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Daniel Luhmann

Hammond,MN

Summary

Dependable Production Worker proficient in making iron and all tasks needed for OEM specs for casting and line work. Effective at keeping work areas with needed supplies, clean and neat for quality production and safety. Including Furnace Deck Operator, preparing materials per spec for new molted iron back charges, preventative maintenance, cap and reline of furnace, operating the overhead crane and following work instructions.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Process Operator

Tenneco TPL
Lake City, MN
10.2021 - Current
  • Operated industrial machinery to manufacture products in accordance with customer specifications.
  • Performed daily quality inspections of manufactured goods according to established standards.
  • Adjusted machine settings as needed to ensure product met quality requirements.
  • Provided input on process improvements that increased efficiency and reduced costs.
  • Followed safety protocols at all times while operating machines and handling materials.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on machines and identified potential issues before they caused production delays.
  • Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers. during the assembly process.
  • Cleaned work areas regularly to maintain a safe and organized workspace.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on tasks.
  • Maintained current knowledge base of manufacturing industry best practices for lean manufacturing, demand flow technology, statistical process control and safety.
  • Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
  • Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
  • Used daily system logs to document production information.
  • Performed routine maintenance on furnaces, such as cleaning and replacing filters.
  • Adjusted furnace settings to meet production requirements.
  • Maintained accurate records of all activities related to the operation of the furnace.
  • Assisted with minor repairs and modifications to furnace and components.
  • Cleaned work areas regularly to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Trained new employees in proper safety protocols when operating furnaces or any job.
  • Communicated with supervisors regarding any issues or problems encountered while operating the furnace.
  • Followed established procedures for shutting down furnaces at end of shift or during emergency situations.
  • Worked cooperatively with team members in order to complete tasks efficiently.
  • Reported any malfunctions or operational issues that could affect production quality.
  • Handled tasks such as racking parts, unloading furnaces and programming furnace operations with consistent expertise and attention to detail.
  • Assisted with furnace insulation and coil retrofits as well as programming, 5S implementation and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
  • Maintained quality standards by correctly reading orders and managing processes with high degree of skill.

IBB International Representative

International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Lodge 146
Kansas City, MO
09.2015 - 10.2021
  • Drafted and conduct over 20 collective bargaining agreements for negotiations with management on behalf of the local union members. Advocated for better wages, benefits, and working conditions for union members
  • Participated in mediations between unions and employers over various issues.
  • Assessed changes in collective bargaining agreements due to new legislation or court rulings.
  • Reviewed and responded to grievances and write ups from 15 separate local union locations representing employees and members.
  • Represented workers at grievance hearings before third-party arbitrators. Fully preparing and conducting over 10 arbitrations and more than 30 pre arbitration settlements on behalf of members.
  • Facilitated communication between the Local Union and Company at multiple bussines organizations through setting up regular meetings and touring the shop floors talking with management leaders and employees to help improve safety, ergonomics and morel.
  • Prepared monthly financial statements and local lodge updates for review by executive leadership team.
  • Prepared reports summarizing labor relations activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of all labor-related documents.
  • Investigated complaints of unfair labor practices by employers.
  • Educated workers about their rights under local, state, and federal employment laws.
  • Conducted surveys among union members regarding their satisfaction with services provided by the union.
  • Interpreted contractual agreements for employers and employees to support collective bargaining and labor relations processes.
  • Investigated employee grievances and recommended appropriate actions based on collective bargaining terms.
  • Taught frontline leadership to improve labor and management interactions, reducing grievances and arbitration needs.
  • Trained personnel on how to interpret and administer labor contracts.

Processes Operator

Federal Mogul TPR
Lake City, MN
01.2012 - 09.2015
  • Operated industrial machinery to manufacture products in accordance with customer specifications.
  • Performed daily quality inspections of manufactured goods according to established standards.
  • Adjusted machine settings as needed to ensure product met quality requirements.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of production activities, including material usage and waste output.
  • Provided input on process improvements that increased efficiency and reduced costs.
  • Followed safety protocols at all times while operating machines and handling materials.
  • Assisted with the installation of new equipment for manufacturing operations.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on machines and identified potential issues before they caused production delays.
  • Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers. during the assembly process.
  • Cleaned work areas regularly to maintain a safe and organized workspace.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on tasks.
  • Participated in team meetings providing feedback on ideas related to improvement initiatives.
  • Maintained current knowledge base of manufacturing industry best practices for lean manufacturing, demand flow technology, statistical process control and safety.
  • Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
  • Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
  • Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
  • Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
  • Performed routine maintenance on furnaces, such as cleaning and replacing filters.
  • Adjusted furnace settings to meet production requirements.
  • Operated hoisting equipment to move heavy materials into the furnace area.
  • Inspected material for defects before loading it into the furnace.
  • Maintained accurate records of all activities related to the operation of the furnace.
  • Assisted with minor repairs and modifications to furnace components.
  • Cleaned work areas regularly to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Trained new employees in proper safety protocols when operating furnaces.
  • Communicated with supervisors regarding any issues or problems encountered while operating the furnace.
  • Checked gauges and monitored control panels to ensure efficient operations of the furnace system.
  • Followed established procedures for shutting down furnaces at end of shift or during emergency situations.
  • Responded quickly to alarms indicating unsafe conditions within the furnace area.
  • Loaded raw materials into furnaces using cranes, hoists, or other lifting devices.
  • Measured temperatures inside furnaces using thermocouples or pyrometers.
  • Worked cooperatively with team members in order to complete tasks efficiently.
  • Reported any malfunctions or operational issues that could affect production quality.
  • Handled tasks such as racking parts, unloading furnaces and programming furnace operations with consistent expertise and attention to detail.
  • Assisted with furnace insulation and coil retrofits as well as programming, 5S implementation and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
  • Maintained quality standards by correctly reading orders and managing processes with high degree of skill.
  • Kept operations in full compliance with quality, environmental, health and safety procedures for protection of workers and general public.

Aluminum Foundry Molder

Federal Mogul
Lake City, MN
01.2004 - 01.2012
  • Operated all of the molding machines and equipment to make aluminum pistons.
  • Operated large automated saw and chop saws to cut risers off molded pistons.
  • Operated heat treat ovens and checked hardness for machining.
  • Examined molds for defects such as cracking, drags and flash.
  • Troubleshot mechanical issues with molding machines and equipment used for molding.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on all molding machinery, saws, central melt and holding furnaces.
  • Prepared all sprays and mud needed to coat molds.
  • Assembled molds on machines per spec for production.
  • Ensured that safety standards were met at all times while operating machinery.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve processes related to molding operations and safety.
  • Repaired damaged molds using welding techniques such as welding and grinding.
  • Set up production runs for the central melt furnace by loading specified amounts of raw aluminum material into hoppers and premade aluminum blocks into the large melting furnace and hauled ladles of molting aluminum to holding furnaces for molders and maintain all temps for 9 furnaces.
  • Department Union Steward and Local 650 Union Officer, Negation Committee Rep, Safety Committee, ISO 9000 Committee and First Responder for many years.

CNC Cell Machine Operator

Federal Mogul
Lake City, MN
01.2000 - 01.2004
  • Set up and operate CNC machines, robot and hone to produce OEM precision heavy duty sleeves.
  • Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
  • Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
  • Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
  • Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
  • Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
  • Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
  • Replace worn tools, sharpen cutting tools, adjust machinery components and program as needed.
  • Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
  • Operate and program robotic arm to run different jobs.
  • Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.
  • Department Union Steward and Local 650 Union Officer, Negation Committee Rep, Safety Committee, ISO 9000 Committee and First Responder for many years.

Molder Operator

OperatorFederal Mogul
Lake City, MN
06.1992 - 01.2000
  • Assembled molds on machines per spec for production.
  • Prepared all sprays and mud needed to coat molds. Ensured that safety standards were met at all times while operating machinery.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve processes related to molding operations and safety.
  • Repaired damaged molds using welding techniques such as welding and grinding.
  • Set up production runs for the central melt furnace by loading specified amounts of raw aluminum material into hoppers and premade aluminum blocks into the large melting furnace and hauled ladles of molting aluminum to holding furnaces for molders and maintain all temps for 9 furnaces.
  • Department Union Steward and Local 650 Union Officer, Negation Committee Rep, Safety Committee, ISO 9000 Committee and First Responder for many years.

Laborer at Ryan's Grain Bins, Farm Hand

Ryan's Grain Bins, Bill Ryan
Millville, MN
06.1985 - 06.1992
  • Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
  • Constructed new and old grain bins. Installed and performed daily maintenance on grain handling equipment such as augers, conveyors, belts and dryers.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety protocols in order to prevent accidents or injuries.
  • Milked Cows and cared for livestock on 5 different farms, including feeding, watering, and providing medical attention when necessary.
  • Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings and equipment.
  • Assisted in branding cattle or tagging sheep and goats for identification purposes.
  • Cleaned out barns, stalls, pens, and other animal enclosures on a regular basis.

Education

Union Leadership, Negations, Arbitration

University of Madison
Madison, WI
06-2020

OperatorFederalRyan'sRyan'sMogulMogulMogulMogulCNC Programming, Blueprint Reading, Robotics

Red Wing Technical Collage
Red Wing, MN
10-2004

Building Utility Maintenance

Rochester Community And Technical Collage
Rochester, MN
12-1990

High School Diploma -

Elgin Millville
Elgin, MN

Skills

  • Manufacturing Experience
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Safety Procedures
  • Hand And Power Tools
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Forklift Operation
  • Production Knowledge
  • Safety Compliance
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Solving Problems
  • Microsoft Applications Skills
  • Production Tracking
  • Equipment Operation
  • Materials Handling
  • Process Improvement
  • Certified Forklift Operator
  • Strategic Thinker
  • Machine Monitoring

Timeline

Process Operator

Tenneco TPL
10.2021 - Current

IBB International Representative

International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Lodge 146
09.2015 - 10.2021

Processes Operator

Federal Mogul TPR
01.2012 - 09.2015

Aluminum Foundry Molder

Federal Mogul
01.2004 - 01.2012

CNC Cell Machine Operator

Federal Mogul
01.2000 - 01.2004

Molder Operator

OperatorFederal Mogul
06.1992 - 01.2000

Laborer at Ryan's Grain Bins, Farm Hand

Ryan's Grain Bins, Bill Ryan
06.1985 - 06.1992

Union Leadership, Negations, Arbitration

University of Madison

OperatorFederalRyan'sRyan'sMogulMogulMogulMogulCNC Programming, Blueprint Reading, Robotics

Red Wing Technical Collage

Building Utility Maintenance

Rochester Community And Technical Collage

High School Diploma -

Elgin Millville

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