Katelyn
Summary
Product designer and quality assurance specialist with hands-on experience in medical device manufacturing and outdoor recreation infrastructure. My passion for making, building, and inventing drives me to create functional solutions that merge technical precision with creative vision. Through my work in both design and quality assurance, I bring a unique perspective that balances innovation with regulatory compliance. I find the greatest satisfaction in creating physical products that not only meet technical specifications but also bring value and joy to end users.
Education
Utah State University, Logan, UT
- Bachelor of Science in Product Design and Development (Development emphasis)
- Graduation: Spring 2026
- GPA: 3.81
- Matriculation accepted in freshman year due to exceptional product prototype demonstration
- Heavy emphasis on 3D and CAD related design, and virtualization
Jordan High School, Sandy, UT
- Graduated May, 2022
Professional Experience
Parks and Recreation Trails Crew Member
Sandy City · Seasonal | May 2025 – Aug 2025
- Maintained and constructed multi-use trail systems serving diverse recreational users including hikers, bikers, and equestrians
- Operated specialized outdoor maintenance equipment and hand tools for trail building and repair projects
- Applied knowledge of outdoor user needs and equipment durability through hands-on trail infrastructure work
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently while maintaining safety protocols in outdoor environments
- Gained direct understanding of how outdoor recreation products perform in real-world conditions through daily field experience
- Interacted with trail users to provide information and gather feedback on trail conditions and user experience
Spectrum Plastics – Quality Assurance Intern
April 2024 – August 2024
- Assisted in identifying and managing controlled documentation to ensure compliance with operational, corporate, and regulatory requirements
- Supported effective record management by organizing and maintaining documents and records
- Coordinated scheduling of formal document reviews, set up meetings, and tracked review progress
- Maintained file systems by organizing and updating document revisions and external documents
- Drafted communications regarding changes to document control procedures under supervision
- Performed scanning and data entry of material certifications and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
- Supported Customer and Regulatory audits by preparing documentation and audit materials
- Prepared work orders by ensuring all required documentation was attached
- Responsible for reading blueprints, data, manuals, and other technical materials
- Maintained data files, training records, and competency records
- Participated in continuous improvement projects as directed by supervisors
- Identified and facilitated necessary measures of the Quality Management System
Spectrum Plastics – Work Order Coordinator
2022 – 2023
- Organized and managed work orders for multiple extrusion lines
- Gathered purchase orders from customers and compiled necessary documentation including technical drawings and specification sheets
- Assisted with the generation of Bills of Materials (BOMs) for production planning
- Created detailed work orders and coordinated with scheduling department to optimize production flow
Spectrum Plastics – Extrusion Intern
2021 – 2022
- Played key role on extrusion floor and learned valuable skills for product development and production
- Worked with Tyler Bills on Earth line learning how to produce medical grade tubing
- Performed quality assurance checks and identified faulty tubing to be removed before clean room verification
- Set up machines to reduce minimum number of faulty products
- Worked with maintenance team to ensure machines were operational at the start of day to increase productivity and product quality
Skills & Qualifications
Technical Skills
- Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop
- SolidWorks
- ISO Standard Documentation
- Chitubox 32
- Rhino
- 3D Printing/CAD
Soft Skills
- Communication
- Self-Motivation
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Strong Work Ethic
- Team Collaboration
Certifications & Achievements
- SolidWorks Certified
- Multiple USU Scholarships
- Dean’s List Fall 2022
- 3.81 GPA (A-) active USU
Community Involvement & Additional Experience
- Volunteered at Primary Children’s Hospital assisting Merle Hendricksen with donation management, including organizing inventory and coordinating distribution to various hospital departments
- Developed strong customer service and operational management skills through multiple years in food service industry
- Built effective communication skills working with diverse stakeholders including clients, vendors, and customers to ensure successful outcomes
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to fast-paced environments while maintaining attention to detail and quality standards
