Dan Jensen
Ham Lake,MN
Summary
Experienced design and manufacturing professional in custom fabrication, architectural millwork and retail fixtures. Proven expertise in 2D and 3D CAD using AutoCad and Autodesk Inventor, with strong background in CNC programming, material optimization and lean manufacturing. Adept in managing design teams, implementing new technologies, and producing detailed shop and presentation drawings. Skilled in collaborating across departments to ensure accurate, buildable and cost-effective solutions.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Design and Manufacturing Manager
Capital Wood Products
04.2000 - Current
- Supervised production team, keeping production schedules on track to meet deadlines.
- Manage drawing standards and revision control
- Implementation and training of software and technology
- Lead the design and detailing of custom millwork and retail fixtures using AutoCad (Solid-Cim and Microvellum) and Inventor (Woodwork for Inventor)
- Create detailed shopdrawings, cutlists and BOMs for fabrication and installation
- Apply lean manufacturing techniques to streamline workflows and improve efficiency
Drafter/Purchaser
Carlson Refrigeration and Display Fixture Company
12.1989 - 04.2000
- Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
- Utilized AutoCAD and other software to create detailed drawings.
- Introduced and implemented of CAD drafting, optimizing software and CAM software to modernize drafting department
- Purchase, procurement and vendor coordination for materials and hardware
Layout Designer
Truss Manufacturing Company
10.1987 - 12.1989
- Layout and design of roof and floor truss systems for homes.
Education
Certificate in Architectual Drafting - Architecual Drafting
Minneapolis Drafting School
Crystal, MNContinuing Education of AutoCad And Inventor
Autodesk University
7 - YearsSkills
- AutoCad 2d/3d
- Microvellum
- Router-Cim
- Solid-Cim
- AutoDesk Inventor
- Woodwork for Inventor
- Ardis
- ProjectPak / ShopPak
- CabinetVision
- Manufacturing technologies
- Production Management
Work Availability
monday
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Timeline
Design and Manufacturing Manager
Capital Wood Products
04.2000 - Current
Drafter/Purchaser
Carlson Refrigeration and Display Fixture Company
12.1989 - 04.2000
Layout Designer
Truss Manufacturing Company
10.1987 - 12.1989
Certificate in Architectual Drafting - Architecual Drafting
Minneapolis Drafting School
Continuing Education of AutoCad And Inventor
Autodesk University
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