Project Engineering

Tyson P. De Jonge

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Holland, MI 49424

616-***-**** abg3ff@r.postjobfree.com

Manufacturing Engineering Manager specializing in Production Launches, Process Improvement, Product Design for

Manufacturability, and Engineering Leadership

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Eagle Group, Zeeland, MI June, 2011 - Current

PROCESS/PRODUCT CONSULTANT, Packaging Technologies

• Reporting directly to company Co-owner, providing launch and equipment expertise for new patented pallet

concept to support fabrication of 4.5 million units.

• Implementation of Six Sigma/Lean projects to improve quality and output of foam packaging manufacturing

processes and plant layout of new manufacturing facility.

Magna Mirrors, Holland, MI May, 2007- June, 2011

ENGINEERING TEAM LEADER, Inside Electro-Chromatic Mirrors

• Managed teams of engineers and manufacturing engineering technicians that provided project support, managed

process control, and performed changeovers. Managed additional maintenance and facilities personnel

depending on process or project needs. Reported to Director of Operations .

• Re-engineered, managed focus factory process producing 50,000 inside EC mirrors per week with 150

employees across three shifts. Responsible for all new equipment procurement, yield improvement activities, new

product and process development implementation for inside Electro-Chromatic (EC) mirrors.

• Launched BZI (Blind Zone Indicator) and IBZS (Integrated Blind Zone Spotter) mirrors, both new technologies

viewable on Mazda 6 Sedan and Ford Edge SUV, respectively. Responsible for the development and

implementation of the related focus factory manufacturing processes and equipment.

• Developed several assembly and inspection processes that were patented by Magna Mirrors.

• Built custom laser systems, ultrasonic component bathing systems, robotic pick and place systems, product

conveyance systems, manual inspection stations, fully automated camera inspection stations, custom vacuum

baggers and custom central vacuum systems, custom LED UV curing systems, robotic glue dispense system, and

assembly lines.

• Designed and implemented several key plant layout changes to accommodate increased production output, often

under tight time constraints.

Ventura Manufacturing, Zeeland, MI October, 2003 - May, 2007

PROJECT ENGINEER, Automotive, Furniture, and Consumer Goods

• Had full engineering authority for the launch of three programs for Johnson Controls, including an overhead grab

handle assembly, a detenting visor component, and a locking seat rail component. Responsible for the

implementation of new processes, the design and fabrication of equipment, and the continuous improvement of

production lines.

• Responsible for the production launch of a $6.5 million dollar Chrysler/Dodge grab handle program. Product

viewable on the Chrysler 300 and Dodge Magnum.

• Provided engineering troubleshooting and launch support to 11 different product lines.

• Responsible for over $500,000 in cost reductions through cycle time reductions, process changes, and quality

improvements.

• Developed and initiated engineering program for recent engineering graduates and engineering co-op students to

further develop their skills as engineers and business professionals.

Siemens Dematic, Grand Rapids, MI October, 2002 - October, 2003

APPLICATION ENGINEER, Material Handling Systems

• Supported the launch, installation, and management of 3 multi-million dollar material handling systems across the

U.S. for UPS, FedEx, Wal-Mart, and Walgreens.

• Led installation crews responsible for onsite equipment installation and run off. Completed projects in California,

Tennessee and Illinois.

Automation Specialists, Holland, MI June, 1999 - Aug., 2002

ENGINEERING CO-OP, MACHINE BUILDER/DESIGNER

Designed and fabricated specialty machines and fixtures for multiple industries. Developed competencies in design for

manufacturability. Developed hands-on skills in welding, machining, pneumatics, hydraulics, programming, and

electronics. Obtained training in OSHA and FDA requirements. Self-initiated co-op program specifically designed to learn

how to build equipment and design products that are aesthetically pleasing, functional, and manufacturable.

Paul De Jonge Builders, Zeeland, MI June, 1991- June, 1999

RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION

Built numerous custom homes and learned all aspects of home building: framing, trimming, cement work, electrical,

plumbing, heating and cooling, siding, roofing, drywall, painting, and cabinet installation. Employed while in high school

and college to offset expenses.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Product Design: AutoCad 14 through Current, Basic SolidWorks, MathCad, GD&T

Process/Equipment Design: Methods and Motions, GMP's, Lean Manufacturing Principles, Kan Ban, JIT, One-Piece

Flow, Facilities Layout, OSHA and FDA Equipment Compliance

Fabrication: Mig/Tig Welding (mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum), Machining (mills, lathes, surface

grinders), Acetylene/Plasma Torches, Panel Wiring, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Machine Assembly

Controls/Programming: RS Logix 500 and 5000, Panel Builder 32, Denso Robotic Software, Direct Logix, Basic C+

+/Java

Quality/Problem Solving: Six Sigma Black Belt Training, DMAIC, APQP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, 8d, SPC,

MiniTab, Kepner-Tregoe, RCA, Capability Analysis, Kaizen Events

Computers: MS Office (Access, Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point), QuickBooks, Lotus Notes

Business: Proficient in the review of profit and loss statements, balance sheets, budgeting, inventory costing,

purchasing, and team development.

Project Management: Project Management Certification from Grand Valley State University, MS Project, Quoting,

Presentations at managerial and factory level, Capital Plans, MRP

Maintenance Management: Preventative Maintenance Plans & Scheduling, MTBF, MTTR, OEE, Spare Parts

Management, CMMS

EDUCATION

Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering 1997-2002

Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, MI

Master's in Business Administration (partially complete)

Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, MI

Courses Completed: Financial and Managerial Accounting, Statistics and Mathematics

of Finance, Micro Economics, Marketing Management, Operations Management

Six Sigma Black Belt

Aveta Business Institute

All Course work completed. Certification pending completion of current project with Eagle Group.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Work well under pressure, able to design and fabricate solutions in minimal time resulting in reduced down times

and substantial financial savings.

• Solid understanding of all facets of engineering including design, development, production and quality as well as

the related business operations to provide the best overall solutions for both the customer and the company.

• Designed and built over 150 machines and fixtures.

• Sponsored and managed five senior projects while at Ventura and Magna Mirrors through the School of

Engineering at Grand Valley State University. Teams consisted of 5-6 graduating engineers per project. Awarded

the outstanding senior project support award in 2008.

• Delivered the commencement speech to the 2009 graduating class of engineering at Grand Valley State

University.

• Member of American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Society of Manufacturing Engineers, and Grand Rapids

Young Professionals (GRYP)

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