Daniel Leisner
Quakewrap
Tucson,AZ
26
years of professional experience
Qualified manufacturing manager with strong background in overseeing fabrication processes and team management. Spearheaded multiple successful projects, ensuring top-quality production and adherence to timelines. Demonstrated proficiency in workflow optimization and cost control.
Work History
Research and Development/Fabrication Manager
3 Years 11 Months- Developed new products by building tools and machines for field application.
- Which included new carbon fiber designs along with quality testing of carbon fibers and epoxies.
- Produced CAD drawings to support design development.
- Create quality procedures.
- Coordinated machine scheduling to optimize production flow.
- Established quality procedures to ensure product consistency and reliability.
- Running construction crews in the field.
- Trained operators in inspection, tooling, and installation processes to enhance team capability.
- Conducted new hire training to onboard employees effectively.
- Managed customer relations to foster strong partnerships.
- Developed production budgeting plans to control costs.
- Coordinated materials outsourcing and purchasing to meet project needs.
Production Manager
11 Months- I oversee the Production and Deburr Departments at Argus Machine. These departments are responsible for machining and deburring various parts for primarily aerospace and optics industries. I am responsible for overseeing each department’s pace to meet or exceed the quoted run rates listed in travelers to ensure each job profitability.
- Performed detailed cost estimating for production projects
- Managed project scheduling to ensure timely completion of tasks
- Developed machine scheduling plans to maximize equipment utilization
- Developed procedures, failure mode instructions, and start-up and shut-down protocols to streamline operations and ensure safety compliance.
- Machine scheduling
- Led team initiatives to improve efficiency and morale
- Trained operators on inspection, set-up, run rates, tooling, and fixturing to enhance team competency and operational efficiency.
- Machine troubleshooting
- Managed customer relations to strengthen partnerships and communication
- Production budgeting
- Verify programming and cycles times
Production Manager
2 Years 9 Months- I oversee the Process Heat Division at Durex Industries. This division is responsible for all metal fabrication, welding, and assembly of large industrial heaters and thermocouples.
- Reviewed and approved all engineering designs to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Developed strong customer relations to foster loyalty and encourage repeat business.
- Motivated production employees to achieve monthly quotas
- Led PQA meetings before quoting and accepting projects, facilitating quality assurance.
- Oversee CNC programing, set-up, and operations
- Quality Assurance for this group. (Inspection of metal fabrication and welding)
- Motivated production employees, leading to achievement of monthly quotas.
- Managed daily manufacturing operations to optimize workflow and maintain quality standards.
- Conducted research and development for new products and improvements to existing ones.
- Metal fabrication & design
- P&L reports
Project Manager
2 Years- This division of WEG is part of the gearing group. Daily responsibilities are to ensure correct gearing and ratio are used in the assembly for the final customer. Working closely with the sales team, engineering, motor group to make sure all products and assemblies are universal. I am the project manager for the WG20 Gearbox Assembly. This includes assembly centers in 5 different countries.
- Conducted quality assurance checks to ensure product reliability.
- Analyzed value stream processes to improve efficiency.
- Led lean manufacturing team to implement process improvements, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Plant Manager
15 Years- This location is a tool and die shop for the plastics industry. We specialize in design, fabrication/ machining, assembly, and installation of tooling. My primary responsibilities were to oversee all departments to ensure we were within budget and profitable. Facilitated daily communications with customers, engineers, floor workers, and logistics team to align project goals and expectations. With my leadership in process improvement and lean manufacturing methodologies we increased sales from $800K to $2.2M annually.
- Coordinated production schedules to ensure timely delivery.
- Analyzed workflows to improve operational processes.
- Managed up to 20 employees, ensuring smooth operations across departments.
- Quality Control all parts
- Engineering & design review on thermoform & injection molded tooling.
- Reviewing blueprints to quote and estimate material cost and employee hours for the necessary jobs
- Maintained customer relationships to enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
- Managed procurement processes to ensure timely material supply.
- Ordering material and scheduling machine time
- CNC set-up and operate
- Schedule machine time
- Schedule employee hours/shifts
- Implemented 5S and lean manufacturing procedures.
- Supply Chain Management
- Implemented 5S and lean manufacturing procedures, enhancing workplace organization and efficiency.
- Data entry of actual cost of project
- Buyer
- Conducted assembly operations to ensure product quality.
- Conducted research and development to innovate new products.
Production Manager
1 Year 4 Months- Executed die casting processes, coordinating with the production team to maintain quality standards for machining parts. Coordinated production planning for parts and machines required for assembly processes. Collaborated with the die cast supervisor and logistics to secure timely deliveries.
- Oversaw third shift team to maintain productivity and efficiency
- Coordinated production schedules to ensure timely project completion
- Developed and modified CNC programs.
- Analyzed blueprints to determine material costs and labor estimates for projects.
- Recorded product inventory levels to maintain stock accuracy
- Oversaw packaging and shipping operations to ensure proper handling
- Utilized forklifts and lift trucks for safe material transportation
- Conducted quality control inspections on parts to ensure compliance
Education
Associate's
Skills
AutoComputer-aided design
SolidWorks
CNC
Composite material design
Quality assurance
Production Management
Production Planning
Cost control
Supply chain
Construction estimating
ISO 9001
5S
MRP
SAP
Microsoft Word
Team leadership
Negotiation
Composite material design
Timeline
Research and Development/Fabrication Manager
Quakewrap
10.2022 - CurrentRead More
Production Manager
Argus Machine Co. Ltd
11.2021 - 10.2022Read More
Production Manager
DUREX INDUSTRIES
02.2019 - 11.2021Read More
Project Manager
WEG GROUP
02.2017 - 02.2019Read More
Plant Manager
EBERLE MANUFACTURING
12.2001 - 12.2016Read More
Production Manager
ANDERSON DIE CASTING
08.2000 - 12.2001Read More
College of Lake County
Associate's
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