering Technology, General - ATMAE accredited
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science, Business, Management, Marketing & HR - AACSB accredited
Stellenbosch Business School
Certificate, Project Management
Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth
Masters, Engineering Management
2024
Dartmouth College
Master of Engineering, Management
2024
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