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National Carwash SolutionsOpX | Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
Aug. 2025United States, Des MoinesI do a lot. But I mainly help anyone who asks for it. I have a good reputation in the company and come highly recommended and respected as a shared resource. I am not specialized in one field. Rather I am respected as someone who is trusted to make the best decisions for the company. Being backed by my Enthusiasm, Intelligence, and Integrity.
Lynx AgManufacturing Engineer
Feb. 2025 - Jun. 2025United States, StratfordContracted to fix the fiber laser tables. One was a 6K and the other a 12K. Issues with Slag. Fixed the machines by continous iterative improvements made while acting as an operator on the floor to understand the underlying issues. Learning how to set parameters appropriately for different metal types and thicknesses. This was achieved by trial and error.
LeClaire Manufacturing Co.Manufacturing Engineer II
Nov. 2023 - Feb. 2025United States, Bettendorf• SCADA Engineering
• Integrated systems automation
• PLC Programming Development
• Asset management and maintenance Inductive Automation Ignition CORE Certification v8.1
John DeereManufacturing Engineer
Aug. 2021 - Nov. 2023United States
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
Ag Leader TechnologyTechnical Support Representative
Jan. 2016 - May. 2016Ames, IowaProviding outstanding technical support to customers and dealers of Ag Leader technology via telephone or email by various methods in troubleshooting precision farming hardware and software. Also, provide input for continual improvement and development in a team environment. • Coordinate with dealerships on hydraulic & electrical troubleshoots using engineering schematics
• Provide technical assistance when dealer or customer is installing agricultural precision technology
• Communicate technical instruction with diverse group of customers across the world
• Work with teams in other countries to hand off and assist in technical troubleshooting
YoungCoFarmsSupport Employee
Jan. 2007 - Aug. 2021Stratford, IowaCentury family farm established in 1882
Family Farming OperationFarm Hand & Equipment Technician
Jan. 2003 - Nov. 2023United States, StratfordGrew up performing all aspects of farm maintenance, heavy equipment operation, and technical troubleshooting in a demanding agricultural environment requiring year-round reliability in extreme conditions.
Operated and maintained a wide range of equipment including tractors, combines, sprayers, grain systems, pivots, trucks, and implements (John Deere, Case IH, etc.).
Diagnosed and repaired mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and precision-ag systems with minimal downtime—developed strong root-cause analysis and field-fix mentality that still drives my engineering approach today.
Managed preventative maintenance programs, parts inventory, welding/fabric Fabrycation, and custom modifications to keep aging equipment running efficiently and safely.
Gained deep understanding of inputs/outputs, yield optimization, soil health, water management, and the real-world economics of production agriculture—perspective that directly translates to manufacturing efficiency, downtime reduction, and systems thinking.
Regularly performed physically demanding manual labor in all weather conditions, building discipline, resilience, and a no-excuses work ethic.
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