James Merrill
Designer/Technician/Photographer
Biography
James Merrill
Degree: Associates of Applied Science In Electronics and Computer Technology.
Location: Green Bay, WI 54313
Who am I?
My name is James. I am 3 years married and I'm a father of 5 handsome boys, Jace (11), Davin (8), Easton (5), Micah (2), and our newborn, Noah. My beautiful wifes name is Amanda and we treat every day like a new opportunity. We live in the Green bay/Howard area. We love the outdoors and look forward to days of playing in the park and swimming/fishing.
Education
I currently have an Associates of Applied Science degree from DeVry University with a major in Electronics and Computer Technology. I graduated in 2001 with a 3.5 GPA. I also hold minors in Computer Information Systems and Graphic Design. I spent 6 years doing contract work designing logos and doing general web design, brochures, and custom apparel. You can visit my Portfolio Page for examples of my design work. I also have knowledge in Computer building and repair and software design and troubleshooting.
2010 - present
Experience
After graduating college, I sent 3 years moving throughout the country. I spent my first 4 months in Eau Claire, WI where I worked as the Lead installer for Eau Claire Business interiors. I enjoyed my work and the area very much but felt compelled to continue my search for that perfect job.
After Eau Claire, I moved to Ellensburg, WA for 6 months. There I found several jobs working both from home and doing contract work to keep my hands dirty. I did Graphic Design work from home for most of the week and also built homes in the valley for Reitzinger Enterprises, a general contractor in the area. I love the design aspect as well as working with my hands to see the finish product.
After my fill of the rainy state of WA, I moved back home to Oshkosh, WI for 1 year, where I continued my Graphics/Web Design work and also work as the Stock/Music Manager at Basic Book Store. I loved the area but was looking for more of a technology role.
With that in mind, I moved to Sheboygan for 1 year to continue doing my Design work. I also collaborated with a friend and partner and together designed a real estate access program to make it easier for agents to keep track of the local real estate. But before the finished product could be released, I was called back to my hometown of Menominee, MI for a job opportunity.
After making the move back home to Menominee, MI, I started a job as a Bending Set Up/Operator at a local industrial parts plant. After being an Operator for 1 year, I took a position as a Bending Team Leader, Overseeing 10 machines and 6 employees. I was a Team Leader until 2008, when I took a position as Automatic Technician. In that position I was responsible for 3 automated assembly machines and 2 robotic assembly machines along with 3 employees. I was 1 of 4 people to design and implement 2 robotic assembly machines. I also have 8+ years of experience as a PowerUser using the SAP ERP program.
I am currently holding a position as an Electrical Engineer at a local food plant, Winona Foods. We process and package cheese for the food and restaurant industry. I continue to do Graphic Design work in my spare time at home along with some Web Design work.
2010 - present
hobbies
In my spare time I enjoy several Hobbies. Being outdoors and fishing/swimming are probably my 2 favorite. I also love Photography and capturing the beauty of nature. I am a GoPro enthusiest and love to use them whenever possible. I also love working with computers and also love just about anything computers. I build custom high end computers for family and friends. I am a kid at heart and often find myself along side the boys playing games and building legos.