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Blake Tomas

SMITHVILLE,MO

Summary

Accomplished Engineering Lead with a proven track record at Martinrea Riverside LLC, specializing in Robotics & Automation and demonstrating exceptional leadership. Expert in driving continuous improvement and project management, leading teams to exceed project goals within budget. Skilled in fostering innovation in automation and weld engineering, achieving significant production efficiencies.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Engineering Lead

Martinrea Riverside LLC
05.2018 - Current
  • Participated in formal internal and external design reviews of proposed products and manufacturing processes.
  • Developed cost estimates and time calculations.
  • Analyzed and interpreted customer requirements to develop engineering solutions.
  • Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
  • Analyzed and interpreted data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
  • Designed, built and programmed Flexible MIG weld cells capable of running multiple production pieces.
  • Design review and buyoff of weld fixtures and tooling.
  • Launch manager over industrial side of business.
  • Designed and implemented quality control into manufacturing process I.e poka-yoke & error proofing.

Maintenance Manager

Martinrea Riverside LLC
05.2016 - 05.2018
  • Directed maintenance activities on all production equipment, facilities and utility systems Plans, reviewed, and approved the preparation of budgetary items and capital planning for maintenance department.
  • Reviewed the status of all maintenance/production issues with team members and corporate.
  • Reviewed work schedules and manpower requirements.
  • Provide necessary training, support and guidance to team members.
  • Set up and oversee critical/spare parts program with min/max established.
  • Plan and implement effective procedures and policies for maintenance.
  • Monitored completion of projects, approved requisitions relating to new and replacement parts, supplies, machinery and equipment for the maintenance area.
  • Participate in management discussions and planning sessions fosters associate involvement in continuous improvement activities.
  • Develop/maintain predictive and preventative maintenance program. Uphold all company policies and procedures.
  • Drive Lean manufacturing, cycle time improvement and cost reduction practices into machines and processes.

Senior Robotic Weld Technician Lead

Martinrea Riverside LLC
12.2014 - 05.2016
  • Launched new Tier 1 automotive manufacturing facility.
  • Built and programmed a Robotic MIG weld training cell to aid in new hire training within the maintenance dept.
  • Integrated house made fixtures into manufacturing processes.
  • R & D on Mig welding process improve/optimize weld parameters, robot paths and bit communication.
  • Full Fanuc robotic programming including ARC tool, material handling and DCS.
  • Write and maintain PMs on all robots and EOA Tooling.
  • Trained in 480V to 24V electrical wiring and electrical repair.
  • Set up a cut & etch lab for weld validation and created all control and testing documentation.
  • Documented daily work on production logs and work orders and discussed activities with management to optimize future production.

Senior Maintenance Electrician

LMV Automotive Systems Magna/Cosma
08.2012 - 12.2014
  • Launched new Tier 1 automotive manufacturing facility.
  • Buyoff off equipment and lines at integrator shops.
  • Built a training cell with fully operational MIG weld Robot and spot weld robot for new hire training.
  • Create company standards for all equipment and verify on buy off.
  • Robotic troubleshooting and programming EOA fixture design and wiring.
  • Conducted preventive maintenance on equipment.
  • Installed new equipment and modified existing equipment.
  • Error proofing and TPM for all lines/fixtures.
  • Supported production during scheduled run hours and made repairs as needed.
  • Trained Operators on HMI usage and navigation.


Maintenance Technician Electrician

Montezuma Manufacturing Magna/Cosma
10.2008 - 08.2012
  • Preventative maintenance and production support on fully automated robotic assembly lines.
  • Ergonomics and continuous improvement projects to all machines.
  • Inspected equipment for proper performance and correct cycle times.
  • Interacted with control technicians and engineers on machine improvement.
  • Interpreted schematic blueprints, wiring diagrams, performance specifications and service manuals.
  • Trained in 480V to 24V electrical wiring and electrical repair and safety.
  • Fanuc, Lincoln and Bosch training.

Production Group Leader

Montezuma Manufacturing Magna/Cosma
10.2006 - 10.2008
  • Responsible for achieving production requirements.
  • Ensured that all health and safety guidelines were followed.
  • Trained staff of 12 direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of product.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Supervised and motivated staff.

Education

Robotics And Automation

Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA

Operations, Maintenance, Arc, Spot, Handling Tools

Fanuc
Rochester Hills, MI

High School Diploma -

Gmg Secondary School
Garwin, IA
06.2002

Skills

  • Fanuc Robotics Programming
  • Electrical
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Leadership
  • Troubleshooting
  • Root Cause 5/why
  • Automation Machine building
  • Fixture assembly building
  • Weld Engineering
  • Production/Manufacturing cost/quoting
  • Project management
  • Solidworks

Timeline

Engineering Lead

Martinrea Riverside LLC
05.2018 - Current

Maintenance Manager

Martinrea Riverside LLC
05.2016 - 05.2018

Senior Robotic Weld Technician Lead

Martinrea Riverside LLC
12.2014 - 05.2016

Senior Maintenance Electrician

LMV Automotive Systems Magna/Cosma
08.2012 - 12.2014

Maintenance Technician Electrician

Montezuma Manufacturing Magna/Cosma
10.2008 - 08.2012

Production Group Leader

Montezuma Manufacturing Magna/Cosma
10.2006 - 10.2008

Robotics And Automation

Indian Hills Community College

Operations, Maintenance, Arc, Spot, Handling Tools

Fanuc

High School Diploma -

Gmg Secondary School

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