Daniel Luethmers
Albany,MN
Summary
Have been a key player at Coldspring Brewing Co for the past 10 years, started with increasing all production numbers at Plant A. This escalated fast to turn the brewery into one of the largest co-packers in America, Engineering operates on a light budget with few engineering staff and short timelines making one wear many hates.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Manager
Coldspringbrewingco
05.2015 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams for successful product development, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specifications.
- Enhanced overall team productivity with continuous training and mentoring of junior engineers.
- Reviewed technical documentation for accuracy, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Managed risk assessments during project planning phases, proactively mitigating potential issues before they arose during execution stages.
- Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to identify client needs and develop customized engineering solutions.
- Evaluated project requirements to identify and mitigate risks.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to analyze upcoming projects.
- Improved engineering processes by streamlining workflows and implementing efficient project management techniques.
- Designed innovative engineering solutions, leading to industry recognition.
Service Technician
Douglas Machine Inc.
06.2007 - 05.2015
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
- Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient service for various technical issues.
- Trained junior technicians in proper techniques and safety protocols, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Provided on-call support outside of normal business hours, ensuring uninterrupted service for clients experiencing emergencies or critical failures.
Electrical Assembler
Park Industries
06.2006 - 06.2007
- Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and PLC.
- Wired Panels for CNC and Saw machines
- Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Startup and debug the machines
- Traveled on Equipment for Install, Startup, and Debug
Final Assembler
Park Industries
07.2005 - 06.2006
- Reduced assembly time for products by streamlining the process and organizing workstations efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex assembly projects on schedule and within budget.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and optimize production processes.
- Adapted quickly to changes in project requirements or specifications, ensuring minimal disruptions to production timelines.
Education
Center For Automation And Motion Control - Automation/Mechatronics
Alexandria Technical College
Alexandria, MN05.2005
Skills
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Engineering Design of Electrical, mechanical, PLC, HMI
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Key person on building all expansion since 2015
- Design and built 3 green field production lines
- Modified all other lines to increase efficiencies
- Design and built 2 fully automated repack systems
- Created my own OEE uses PLC, SE
- Created and maintain the OT network
- Create screens to display production line information all around the plants
- Travel to our other facilities to increase efficiencies
- Douglas Machine Equipment Professional
- Knowledgeable in Packing Equipment
- Many other items included
Timeline
Engineering Manager
Coldspringbrewingco
05.2015 - Current
Service Technician
Douglas Machine Inc.
06.2007 - 05.2015
Electrical Assembler
Park Industries
06.2006 - 06.2007
Final Assembler
Park Industries
07.2005 - 06.2006
Center For Automation And Motion Control - Automation/Mechatronics
Alexandria Technical College