Kathryn Forbes, Associate Technical Designer in Minnetonka, MN

About

My name is Kathryn Forbes and I am currently an associate technical designer at Target corporation. My main responsibilities include Product evaluation, cost engineering materials, competitive research, and product development for Boots and Barkley pet products.

I'm a graduate from Philadelphia University, earning me a Bachelor of science degree in industrial design.

Education

Bachelor of Science Industrial Design

PHILADELPHIA UNIVERSITY

2010

Experience

Associate Technical Designer

Target Corporation

Minneapolis, MN

-Responsible for Target Brand 'Boots and Barkley' pets product technical development. -Worked with cross functional team and vendors to ensure best in class product quality and end user experience. -Traveled throughout China to evaluate factory production, capabilities, cost analysis and increase productivity. - Partnered with design team to establish fit and construction standards for dog clothing and costumes.
Quality Control Technician (part time)

Pactiv Corporation

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Assembly Technician (part time)

Val-U-Tech

Victor, NY

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Sales Associate (part time)

Target Corporation

Victor, NY

Awards

Girl Scout Gold Award

Deans List spring 2010

Skills

On Coroflot

@KathrynDForbes, member since 2008

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