Jamie Curtis
Hastings,NE
Summary
Dynamic Machining/CI Manager, adept at driving continuous improvement initiatives and resolving complex staff conflicts. Proven expertise in budget control and data analysis, successfully managing multiple projects while enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in Six Sigma methodologies and fostering team collaboration to achieve production excellence.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machining/CI Manager
Nebraska Aluminum Castings, Inc.
04.2022 - Current
- Manage the CNC Machining Department, consisting of 2 shifts and 24
operators, setup techs, and programmers, in all daily functions. - Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Schedule all current and forecasted production.
- Schedule all preventative maintenance items.
- Manage and maintain the supply and repair budgets.
- Ensure quality using blue prints as comparison, and through the use of precision measuring tools (e.g. micrometers and calipers).
- Manage a minimum of 12 continuous improvement projects every six months.
- Conduct root cause analysis' and track all OEE, plant wide.
- First Aid Responder.
Engineering Support Specialist
Pete Lien & Sons, Inc.
04.2016 - 05.2021
- Issue and track all Purchase Orders, Project Budget Trackers and Capital Year to Date Reports. Largest Project tracked was for a 3.5 million dollar CIP.
- Issue all project cost tracking reports (e.g. weekly &/or monthly).
- Track all utility usage for every site and plant over 4 different states. Issue reports and sup-allocate the costs.
- Manage and maintain the office building, as well as supplies.
- Manage fleet vehicles, including tracking mileage and fuel usage.
- Collaborated with outside departments to implement system-wide improvements.
District Manager
PMA USA
01.2015 - 04.2016
- Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Manage a team and territory over 2 different states and 6 different territories.
- Manage all current policy holder's accounts and assist in filling claims.
- Recruit new agents and train all new employees.
City Carrier Assistant (CCA)
United States Postal Service
04.2014 - 01.2015
- Used portable devices to maintain system records by scanning items delivered to homes and businesses.
- Engaged customers with pleasant demeanor and offered to help with mail-related issues.
- Planned and cased mail in sequence of delivery for designated route.
- Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.
- Operated vehicles and equipment to transport packages and mail pieces.
- Adhered to strict privacy and tracking policies for handling various types of mail.
Continuous Improvement Technician
TE Connectivity
05.2011 - 04.2014
- Managed development and implementation of lean and continuous improvement manufacturing initiatives across production environment.
- Championed new Lean strategies, framework and project elements to drive multidisciplinary growth and process overhaul.
- Trained production staff on new processes and work instructions.
- First Aid Responder.
Supervisor
Jan's Janitorial of Nebraska
08.2006 - 05.2011
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Administered payroll activities.
- Managed accounts receivable and payable.
- Analyzed blueprints to create quotes for new business.
- Constructed and negotiated contracts with clients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Creek Valley High
Chappell, NE05.2005
Some College (No Degree) - General Requirements
Colby Community College
Colby, KSBachelor of Science - Business Management
Western Governors University
Millcreek, UT05.2026
Skills
- Complex Problem-solving
- Time management
- Financial/Budget oversight
- Inventory management
- Data analysis
- Policy and procedure development
- Documentation and reporting
- Performance management
- ERP Systems
- Six Sigma / Lean
- Technical Writing
- Blueprints
- Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Project management
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Certification through BMGI
- CPR & First Aid
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Full Professional
Timeline
Machining/CI Manager
Nebraska Aluminum Castings, Inc.
04.2022 - Current
Engineering Support Specialist
Pete Lien & Sons, Inc.
04.2016 - 05.2021
District Manager
PMA USA
01.2015 - 04.2016
City Carrier Assistant (CCA)
United States Postal Service
04.2014 - 01.2015
Continuous Improvement Technician
TE Connectivity
05.2011 - 04.2014
Supervisor
Jan's Janitorial of Nebraska
08.2006 - 05.2011
High School Diploma -
Creek Valley High
Some College (No Degree) - General Requirements
Colby Community College
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Western Governors University
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