Experience

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  Benchmark

  • Winona, Minnesota, United States

  • Quality Engineer

    • Dec 2022 - Present
    • Winona, Minnesota, United States

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  Galesville, WI

  • Looking For A New Position

    • Aug 2022 - Present

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  American Legion Post 417

  • American Legion Post 417 Commander

    • Jul 2019 - Present

    Leading Post 417 in the strengthening of veterans and youth in the La Crosse area.

  • American Legion Member

    • Jan 1993 - Present

    Supporting veterans and youth in the La Crosse area.

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  Nelson Global

  • Arcadia, Wisconsin, United States

  • Operations Manager

    • May 2022 - Aug 2022
    • Arcadia, Wisconsin, United States

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  BCS Automotive Interface Solutions

  • Galesville, Wisconsin, United States

  • Senior Quality Engineer

    • Nov 2020 - Aug 2022
    • Galesville, Wisconsin, United States

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  Badger Mining Corporation

  • Taylor, WI

  • Continuous Improvement Coordinator

    • Mar 2018 - May 2020
    • Taylor, WI

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  Roastar Digital Pouches

  • Vice President of Operations

    • Dec 2015 - Aug 2017

    My responsibilities include:Identify, recommend and integrate new technology, manufacturing innovations and new products that support the strategic plan of the business Optimize communication, workflow, schedule and manufacturing processes to achieve set lead time goals and maintain our status as fastest pouch producer in the industry Promote a culture of safety Develop and implement programs to track waste and employee efficiency Set, track and post waste and efficiency goals Drive lean programs Develop and oversee quality initiatives Hire, develop and evaluate staff Clearly communicate job duties and expectations to all production employees Ensure that employees are trained in best practices for their respective positions Keep current on information to ensure compliance with HAACP, GMP and other regulations Oversee installation and startup of new manufacturing equipment Relate well with others and maintain constructive working relationships Foster a positive work environment where employee feedback is valued

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  UW-Stout Manufacturing Outreach Center

  • Senior Management Engineer

    • Dec 2015 - Dec 2015

    The Senior Management Engineer (project manager) is the cornerstone of the UW-Stout Manufacturing Outreach Center (UW-Stout MOC) and Discovery unit. The senior management engineer works primarily in the field with a variety of organizations and companies. The position will provide technical assistance related to Business Process Methods/Practices, Business Planning, Transformation Planning, Six Sigma, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Lean Administration and Manufacturing, and outside resources.Specific tasks, activities and responsibilities will include:1. Conduct workshops for companies and organizations.2. Interact with clients and assist them by performing and assessing operational needs3. Provide the appropriate tools and implementation of products and services to clients to foster their continuous improvement activities4. Provide technical assistance to companies related to Processes, Systems and Continuous Process Improvement5. Provide superior delivery and service of the aforementioned products and services6. Provide meaningful referrals to other service providers and broker services between them and the client as needed, on the client’s behalf7. Perform the end of project survey process at the end of interactions with client’s organization8. Maintain all databases and accounting report functions as it applies to specific client activity per Discovery Center process and procedures9. Assumes a leadership role in conducting meetings10. Works both as a team member and alone without direct supervision.11. Works with all levels of owners, executives, management, and employee within a client organization.

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  Wisconsin Army National Guard

  • Command Sergeant Major

    • Mar 1986 - Jun 2014

    • Provides advice and initiates recommendations to Regimental Commander and staff on matters pertaining to enlisted personnel.• Directs the activities of the Regiments’ Noncommissioned Officer(NCO) Support Channel.• Administers the unit Noncommissioned Officer Development Program.• Assists the Commander in determining leader tasks and training for NCO's.• Executes established policies and standards pertaining to performance, care, conduct, appearance, management and training of enlisted personnel.• Supervised 185 Soldiers of a Cavalry Troop trained to conduct combat logistical patrols.• Assisted the Troop Commander in employing the Troop’s combat assets to escort logistic vehicles to different Forward Operating Bases.• Served as the Troop’s subject matter expert on tactical standard operating procedures, uniform policies, Troop discipline, morale, welfare, and recreation.• Directed all administrative, training, and logistical operations necessary for the Troop to conduct combat operations.

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  Inersoll Rand/Trane Company

  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

    • Jun 2005 - Feb 2012

     Trained as a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Green Belt and Champion. Lead Kaizen and 5S events to reduce waste, variation and improve productivity. Lead Rapid Improvement Events with delivery of $250K cost reductions Train and mentor Green Belt level personnel and projects. Assist in identifying project opportunities and refining project details and scope. Responsible for direction of 2 engineers, 5 supervisors, and approximately 100 hourly personnel. Directed the staff and hourly on priorities and objectives. Provided effective measures of linearity and schedule execution. Conducted continuous improvement projects. Managed a $7 million plus department budget within goal. Trained in Demand Flow Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Safety Leadership,Contract Administration, Interactive Management, Cooperative Decision Making, Applied Ergonomics, Project Management. Directed factory resources to improve yearly productivity, quality and safety goals.