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Shaun holds the position of Process Engineer. He is responsible for developing and improving manufacturing processes by studying product manufacturing methods. Shaun also troubleshoots problems with production, analyzes problems, determines action to be taken, and implements corrective solutions. Additionally he is responsible for researching and recommending the purchase and upgrade of equipment. ### Recent Posts --- ## [Battery Pack Manufacturing Tooling Cost Breakdown](https://blog.epectec.com/battery-pack-manufacturing-tooling-cost-breakdown) [![High Cost Battery Pack Tooling Options](https://blog.epectec.com/hubfs/Blog/high-cost-battery-pack-tooling.jpg "High Cost Battery Pack Tooling Options")](https://blog.epectec.com/battery-pack-manufacturing-tooling-cost-breakdown) Written by [Shaun St. Onge](https://blog.epectec.com/author/shaun-st-onge) Posted on December 19, 2017 at 1:25 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) What do I get for my tooling dollar? This question (in one form or another) is one that gets asked frequently. Tooling is always a concern for the customer. It’s an added cost which cannot be converted to sales and ultimately, the bottom line. 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