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

  1. Engineering Manager

    Alpha Machining

    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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