James A. Boven

**** ***** ***** **. *******, MI *9464 Cell: 616-***-**** acqpk1@r.postjobfree.com

Profile

Skilled Journeyman Tool and Die Maker with over 27 years of experience. History of working well with employees at all levels from production to management. Known for my attention to detail and accomplishing tasks efficiently and effectively. Skilled in meeting both internal and external customer needs in a timely manner. Excellent problem solving skills, consistent follow through on all assignments, and proficient in work flow management.

Professional Experience

OMNI DIE & ENGINEERING, Holland, Michigan 2007- Present

Tool & Die Maker/ Machine Builder

HART & COOLEY, Holland, Michigan 1993- 2007

Tool & Die Maker/Tool room fill-in supervisor

RANGER TOOL & DIE, Walker, Michigan 1984-1993

Tool & Die Maker 1988-1993

Tool & Die Apprentice 1984-1988

Education

1984-1988

GRAND RAPIDS JUNIOR COLLEGE, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Tool and Die Program

1980-1984

CALVIN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL, Grandville, Michigan

Skills

Solid Communication and Leadership skills.

Build metal stamping progressive dies

Build new and spare details for dies and machines

Repair and maintain dies

Build tooling to support production

Troubleshoot die problems while in production

Utilization of surface grinders, mills, drill presses and lathes

Build single hit dies and prototypes

Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.

Distinctions

Served as a supervisor and work scheduler.

Preferred by machine operators to repair dies.

Awards for perfect attendance

Served on Hart & Cooley apprenticeship committee.

Preferred by management to build prototypes & spare details

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