Natasha Herting

I am an Industrial and Systems Engineering student with co-op experience and a strong interest in Waste Reduction and Lean Manufacturing. From Beaufort, NC, I am a lover of the outdoors with a passion for kayaking and training/competing in duathlons/triathlons. Acting as the Sustainability Coordinator for the University Affairs Committee, I am an Engineering Student Government Senior Senator working hard in writing the Campus Sustainability Improvement Act. I was recently hired for the Graduate Internship position by NCSU's Utilities Infrastructure Department to calculate the campus' Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory. This has fueled my interest in creating the Campus Sustainability Action Plan.

Employer:	Various
Position:	Voluntary Work
Description:	■ Via Engineers Without Borders, helped design and engineer a water purification system for Bolivian community and wind-solar hybrid energy project in Sierra Leone. As PR committee head, organized fundraisers and donation information packets for large local companies to help fund the project. ■ Packaged food for Stop Hunger Now on multiple weekends while recruited other students to join. ■ Tutored elementary and middle school students in Math through Engineers Without Borders and Institute of Industrial Engineers. ■ Participated in Service Raleigh, planting trees throughout the Raleigh Community. ■ As president of the Interact Club, contacted large corporations that generously gave large amounts of supplies for Hurricane Floyd victims. Appeared on a local news station advertising club’s Hurricane Relief Effort, promoting volunteers and donations, aiding over 400 hurricane victims.

Employer:	NCSU Utilities Infrastructure
Position:	Green House Gas Emissions Inventory Graduate Internship
Time period:	February 2009 - April 2009
Description:	■ Gathered energy and refrigerant data to calculate emissions and determine trends in NCSU’s usage, helping provide a basis for the University-wide GHG reduction goal. ■ Researching and developing ideas to create better facilities and operations designs for the Climate Action Plan.

Employer:	Brunswick Corporation, US Marine Boat Division
Position:	Engineering Intern
Time period:	May 2008 - July 2008
Description:	■ Created Corrective Action System to facilitate effective communication between production areas and engineering department in response to repetitive manufacturing issues. ■ Instrumental in introduction of lean methodologies to facility by performing time studies and simulating manufacturing processes in order to formulate and implement procedures that reduced waste and increased efficiency with an estimated annual savings >$100,000.00. ■ Received formal lean training certification and participated in lean cell launches. ■ Organized Kaizen workshops. Implemented 5S Systems, organizing work environments, production floor layouts, and system flow. ■ Implemented and aided the creation of pull systems to reduce waste.

Employer:	Edward P. Fitts Dept of Industrial & Systems Engineering
Position:	Automation & Manufacturing Labs Assistant
Time period:	May 2007 - April 2008
Description:	■ Designed lab signs and created user manuals for lab equipment. ■ Responsible for organizing and maintaining automation and production labs. ■ Promoted sustainable practices by encouraging the reuse of parts and materials whenever possible.

Employer:	Beaufort Composite Technologies
Position:	Technician, Engineering Assistant, and Web Designer
Time period:	December 2006 - January 2007
Description:	■ Attained knowledge in the manufacturing, wiring, and programming of BCT’s heated proprietary composite molds and press. ■ Assisted in programming of CNC 5-axis router and performed part lamination. ■ Aided in the training of employees and created employee handbooks. ■ Developed website: www.composites.com.

Employer:	Auton CAM Software (Now Esprit)
Position:	Intern in Florence, Italy
Time period:	August 2006 - October 2006
Description:	■ Assisted in post-processing and machine configuration jobs. ■ Worked closely with senior engineers importing CAD models from Rhinoceros to Auton CAM and developing maximum machine utilization toolpaths for parts and molds in AutonPost. ■ Maximized manufacturing efficiency by securing the proper tool path and eliminating collisions by means of simulation. ■ Worked with the software developers to suggest possible improvements and prevent program malfunctions.

Employer:	NC State Campus Recreation Department
Position:	Marketing Agent; Outdoor Adventures Guide
Time period:	February 2004 - October 2006
Description:	Marketing Agent;(Fall and Spring 2004-2006) Outdoor Adventures Guide;(Spring 2006) ■ As the media specialist for the Marketing Program responsibilities included: videography/ photography, Campus Rec website, creating flyers, brochures, and organizing special events. ■ Guided camping, canoeing, and kayaking trips for NCSU students and faculty.

University:	North Carolina State University
Time period:	2009
Degree:	Industrial and Systems Engineering

Memberships:

NCSU Society Economy Environment: 2009 Student Government Senior Senator: 2008, 2009 University Affairs Committee Sustainability Coordinator: 2008, 2009 Systems Manufacturing Engineers Secretary: 2007, Vice President: 2008 Engineers Without Borders PR Committee Head: 2005-2007 Study Abroad Participant – Florence, Italy: Fall 2006 Engineering Ambassador Nominee: 2006 Deans List: Spring 2006, Honor Roll: Fall 2004, 2005, and 2006 NCSU Rowing Team: 2004, 2005, 2006 NCSU Campus Recreation Delegate: 2005, 2006, Outdoor Club: 2005, 2006, 2007 Intramural Soccer: Fall 2005, Fall 2007, Intramural Softball: Spring 2008 Wolfpack Club: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008