Connor Kuhl
Hazel Green,WI
Summary
Dynamic Manufacturing Engineer with a proven track record at Andersen Windows Doors, specializing in process improvement and facility layout. Successfully led cross-functional teams to launch new products and optimized assembly line efficiency, enhancing productivity. Proficient in AutoCAD and skilled in collaborative problem-solving, driving quality standards and operational excellence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Engineer II
Andersen Windows Doors
06.2022 - Current
- Optimized assembly line layouts to maximize productivity and improve overall workflow efficiency. Lead the efforts of moving over 400,000 SF of warehouse and production space. 5 production lines were relocated with zero impact to customers along with over 500 towers of material storage.
- Led cross-functional teams for successful new product launches within tight deadlines. Oversaw all facility needs to launch 19 major fabrication assets and 80 assembly assets.
- Managed capital projects from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints. Capital projects include new air compressors, air compressor replacement, restroom/break room remodels, humidification system, tool manipulators, 10,000 SF mezzanine installation, multiple cart projects, racking replacement, and new interior finishing tow line.
- Managed yearly expense budget including material, maintenance, production staff, rental equipment, and contractor cost.
- Increased manufacturing capacity by designing and installing new production equipment based on projected growth requirements. Lead the efforts to layout and install over 100,000 SF of new material storage, fabrication equipment, and assembly equipment.
- Oversaw daily tasks of multiple engineering techs. Techs worked on projects provided by entire engineering team.
Manufacturing Engineer I
Andersen Windows Doors
02.2020 - 06.2022
- Developed technical documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and engineering drawings to support manufacturing operations.
- Resolved technical and quality issues by collaborating with customer, manufacturing, and quality. Worked with equipment suppliers or vendors to work through equipment or material issues.
- Conducted detailed root cause analysis for production issues, preventing recurrence and maintaining high-quality standards.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by identifying opportunities for reducing material waste in the production process. Created multiple business cases to assist Management in prioritization.
- Yearly capacity analysis to verify current process will meet future demands.
Application Engineer
Rite-Hite
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Acting design lead on large scale projects requiring the selection and design of fabric duct systems based on customer expectations and performance requirements
- Regularly engage in cross-functional communication to determine a customers’ requirements
- Managed projects from start to finish serving as communication lead with sales team and customer representatives
- Lead product selection process by performing detailed analysis of products against specific performance requirements
- Assisted with site installation process to provide specific instructions and serve as a troubleshoot resource at initial start up
- Facilitated communication with customer and product manufacturer to ensure new product could meet all necessary requirements within the allotted budget
- Work as a member of the current technical design team
- Participate in weekly roundtable discussions where groups consist of multiple engineers and the manufacturing team
- Continuously lead efforts to improve on our matrix’s which are based upon project management, design improvement, and sales
Designer
Rite-Hite
05.2017 - 01.2019
- Designed the layout and airflow of over 1500 fabric duct systems in multiple different applications
- Managed multiple projects on a daily basis resulting in significant competing priorities
- Conducted work with existing customers to provide solutions to improve the performance of current products that are already installed
- Created a new set of design standards and implemented them throughout DuctSox
- Worked with a team of engineers to research and develop a new design software
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Wisconsin, Platteville
Platteville, WI05-2017
Skills
- Manufacturing processes
- Process improvement
- 5S methodology
- AutoCAD
- Facility layout
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Capacity planning
Timeline
Manufacturing Engineer II
Andersen Windows Doors
06.2022 - Current
Manufacturing Engineer I
Andersen Windows Doors
02.2020 - 06.2022
Application Engineer
Rite-Hite
01.2019 - 02.2020
Designer
Rite-Hite
05.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Wisconsin, Platteville
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