John DeereWeld Engineer
Aug. 2018 - Aug. 2021Ankeny, Iowa• Analyze cost and materials used in manufacturing processes for cost reduction from MES BOM Data
• Manage New Production Program Weld Changeovers
o All weldments on time and passed first piece quality inspection
• Support 60+ weld operators (Cotton, Sprayers, Tillage)
o Continuous improvement goals completed 4 out of 4 for past 4 quarters from department assignment
• Implement JDAAT(MES) into Miami and Blackjack tillage weld departments at Deere
o Resolve JDAAT(MES) and Fanuc robot integration issues for tillage manufacturing processes
o Coordinate efforts between factory automation, operations, ME’s, & production control
• Developed and execute sprayer to floater production factory floor design
o Increased utilization of manufacturing footprint for cotton and sprayers
• Create a preventative maintenance strategy for over 60 robot weld arms
• Fanuc Robot and automated tooling support for Miami and blackjack tillage product line
• Active in cross functional communication with design, manufacturing, & operations