Manufacturing Associate

DAN R. KUEHN

*** ****** **** *** * Erin, WI *****

414-***-**** * *********@*****.***

* ISO 9001:2000/2008

* Detail Oriented

* Computer Networking Skills

* Process Improvement

* Leadership Abilities

* ERP Manager

* Lean Management

* Manage Multiple Budgets

* Experienced in All MS Office

* Six Sigma

* Advanced Troubleshooting skills

* Advanced Excel Experience

* Time Management

* Motivation Skills

* Create Websites (SharePoint)

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE:

August 2008 to May 2009

Die Concepts Inc. – Tool and Die Manufacture, Stampings, Custom Inspection Gages, CNC Machining, and

Sheet Metal Manufacturing.

Employment Duties – ISO 9001:2000 Project Coordinator / ERP / Network Administrator

Waukesha, Wisconsin

*Implementing a new Enterprise Resource Planning system from Henning Software Inc. which will

improve data collection and research studies of profits and losses.

*Install Microsoft SharePoint Program to increase communication and allow data collection for ISO

9001:2000 requirements.

*Maintain all the network servers consisting of 40 computers and all associated users. This reduces the

cost of external services which were previously used. Annual savings of $6000.

*My knowledge and experience allowed me to create spreadsheets and pivot tables to consolidate sales

data that can be reviewed to assist the sales staff on which jobs to accept or customers to invest their

time in.

*Created multiple flow chart diagrams to address the possibilities of process improvements to increase

the companies’ efficiency in production and work flow by reducing all non-value added actions.

March 2008 to August 2008

Enercon Industries Corporation – Induction Sealing and Surface Treating.

Employment Duties – Corporate Quality & Project Manager

Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

*Monitored and motivated the research and development team by improving the flow of innovative

ideas and the attainment of project completion dates. This was done by brainstorming outside of the

box for new ideas.

*Implemented increased communication throughout the organization using MS SharePoint.

*Developed new quality inspection processes to identify and address quality issues. This decreased the

overall rework issues in production by 90% and improved the customer’s delivery dates by 50%.

*Created spreadsheets and pivot tables to consolidate customer service data and developed indicators

that were reviewed before reaching thresholds requiring immediate attention. This attention to detail

prevented future issues by correcting the minor issues first.

*Created multiple flow chart diagrams to address the possibilities of process improvements to increase

the companies’ efficiency in production and work flow. This process proved the need to restructure

the organizations manning, saving the company over $100,000 annually.

Oct. 2003 to Oct. 2007

Johnson Controls, Inc., Building Efficiency – Building Automation and Management services. Maintain

customer facilities under contract while supporting the needs of their staff members.

Employment Duties – Operations Management Supervisor, Foreman, HVAC Technician

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

*Under contract with Curative Care Network, the staff of three continuously accepted various non-

contracted projects throughout the six buildings within the surrounding cities. This provided all the

service needs while keeping Facility Maintenance costs at an all time low of less than $500,000 annually.

*Able to manage day-to-day activities and manage multiple budgets exceeding one million plus. While

using analytical decision making I was able to decrease the customers’ budget by 9.23% within a 9 month

period. This was achieved by compiling the best possible subcontractors for the needs of the customer.

Apr. 2000 to Dec. 2007

Speed Seekers LLC – Service automotive enthusiasts around the world by providing track day services to the

largest race track in the United States.

Employment Duties – General Partner

Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin

*Started with ($700) annually in profits and grew to $28,000 annually in profits within seven years. This

was done by marketing, planning, organizing, customer service and continuously improving the system.

*Never had less than the maximum number of participants for every event. This was accomplished by the

exceptional customer service provided to the customers.

*Managed over 1400 annually participants and spectators annually by providing a structured event with

constant flow of activities.

*Had three major magazines write articles on the event. They commended us on our time management and

exceptional value to the customer.

Jan. 1999 to Oct. 2003

Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital – Medical Facility and #1 Trauma Center of Wisconsin

Employment Duties – Maintenance Mechanic

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

*As a Quest Leader, my department experienced an 800% increase in Quest Awards. Quest awards were

given for improvements to the new improved processes that were put in place within the company that

saved time, money or increased patient satisfaction.

*Maintained over 400,000 square feet of zone maintenance. 200% more than my counterparts.

MILITARY SERVICE:

United States Air Force Reserve – United States Air Support utilizing the C130 H3 Aircraft

Employment Duties – Airplane Technician – Technical Sergeant

*Completed two years of active duty for maintaining the C-130 aircraft for missions overseas,

which resulted in supporting our nation peace program with a Honorable Discharge.

*Served in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War

on Terrorism Medal, AF Expeditionary Service Ribbon, AF Meritious Service Medal.

*Over a three month period I assisted in the achievement of a 98% successful mission rate

during war conditions. This was done by troubleshooting and repairing aircrafts in timely

manner to keep missions on schedule.

*Created and launched a website that managed the units status and could easily be updated by

multiple users to allow the most current information to be distributed efficiently.

EDUCATION:

Master of Business Administration, 3.64/4.0 GPA

22 August 2008

Bachelor of Science, 3.46/4.0 GPA

18 May 2003

Cardinal Stritch University at Milwaukee, WI

Associates in Applied Science in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology,

3.24/4.0 GPA

20 May 1998

Milwaukee Area Technical College at Milwaukee, WI

COMPUTER SKILLS:

ALL MS Office Products, Linking Data Files, Windows XP, Maintaining an Exchange Server, Website designing

using Dreamweaver and MS FrontPage, Lotus 1-2-3, Lotus Notes and Metasys.

COMMUNITY SERVICE:

Tiger Cub Scout Leader for Den 1 Pack 101.

Assisted the hunger task force in sorting and packing materials.

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