Brenner L. Wheeler
Mount Washington
Summary
Dynamic professional with over 15 years of experience in machining, tool and die, quality control, and assurance, specializing in staff supervision and training, preventive maintenance, safety process engineering, and workflow improvement. Proven track record in leading tool and die making and assembly efforts within high-paced manufacturing environments. Skilled in managing multiple press lines for engineered structural metal components and assemblies, with extensive experience in the construction of automotive parts from concept to final delivery. Recognized for building highly motivated teams to achieve ambitious goals, excelling in communication with top management and support staff, and demonstrating resourcefulness in problem-solving.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor-Tool and Die
Lucid Motors
03.2024 - Current
- Working directly under the Tool and Die Manager to help assemble and direct our team to be capable of repairing and maintaining Class A automotive dies. This includes setting new machinery as it arrives. Ordering materials and tools from outside vendors. Working with Engineering and Safety departments to insure things are set up in the proper and safe manner. Helping review tool list, chemical supplies and the dies as we prepare to start stamping in house.
Toolmaker
Subaru of Indiana Automotive
01.2023 - Current
- Responsible for preventive and predictive maintenance of dies.
- Maintained and repaired dies stamping parts for the following Subaru Vehicles: Impreza 4 Door and 5 Door, Legacy Sedan, Outback Wagon, Ascent SUV and Crosstrek
- All Hood inner and outer as well as fenders are aluminum.
- All major under body and reinforcements such as floor pans and door hinge reinforcements
- Various laser welded blanks
City Councilman
ABC Administrator
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Served for 8 Years
- Oversaw city’s major projects including City Plaza, City Business Park, and Skate Park—completed projects under strict time frame and budget constraints.
Toolmaker
TOWER INTERNATIONAL
04.2015 - 10.2015
- Maintained tooling inventory, ensuring availability for production schedules.
- Evaluated and modified existing tools to enhance performance and durability.
- Led troubleshooting efforts to resolve tooling issues during production runs.
Toolmaker
MARTINREA HEAVY STAMPING
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Maintained and repaired class A dies including but not limited to Ford F250/350 Super Cab Roof, Super Cab Door inter and outer, Crew Cab Door inner and outer. Ford Expedition Bodyside outer RH and LH. Ford Escape Roof, Hood inner and outer, various class B parts. Volkswagen Passat Roof outer and Roof Ring.
Tool and Die Team Leader
TOYOTOMI
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Led team in achieving operational efficiency through streamlined processes and workflow optimization.
- Coordinated cross-functional collaboration to resolve production issues and improve overall output quality.
Toolmaker
TOWER INTERNATIONAL
01.2000 - 2011
- Maintain and repair automotive stamping dies for Toyota, Ford, General Motors and BMW. Dies ranges from steel structural safety parts to aluminum parts such as heat shields.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop tool designs and specifications.
- Consistently met deadlines for project completion through effective time management and organizational skills.
- Improved production efficiency by maintaining and repairing precision tooling components.
Education
Apprentice Related Theory Instruction -
Kentuckiana Machining Association
Louisville, Kentucky05.2004
Tool and Die Degree - undefined
Jefferson Technical College
01.2004
Certificate in Metallographic Techniques - undefined
Leeco
01.2002
General Coursework - undefined
Jefferson Community College
01.1989
Skills
- Die maintenance and repair
- Preventive maintenance
- Team leadership
- Quality control processes
- Safety compliance standards
- Equipment setup and calibration
- Project management
- Training and mentoring
Timeline
Supervisor-Tool and Die
Lucid Motors
03.2024 - Current
Toolmaker
Subaru of Indiana Automotive
01.2023 - Current
Toolmaker
TOWER INTERNATIONAL
04.2015 - 10.2015
City Councilman
ABC Administrator
01.2015 - 01.2022
Toolmaker
MARTINREA HEAVY STAMPING
01.2012 - 01.2015
Tool and Die Team Leader
TOYOTOMI
01.2011 - 01.2012
Toolmaker
TOWER INTERNATIONAL
01.2000 - 2011
Tool and Die Degree - undefined
Jefferson Technical College
Certificate in Metallographic Techniques - undefined
Leeco
General Coursework - undefined
Jefferson Community College
Apprentice Related Theory Instruction -
Kentuckiana Machining Association