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James DeLay

Liberty,NC

Summary

Dynamic Lead Process Engineer with extensive experience at Saueressig, excelling in die manufacturing and process optimization. Proven track record in training global teams and enhancing production efficiency. Skilled in technical documentation and quality assurance, leveraging strong problem-solving abilities to drive operational success. Committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Process Engineer

Saueressig / Frost Converting Systems
Burlington, NC
06.2007 - 04.2025
  • Program, set-up, and operate CNC mills, Lathes, and Cylindrical grinders.
  • Use conventional machine tools to produce steel components.
  • Build and set up rotary cutting, creasing, and embossing dies.
  • Write procedures for all process steps for the manufacturing of segmented rotary dies.
  • Extensive travel to more than 22 countries in Asia and Europe to start up and service rotary dies.
  • Train tooling technicians at various factories around the world to safely and efficiently operate rotary dies.
  • Train new employees in different departments for the production of rotary dies.
  • Held the positions of Production Supervisor, Production Manager, and Technical Manager in Burlington, NC facility.

Class 'AA' Machinist

Madern USA
Apex, NC
03.2002 - 08.2006
  • Program, set-up, and operate CNC mills and lathes
  • Operate cylindrical grinders and surface grinders
  • Troubleshoot and develop machine processes for the manufacturing of rotary dies

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Machine Tool Technology / Tool & Die

Central Carolina Community College
Sanford, NC

Skills

  • Die manufacturing
  • Process optimization
  • Technical documentation
  • Employee training
  • Process troubleshooting
  • Team leadership
  • Quality assurance
  • Troubleshooting
  • Time management
  • Process modification
  • Installation monitoring
  • Decision-making
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Production
  • Advanced mathematics
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Product engineering support
  • Multitasking capacity
  • Process management

Overview

  • I have worked as a machinist/tool maker since 1989. I have helped build companies and teams that operate with the highest level of precision in the industry of rotary dies. I have provided customer support globally in person and by phone/video for 20 years and created valuable trust and relationships with customers.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lead Process Engineer

Saueressig / Frost Converting Systems
06.2007 - 04.2025

Class 'AA' Machinist

Madern USA
03.2002 - 08.2006

Some College (No Degree) - Machine Tool Technology / Tool & Die

Central Carolina Community College

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