Continuous Improvement John Deere
Resume:
Nicholas J. Petersen
Hudson, IA 50643
PH: 319-***-****
*****************@*****.***
Objective: With nearly 20 years in manufacturing experience at John Deere, I am looking to utilize the knowledge I have gained to grow into greater roles and responsibilities. I have strong interpersonal skills along with computer skills. Strive in fast pace and high tense situations.
Employment Experience:
John Deere DTO, Assembly Waterloo, Iowa October 2005 – December 2024
Worked on mainline and subline for 8R Transaxle in Dept. 543
Covered roles including launch, Differential sub-assembly and Manifold assembly
Actively contributed to Continuous Improvement initiatives.
Actively contributed to Safety initiatives.
SAP writing Q-notes and working with the new system for Continuous Improvement
John Deere Engine Works, Assembler Utility
Worked in Dept 566 Engine Block line as utility, quickly learning multiple jobs.
Led 5S, CIPP and Continuous Improvement efforts.
Improved workflow by optimizing dunnage handling and suggesting ergonomic floor mats.
Maintained a clean, organized workspace using various safety and quality tools.
Writing Q-notes on AMES system and helping with work flow
John Deere TCAO, Non-Traditional / PDP Manufacturing Engineer
Collaborated with engineers to design and implement new equipment and line splits
Meeting with multiple different departments and higher ups to manage tasks.
Traveled to Positech to coordinate installations and develop operator-friendly procedures.
Managed tooling and torque specifications to ensure operator success.
Worked with 50+ employees including engineers, designers and management.
Rotated between shifts to support production and track performance
Demonstrated leadership managing 35 people across 30+ splits.
Experience with Creo 2.0, ProE, and Industrial Engineering principles.
Collaborated with maintenance to install air, and electrical for the line.
Used SAP to order from the supply room, writing work orders and moving parts to different locations in the line
John Deere TCAO, Assembler
Member of Continuous Improvement and CIPP Maintenance teams.
Developed fixture ideas to improve safety and reduce injury risk during assembly
Led efforts to Work Order development to direct maintenance on fixture installation.
Collaborated with engineers to streamline production and reduce cycle times.
Served two years on the Safety committee; initiated shop floor improvements and traffic flow optimizations.
Participated in PEC meetings to solve design issues on pilot builds of 8R tractors
Supported utility operations and optimized tool placement for operators.
Stepped in to assist in Roll Test area to ensure production continuity.
Worked with the electrical layout of tractors and worked with Electrical MEs.
Replaced and installed hydraulic lines and worked with Engineers at PEC to help with design of hydraulic hoses.
Used SAP to write Q-notes and also working with maintenance to write orders.
John Deere Drivetrain, Assembler
Implemented tooling improvements to reduce standard minutes and improve efficiency
Identified quality issues that saved the company millions of dollars by preventing faulty part installations.
Used SAP to clear out Q-notes after repair and finding locations of parts for the repair
Collaborated with engineering teams to prevent reoccurrence of quality defects
Provided assembly and repair expertise for the 7000 Drive train.
Supported a mixed model production line.
Active member on Continuous Improvement and CIPP Maintenance teams-focused on process compliance and injury reduction,
Directed operators and supported Launch and Differential sub-lines on the 8000 line.
John Deere Heat Treat, Operator
Active member for Continuous Improvement and CIPP Maintenance teams.
Managed part flow and furnace setup.
Trained employees on new computerized furnace operations and old furnace operations.
Communicated Heat Treat Redevelopment improvements with Manufacturing Leadership.
Worked multiple furnaces gaining knowledge on part flow through multiple furnaces.
Keep areas around furnace clean, since it was an oily job. We had to mop and clean around furnace a couple times a night.
Worked multiple shifts in a month. Was in the resource pool and worked first, third, second and back to first respectively in the matter of four weeks. Worked 16 hour shifts if operator was unable to make into work.
SAP just came out but we were using it to move parts to different furnaces and different departments like machining.
Fareway Stores Inc. Cedar Falls, Iowa, August 2001-September 2005
Supervised up to 10 employees, managing inventory, overstock, and meat counter operations.
Working in high tense and high pace situations.
Acted as first cutter; coordinated daily tasks with managers and team.
Responded to customer inquiries and maintained a well-stocked market.
Closed meat department and prepped for the next day.
Worked variable shifts including weekends.
The Home Depot Waterloo, Iowa April 2001 – August 2001
Assisted customers in the garden department.
Operated forklift and reach truck; handled unloading and display setup.
Provided at-home support for tools and lawn equipment
Used CAD for designing decks and helping customers plan purchases.
Windmor construction Waterloo, Iowa June 2000 – August 2000
Worked as general laborer on highway intake construction.
Laid tile between storm drains and assisted heavy equipment operators.
Used concrete chemical to expedite setting times.
Bentley and Gibbs builders Waterloo, Iowa May 1998 – August 1998
Worked roofing and general home remodeling.
Involved in additions plumbing and electrical work.
Skills & Certifications
Software: SAP, JDAAT, AMES, MS Office, Creo 2.0, ProE
Safety Training: 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health certified, UAW safety training, Lock/tagout
Other: Presentation experience, monthly inventory, Q-notes, working with moving parts
Leadership: Team supervision, shift coordination, production support
Education:
Hamilton College
AAS in Computer Information systems- Graduated May 2001
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science in Operations and Project Management – Graduated May 2015.
Southern New Hampshire University
Pursuing MBS in Operations and Project Management Pending
References
Jason Haskin – Meat Department Manager at Waterloo Fareway 641-***-****
Heath Wilken- Former New Product Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor for Deere and Company- 319-***-****
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