Derek MacDonald
Manufacturing Engineer at Plastic Molded Concepts, Inc.- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Wisconsin Journeyman Plumber License
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesJun, 2008- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Plastic Molded Concepts, Inc.
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United States
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Plastics Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Manufacturing Engineer
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Feb 2022 - Present
Integrate automation as needed into manufacturing processes. Design work centers and manufacturing fixtures to drive efficiency, quality, and safety. Utilize CAD software, such as SolidWorks and Fusion 360 for design. Create CNC programs using Fusion 360 CAD/CAM software. Collaborate with multiple departments within the company to implement new ideas and processes. Design and create end of arm tooling (EOAT) for robots used in injection molding processes. Integrate automation as needed into manufacturing processes. Design work centers and manufacturing fixtures to drive efficiency, quality, and safety. Utilize CAD software, such as SolidWorks and Fusion 360 for design. Create CNC programs using Fusion 360 CAD/CAM software. Collaborate with multiple departments within the company to implement new ideas and processes. Design and create end of arm tooling (EOAT) for robots used in injection molding processes.
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D&H Industries
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United States
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Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Quality Manager
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Feb 2018 - Feb 2022
Establish and confirm that the quality management system conforms to customer, internal, ISO 9001 and AS9100 requirements. Work with customers, employees, contractors, and suppliers to develop product requirements. Interact with other managers and staff, particularly in areas such as design, production and purchasing to incorporate quality methods/processes. Act as key quality contact with customers and be responsible for the execution of corrective actions and ongoing compliance with customers' specifications. Train, coach and motivate personnel in the understanding and adoption of new principles and techniques. Work with multiple departments on continuous improvement projects throughout the organization. Utilize statistical data to drive process improvements. Show less
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Quality Technician
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Oct 2016 - Feb 2018
Ensure the quality of D&H's vast array of manufactured components meets or exceeds customer expectations. Main tasks are to program a CMM ,use a Faro laser scanner, or use manual measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers, or height gages to complete PPAPs or verify ECNs. Proficient with PCDMIS, and Polyworks. Also responsible for the calibration and documentation of a large amount of gages and specialty fixtures for checking parts.
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Unit Drop Forge Co., Inc.
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United States
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Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Quality Technician
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Oct 2014 - Oct 2016
Responsible for the layout of forgings pre and post production to verify that customer and engineering specifications are being met. Determine if customer requirements for heat treating are within tolerance (Brinell, Equotip). Also responsible for the calibration of various measuring tools (micrometers, measuring scales, gauges, etc).
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Quality Assurance: In-Process Inspection
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May 2010 - Oct 2014
Ensure forgings are being made are to proper specifications and dimensions in accordance with work instructions and blueprint. Check for signs of poor workmanship or defects and coordinate a corrective action with forge crew, supervision, and engineering if necessary. Periodically inspect forgings during production process and document information. Use knowledge of past manufacturing history of specific forgings to insure that any past problems are avoided.
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Plumber's Local 75
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United States
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Construction
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1 - 100 Employee
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Journeyman Plumber
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Jun 2004 - May 2010
Perform piping installations per client and Wisconsin State Plumbing Code. Also install and maintain plumbing fixtures and appliances. Perform piping installations per client and Wisconsin State Plumbing Code. Also install and maintain plumbing fixtures and appliances.
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Illingworth Corporation
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United States
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Information Technology & Services
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Plumbing Apprentice, Journeyman Plumber
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Jun 2004 - Feb 2010
Designed and installed piping and piping systems per Wisconsin State Plumbing Code and job blueprint. Met with other trades and coordinated piping to avoid conflict. Operated various hand and power tools as well as machinery such as forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts and skid loaders (bobcat). Interacted with customers to modify the end result according to their needs and issues in a sensible and timely manner. Put in charge of less qualified personnel and completed various jobs per blueprint and foreman's instructions. Surpassed expectations by achieving and/or outdoing set deadlines. Exceptional attendance record and contributed in overtime hours when requested by foreman. Show less
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Ferguson Enterprises
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United States
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Warehouse Hand
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Nov 2003 - Jun 2004
Accurately filled various orders for construction companies in an efficient manner. Loaded delivery trucks in a manner that would make the delivery process more streamlined for the driver as well as clients. Accurately filled various orders for construction companies in an efficient manner. Loaded delivery trucks in a manner that would make the delivery process more streamlined for the driver as well as clients.
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Education
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2016 - 2022
Waukesha County Technical College
Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician -
2017 - 2017
Perry Johnson Registrars
Quality Management Systems (Based on ISO 9001:2015) Auditor/Lead Auditor Training Course, ISO 9001-2015 Standards -
2017 - 2017
Waukesha County Technical College
Solidworks For Tool Design 1, A -
2003 - 2004
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Associate, Plumbing, Construction, Technical Studies
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