Profile
Journeyman Tool and Die with ** years of shop and design experience. Maintenance and repairs in shops and plant facilities; Knowledgeable in all areas in Manufacturing; and excel in analyzing and solving problems with various systems.
Key Skills
Airframe and Powerplant certification, 2012
Journeyman Die Maker, 2005
Journeyman Tool and Die, 1995
Key Results Continued:
Designed and implemented multiple Complex Tooling for the Automotive Industry.
Trained in Aircraft Systems, Aircraft Structures, Aircraft Instruments, Aircraft Electrical, Aircraft Welding, Airframe Certification, Flight line Testing,
Served as an Engineer Manager, Data administrator, Network administrator, Simulation Expert
Served as journeyman tool and die Leader, Performed press maintenance, new construction, Robot programing, engineering changes and plant expansions
Earned a reputation for expertise in complex troubleshooting and problem resolution
Gained extensive experience in analyzing and following manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints and other specifications
Mastered the use of measuring/testing instruments
Stationed Fort Rucker, AL and Corpus Christi ARMY Depot, TX
Helped wright ARMY Maintenance Manuel on AH-64
FAA Certified A&P Maintenance Technician 2012
Thorough knowledge of Aviation Safety procedures, systems and structures
Skilled in the proper routine maintenance of Aviation Equipment
Trained in performing complex aircraft inspections, repairs, and modifications under minimal supervision
Education & Credentials
SolidWorks Professional Certificate
SolidWorks Professional Surface Certificate
SolidWorks Professional Drafting Certificate
Lansing Community Collage 2009-2012
Michigan Home Builders 2006
2nd Tool and Die Journeyman 2005
Pam-Stamp 1997
Unigraphics Die Design 1997
1st Tool and Die Journeyman 1995
Grand Rapids Community Collage1991-2005
NTMA Tool and Die School 1991
Kent Skill center Engineering 1987-1989
Calvin Christian High School 1985-1989
– SolidWorks, Creaform, Visi, UG, Catia, AutoCAD, Cadim, SDRC
– Dies, Transfer, Prog and Fine Tool, Weld fixtures, Mold Dies, Hydro forms, Machines
– Blueprints & Schematics
– Computer administrator
– Data administrator
– Machine Operator; CNC
and conventional
– Pam-Stamp, Optress
– Helicopter Crew chief
– Technical Inspector
– Safety representative
– Transfer Presses
IHI, Schuler, Clearing,
Servo and Mechanical
– Troubleshooting
– Testing: destructing
and non-destructing
– Unix, Windows
Professional Experiences
ENTERPRISE TOOL AND DIE, Grandville, MI
Tool Design Engineer, Sep 2024 to Present
RANGER DIE, Coopersville, MI
Tool Design Engineer, Jan 2022 to Aug 2024
MIDWEST TOOL&DIE INC, Rockford, MI
Tool Design Engineer, May 2019 to Oct 2021
DIE-MATIC, Wyoming, MI
Tool Design Engineer, Jan 2017 to March 2018
PRIDGEON AND CLAY, Grand Rapids, MI
Tool Design Engineer, Mar 2013 to Dec 2016
GENERAL MOTORS (Lansing Delta Township), Lansing, MI
Line Tech, safety, 2009 to 2012
GENERAL MOTORS (Grand rapids Metal Plant), Grand Rapids, MI
Lead Tool and Die, safety, 2002 to 2009
RIVIERA TOOL CO. —
Grand Rapids, MI
Tool and Die Design Engineer, Engineer Manager, 1996 to 2002
ADVANCED TOOLING SYSTEMS —
Comstock Park, MI
Tool and Die, 1991 to 1996
MICHIGAN ARMY NATIONAL GUARD —
Grand Ledge, MI
UH-1 Crew chief, safety NCO, and TI, 1988 to 1996
Key Results:
Managed 8-person design team, Designing stamping Dies and Simulation
Managed 10-man maintenance crew for UH-1 Helicopters, tested with pilot, and safety NCO
Made Deep Draw, Progressive, Transfer Dies, Molds, Hydro forms, Machines and Systems
Programed Robots for Manufacturing, Programed Transfer Presses, Programed Coil Fed Progressive Presses
7240 Nugent Ave NE Rockford, MI 49341 616-***-**** *********@*****.***
STEVEN VANDEN BOSCH
Mechanical Design Engineer
Journeyman Tool and Die
A and P mechanic