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Jim Lopez

Rogers,MN

Summary

Motivated Mechanical/ Manufacturing design Engineer/CNC programmer with over 26 years of experience designing and manufacturing machinery and components. Skilled at implementing complex manufacturing strategies from design phase to being fully operational. Looking for a new opportunity which will allow me to use my design and machining skills to assist in the design and fabrication of built to order projects or product lines. My dedication disciplines me to be the first one in and the last one out, all organizations have excellent ideas with the needs of solutions to fulfill customer needs, my objective would be to provide solutions though my experience and education.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Manufacturing Engineer/Process Manager

B and H Machine
Ramsey, MN
01.2025 - Current
  • Streamlined design-to-manufacturing workflows, reducing time to market for new products.
  • Implemented Lean Manufacturing techniques such as Kaizen events throughout the facility resulting in reduced waste and improved productivity.
  • Performed all programming for CNC mills, mill-turns, and 4-axis lathes using Mastercam.
  • Designed all new products, and reverse-engineered them per customer request.
  • Analyzed production data and identified areas of improvement for increased efficiency in the manufacturing process.
  • Designed, tested, and implemented automated systems to improve production quality and reduce labor costs.
  • Maintained records of all changes made to the CNC programs.
  • Performed all quotes and evolutions for new customers.
  • Addressed and resolved technical concerns to comply with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Performed root cause analysis on defective parts and developed corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all stages of the manufacturing process.
  • Used CAD software to design and refine product concepts for manufacturability.
  • Created all routings and set production standards for cells.
  • Designed molds, tools or fixtures for use in manufacturing processes.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer/Operations Supervisor

QDP Technologies
Ramsey, MN
07.2023 - 12.2024
  • Measured and reviewed performance via KPIs and metrics.
  • Ran day-to-day operations to ensure efficient execution of tasks and processes.
  • Used PDM to control documentation.
  • Designed and built tooling and fixtures for horizontal and vertical mill cells.
  • Developed, planned, and executed manufacturing processes.
  • Used CAD software to design and refine product concepts for manufacturability.
  • Streamlined design-to-manufacturing workflows, reducing time to market for new products.
  • Capital Equipment ROI analysis for continued improvement.
  • Generated reports detailing manufacturing progress through data collection systems.
  • Performed all programming for CNC mills, mill-turns, and 4-axis lathes.
  • Researched new technologies related to CNC programming and machining practices.
  • Contributed to product design and prototype development.
  • Developed and maintained CNC programs for a variety of machining operations.
  • Created technical drawings using CAD software based on customer specifications.
  • New product introduction to manufacturing using concepts with.
  • Provided DFM guidance to junior designers and machinists.
  • Created routings and work orders for production.
  • Practiced time studies on machine cells for capacity and labor hours.
  • Performed root cause analysis on defective parts and developed corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
  • Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.

Manufacturing Engineer/CNC Programmer/Senior Mechanical Designer

Accraply/Barry Wehmiller
Brooklyn Park, MN
04.2009 - 06.2023
  • Global project manager/cell leader for TrIne aftermarket change parts division maintaining over 30 percent margin on all projects.
  • Engineered and designed quick change tooling for high speed labeling equipment such as roll fed and sleevers and pressure sensitive machinery.
  • Reverse engineered competitor products to OEM standards.
  • Application Engineering on complex/custom projects to mitigate risk
  • Estimates on cost and labor for projects
  • Visit customer sites and connect to assure all information is in order
  • Inventor/Creator of insert vacuum drum innovation with over 10 million in revenue sold YTD.
  • Customer quotes/proposals
  • Created design tables in Solidworks for rapid design and CNC program creation.
  • Used PDM to maintain engineering projects and ECN/ECR.
  • Design review and approved conceptions for junior design Engineers.
  • Mechanically designed, released, machined, assembled and shipped built to order specialty projects.
  • CAD/CAM Programmed machine tools with Mastercam to keep up with production/ development demands.
  • Design for manufacturing on legacy components to keep up with current technologies.
  • Contributed to product design and prototype development.
  • USED SMED to optimize manufacturing output.
  • Reduced material costs in past 5 years by 40% achieving new manufacturing methods and suppliers domestic and international.
  • Designed and Fabricated tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
  • Applied computer skills including Manufacturing ERP/MRP systems, Solidworks, PDM, AutoCAD, Mastercam, Veluim CAD.
  • Partnered with procurement organizations on projects and other supplier-related investments and programs.
  • Facilitated vendor development through Engineering and manufacturing activities.
  • Coordinated with vendors, suppliers and manufacturing personnel to resolve technical and quality issues.
  • Oversaw manufacturing projective and program initiatives and administered performance metrics.
  • Delivered technical support in collaboration with Engineering, assembly and machine shop.
  • Engaged in purchase analysis in order to understand and assess technical drawing and specifications submitted by clients.
  • Managed capital equipment through evaluation, selection, run-offs and implementation.
  • Procured difficult to find parts by implementing automated system for identifying and matching suppliers.
  • Disseminated information about cost changes to engineering and design departments, suppliers and customers.
  • Worked from layout and work order, created programs and set up machines to produce required parts.
  • Observed machines for proper functioning and made adjustments to meet specifications and complete work orders on-time and under budget.
  • Trained, directed and instructed junior machinist how to operate and program machine tools.

Manufacturing Engineer/CNC Programmer

Accraply California
Ontario, CA
08.2004 - 04.2009
  • CAD/CAM Programmed machine tools with Mastercam to keep up with production/ development demands.
  • Managed flow on manufacturing cells to keep up with production needs.
  • Performed calculations, determined materials to be cut and translated instructions into computer automated manufacturing (CAM) program.
  • Designed and machined and jigs and fixtures needed for production.
  • Analyzed engineering models/drawings to define the sequence of machining operations to ensure that the design intent and component quality is achieved.
  • Coordinated with vendors, suppliers and manufacturing personnel to resolve technical and quality issues.
  • Oversaw manufacturing projective and program initiatives and administered performance metrics.
  • Maintained current knowledge base of manufacturing industry best practices for lean manufacturing, demand flow technology, statistical process control.
  • Disseminated information about cost changes to engineering and design departments, suppliers and customers.
  • Performed calculations, determined materials to be cut and translated instructions into computer automated manufacturing (CAM) program.
  • Verified proper functioning of machinery and corrected problems with CNC programs to produce quality work in line with specifications.
  • Set-up and operated lathes, mills and grinders to cut raw materials.
  • Set up, adjusted or operated basic or specialized machine tools to support precision machining operations.
  • Set sequences of machine operations and attached proper cutting tools to make precise cuts.
  • Designed, released, machined, assembled and shipped built to order specialty projects.

CNC Programmer/Lead Mechanical Designer

BENNETT MFG & ENGINEERNING
Ontario, CA
03.2001 - 06.2005
  • Programmed and Set up CNC Mills and Lathes.
  • Programmed parts using Mastercam 9.0v lathe/ Mill.
  • Designed fixture and Jigs using Mastercam 9.0 V.
  • Designed components using Autocad V14.00.
  • Reversed Engineered parts for Club CC golf carts and aftermarket Kenworth/Mack and other truck manufactures.
  • Aerospace machining holding tolerances of .0005 and true positions of .001.
  • Plastic manufacturing of molded and high tolerance components.
  • Developed 3D models and parts to provide ultimate control over precision and help clients and stakeholders visualize projects.
  • Used CAD software to create models and simulations for use by manufacturing team.
  • Designed innovative component and module replacements for existing machinery which improved functioning and durability of equipment.

CNC Programmer/Machinist

MARLEE MFG
Ontario, CA
06.1999 - 07.2004
  • Manufacturing cell manager for CNC Mills and Swiss CNC lathes
  • Setup and operated multi axis machine tools mills/lathes
  • Contributed to product design and prototype development of new products
  • Programmed machine tools using Mastercam/ Solid edge
  • Conducted first articles and line checks for all projects.
  • Verified proper functioning of machinery and corrected problems with CNC programs to produce quality work in line with specifications.
  • Reversed engineered for scale ad feature change
  • Worked on capital expenditures for new equipment.
  • Helped set up DNC for over 50 machines with specific post processors for machine tools
  • Maintained machines with regular repairs and removal of worn or broken tooling or dies.
  • Input commands into CNC machines for pattern management and graphic displays on terminal screens.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Followed safety practices when loading and unloading parts on machinery.
  • Edited speeds and feeds in CNC program for different production runs.
  • Troubleshot machinery and programming issues to exceed production goals.
  • Set up, adjusted or operated basic or specialized machine tools to support precision machining operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Fontana High School
Fontana, CA
06.1999

Some College (No Degree) - Machine Tool Technology

San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CA

Technical Diploma - Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology

NTMA Training Centers of Southern California
Ontario, CA
10.2003

Associate of Applied Science - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)

Mt San Antonio College
Walnut, CA
08.2001

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA
05-2004

SOLIDWORKS CERTIFIED OPERATOR DIPLOMA/ 3D PRINTING - Engineering Technology

Hennepin Technical College
Minneapolis, MN
09.2012

Skills

  • Senior mechanical designer
  • Senior manufacturing designer
  • Lean manufacturing, DFM, Kanban/Pull systems, 7s, SMED, TPM
  • Application Engineering
  • Project estimator for cost and labor
  • CNC multi-axis vertical/horizontal since 1998; Fanuc controls, Mazatrol, Ez-path, standard G and M coding
  • CNC multi-axis lathe and Swiss set machinist since: Mori Seiki, Mazak, Fadal, Haas, Okuma, Hitachi Seiki, Viper, Hurco
  • SolidWorks PDM user since 2018
  • SolidWorks certified operator user since 2001, V9
  • SolidWorks for Mastercam CAD/CAM since 2017
  • AutoCAD has been in use since 2001
  • Mastercam Mill, Lathe, Design, and Solids since 1999, V9 to V23
  • Manual mill and lathe machinist
  • Industrial Engineering, Plant layouts
  • Technical writing, ECN
  • Team leadership
  • Production monitoring
  • ERP-XA has been informing since 2004
  • Job Boss
  • DNC experience in setting up machine tools and post-processors
  • Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Visio
  • Project management and leadership
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • LEAN/Six Sigma training, L3, 5S training
  • CNC programming and machinist training
  • Packaging assembly processes and failure analysis
  • ASME/ISO standards
  • ISO 9001, AS 9100, ISO 13485
  • Business product improvement/NPD
  • Plastics manufacturing
  • Thermodynamics of materials
  • 3D printing: Stratasys, Markforged, FDM, Resin
  • Customer relations specialist
  • Rapid prototyping
  • Supply chain sourcing, procurement collaboration
  • Metallurgy process discipline, CMM Zeiss Calypso, Minitab
  • SAP Experience
  • A3 problem solving experience

Timeline

Senior Manufacturing Engineer/Process Manager

B and H Machine
01.2025 - Current

Senior Manufacturing Engineer/Operations Supervisor

QDP Technologies
07.2023 - 12.2024

Manufacturing Engineer/CNC Programmer/Senior Mechanical Designer

Accraply/Barry Wehmiller
04.2009 - 06.2023

Manufacturing Engineer/CNC Programmer

Accraply California
08.2004 - 04.2009

CNC Programmer/Lead Mechanical Designer

BENNETT MFG & ENGINEERNING
03.2001 - 06.2005

CNC Programmer/Machinist

MARLEE MFG
06.1999 - 07.2004

High School Diploma -

Fontana High School

Some College (No Degree) - Machine Tool Technology

San Bernardino Valley College

Technical Diploma - Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology

NTMA Training Centers of Southern California

Associate of Applied Science - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)

Mt San Antonio College

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

SOLIDWORKS CERTIFIED OPERATOR DIPLOMA/ 3D PRINTING - Engineering Technology

Hennepin Technical College

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