Kevin Adams
Grass Lake,MI
Summary
Having worked in a variety of manufacturing facilities I have been provided with a broad knowledge of the work force. In doing so, I have acquired a great deal of experience in many facets of the workplace that will allow me to work well in a team, as well as an individual.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Controls Engineer
Gestamp Automotive
10.2023 - Current
- Setting up new automated processes
- Buying off plc and robotic equipment for new line validation
- Setting up Industrial Automation Ignition systems to interface with process data
- Programming FactoryTalk HMI and Panelview systems
- Create and save program backups for all ethernet devices
- Configure NAT switches and work with IT department to improve remote connectivity
- Full integration of vision systems(Keyence barcode readers, inspection tools)
- Troubleshooting issues with maintenance team.
Process Engineer
Cosma Body Assembly
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Setting up new processes for success
- Improving current processes: cycle time improvements, scrap reduction, part quality, machine lifetime performance, etc
- Compile list of necessary components and submit purchase requests to support projects
- Develop and revise company standards
- Serving as Subject Matter Expert in robotics and developing training programs for new technical hires
- Organizing projects through cross functional department collaboration.
Controls Engineer
Cosma International
06.2019 - 10.2021
- Programming PLC's to improve process and implement new processes
- Programming FactoryTalk HMI and Panelview systems
- Troubleshooting both electrical and process problems.
- Full integration of vision systems(Keyence inspection tools, cognex inspection tools, keyence profiling tools.)
- Assisting maintenance team with complicated issues
Skill trades technician
Cosma International
05.2017 - 07.2019
- Troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, weld issues as they occur
- Working with members of all departments to create and implement continuous improvements
- Adjusting robot programs when necessary
- Perform preventative maintenance.
Robot weld technician
Martinrea
04.2014 - 05.2017
- Program and trouble shoot robots as well as all issues that pertain to the processes they are involved in
- Perform preventative maintenance
- Assist in changeover process
- Assist in equipment install.
CNC Machinist
EATON CORP
10.2013 - 02.2014
- Setup and Operate CNC, use CMM computer inspection tools and hard gauges to verify parts met specification
- Match quality readout to blueprint specifications, offset machine as needed.
Die Setter/Supervisor
TAC Manufacturing
04.2012 - 09.2013
- Lead associates in every day work activities
- Sign off on good-to-go and quality sheets
- Worked with maintenance to insure the machines remained in good running condition
- Log data at the end of the shift
- Load multiple dies throughout the day, adjust machine and robot parameters as needed to efficiently produce quality parts.
CNC Operator/Machinist
Great Lakes Industries
09.2011 - 04.2012
- Operate CNC mill and lathes machines, utilize a variety of gauges( hard gauges, calipers, micrometers, stationary runout tools, comparators) to insure quality, offset machine parameters as needed
- Set up tools for different jobs.
Cell Leader
Melling Tool
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Supervise a team of five operators, utilize a variety of gauges(hard gauges, calipers, micrometers, pneumatic gauging equipment, comparators, CMM computers) to insure quality, set and load a variety of tools(drills, mills, grinders, thread tools), package parts to ship
Drill press operator
Allied Chucker
04.2008 - 08.2010
- Operate machines, utilize a variety of gauges(hard gauges, calipers, micrometers) assist in set up of machines
Education
PLC Certificate -
George Brown College
Associate in Advanced Manufacturing -
Jackson College
Certificate in Welding -
Jackson College
Skills
- Robotic Welding
- Quality Control
- Fanuc and ABB Robots
- Allen Bradley PLC
- Management experience
- Blueprint Reading and measurement tools
Certification
- Journeyman Machine Builder/Robotics, Department of Labor
- Guardlogix Certificate
- Fanuc SpotTool+ Certificate
- Fanuc Electrical Certificate
- Fanuc DCS Certificate
- Solidworks Advanced Training, 06/01/22
- Solidworks Basics, drawings, and Advance courses
- APQP PPAP Core Skills, 05/01/22
- OMNEX Program management training
Timeline
Controls Engineer
Gestamp Automotive
10.2023 - Current
Process Engineer
Cosma Body Assembly
10.2021 - 10.2023
Controls Engineer
Cosma International
06.2019 - 10.2021
Skill trades technician
Cosma International
05.2017 - 07.2019
Robot weld technician
Martinrea
04.2014 - 05.2017
CNC Machinist
EATON CORP
10.2013 - 02.2014
Die Setter/Supervisor
TAC Manufacturing
04.2012 - 09.2013
CNC Operator/Machinist
Great Lakes Industries
09.2011 - 04.2012
Cell Leader
Melling Tool
08.2010 - 06.2011
Drill press operator
Allied Chucker
04.2008 - 08.2010
Associate in Advanced Manufacturing -
Jackson College
Certificate in Welding -
Jackson College
- Journeyman Machine Builder/Robotics, Department of Labor
- Guardlogix Certificate
- Fanuc SpotTool+ Certificate
- Fanuc Electrical Certificate
- Fanuc DCS Certificate
- Solidworks Advanced Training, 06/01/22
- Solidworks Basics, drawings, and Advance courses
- APQP PPAP Core Skills, 05/01/22
- OMNEX Program management training
PLC Certificate -
George Brown College
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