MICHAEL P. NOLAN
Belton SC ***27
*******.*******@*****.***
Cell: 704-***-****
TOOL & DIE MAKER
SUMMARY
3D Cad Designer for the past 10 years
Diverse training on multiple types of cad systems
SolidWorks Design Essentials in 2004
Using SolidWorks since 2004
Continuing education to become a CSWD 2010
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERTISE
30 Years of experience with companies of diverse
specializations
Highly motivated and well organized
Experienced in all types of tooling and fixtures
Special Machine, Weld Fixtures and Checking Fixtures
Trained on CAMAX and Unigraphics for Build Processing
Cody High Graduate 1979 General Studies
RESULTS / ACCOMPLISHMENTS
2012 to Present WNC Tool & Die
CAD DESIGNER
Gastonia NC
2010 to 2012 ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS
CAD DESIGNER Anderson SC
. Designed in CATIA V5
. Designed in the Top Mount Refrigerator group
. Designed parts from prototype to final approval
. Designed multiple parts for theses units
. Provide print updates for Anderson, St. Cloud and Juarez
. Involved in all aspects of design from capacity to
function
2008 to 2009 HARTNESS AUTOMATION
MECHANICAL DESIGNER
Greenville SC
. Designed parts for EOAT Robotic Tools
. Designed multiple parts for the Depalitizing tooling
. Created many configurations of brackets for robotic cell
equipment
. Designed parts for the conveyor systems
. Involved with Program Manger on design issues
. Involved with floor supervisor with for best design
practice
. Designed in SolidWorks 2009
2008 to 2008 TEXTRON / JACOBSEN
MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
Charlotte NC
. Created work instructions for the assembly lines
. Designed weld fixtures for upcoming tooling
. Evaluate existing weld fixtures for function and
repeatability
. Weekly reports to managements of achievements on the floor
. Weld fixture certification for new parts released to the
shop floor
. Keep work instructions updated for the assembly lines
. Designed in Unigraphics NX2
2003 to 2007 SALINE METAL SYSTEMS
TOOLING ENG / CAD DESIGNER
Saline MI
. Started as a tooling engineer responsibilities included
holding tooling and fixtures to the time line
. Reviewed all tooling designs for functionally thru 100%
buyoff
. Monitored tool build from start to finish including final
buyoff in the vendors facility and in the home plant
. Took position as Cad Designer when the position became
available to enhance my ability to better handle process
control
. Responsible for all print updates and die design changes
. Designed multiple tools for our manufacturing facility
. Updated all tooling that required engineering changes.
Which included making existing tooling run additional parts
. Manage all incoming data from outside customers
. Created work instructions for shop personnel to use new
tooling and checking fixtures
. Updated AutoCAD into SolidWorks files as part of file
management
2002 to 2003 ABB FLEXIBLE of AUBURN HILLS
TOOLING ENGINEER
Auburn Hills MI
. Managed multiple projects
. Verified off site progress of tooling and fixtures
. Involved in design buyoff before tooling was released
. Communicated the time lines of programs to management
. Synchronized delivery schedules for tooling and fixtures
. Collected and analyzed manufacturing data to ensure quality
1988 to 2002 GREENFIELD TOOL & MFG
1998 to 2002 BUILD PROCESSOR
Canton MI
. Determined optimal process for machining the tools
. Prepared CAD data for the cad department
. Worked directly with Die leaders on tool processing
. Assisted designers in checking their designs
. Preformed minor designing for overflow workload
. Provided assistance for particularly difficult areas of the
design
1988 to 1998 DIE LEADER
. Processed all tooling for machining
. Managed an eight-man crew of die makers and apprentices
. Trained apprentices in good die making and tryout practices
. Used all types of materials from 1008/1010 to HRS, Aluminum
HSLA, Brass & Copper
. Worked with machine leaders to set up machining plans for
tools
. Listened to ideas and acted decisively when a plan was put
in place
. Developed initiatives with senior management to increases
productivity and profitability in the plant
1984 to 1988 RICHARD TOOL & DIE
DIE MAKER
Farmington Hills MI
1980 to 1984 NOVI DIE & ENG
DIE HELPER
Troy MI
Salary Requirements NEGOTIABLE
References Available on Request
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