Lucas D'Amato
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Innovative Industrial Engineer with a robust background in optimizing manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and product quality. Combines expertise in technology with hands-on experience in custom design and construction, excelling in 3D modeling, handmade furniture fabrication, and industrial automation. Proven success in streamlining operations and proficient in 3D modeling. Dedicated to continuous improvement and practical innovation.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Contractor
Self-employeed
08.2023 - Current
- Engineered and fabricated custom, handmade furniture pieces, notable for a coffee table integrating sliding tambour doors crafted from ash, walnut, and white oak.
- Executed functional and aesthetic enhancements for Daar Engineering's office space, including installation of interior window and construction of a solid walnut countertop for the break room, and development of a custom, tailored reception desk to improve front office functionality.
- Managed client engagement, detailed 3D modeling, material acquisition, and the physical construction process, showcasing a robust proficiency across both project management and technical execution spheres.
- Achieved advanced proficiency in Fusion360, applying precision modeling techniques to facilitate innovative and tailored design solutions in construction and furniture projects.
Industrial Engineer
Global Power Components
01.2022 - Current
- Developed Excel VBA application to streamline production cut list generation for each machine, utilizing only BOM and few inputs from production drawings. This solution led to a 90% reduction in engineering time and significantly minimized operator errors and rework.
- Established a generator inspection system at our storage partner's facility to mitigate water damage and other defects during transit from the manufacturer to our location. This proactive measure successfully reduced customer and internal complaints from an average of 1 per week to just 0.2 per week.
- Utilized Microsoft Forms, Excel online, and Power Automate to gather and analyze inspection data and distribute reports automatically.
- Designed and implemented new work stations and preventative maintenance plans in front end for the folding machine.
- Designed machine programs for specialized parts on the folding machine as needed. Ensured quality and correctness from initial issue to installation.
- Established product processes and standards for three unique machines specific to a new product, including the development and documentation of work procedures and comprehensive work instructions.
- Enhanced new product part designs and manufacturing techniques, emphasizing material optimization and processing time reduction to improve overall efficiency and resource usage.
- Collaborated with design engineering teams to refine part designs, minimizing inconsistencies and errors throughout the transition from design to the manufacturing floor.
Industrial Engineering Technician
WoodgeniX, LLC
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Improved manufacturing production in assembly cells using lean methodologies and line balancing.
- Developed and executed a strategic plan for production-floor material handling carts, streamlining changeover and manufacturing processes.
- Designed and introduced a line-side Kanban inventory cart to minimize downtime and enhance productivity within the assembly cell.
- Collaborated with a third-party automation company to engineer a specialized tool for the assembly cell, targeting a reduction in production time for the drilling step.
- Created comprehensive work instructions to support the seamless automation of the drawer box assembly process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Milwaukee School of Engineering
Milwaukee, WI11.2021
Skills
- SolidWorks
- AutoCAD
- Fusion360
- Excel VBA
- Sheet Metal Fabrication
- Office360
- Workflow Design
- Verbal and Written Communication
Hobbies
Woodworking ⁃ Furniture Design ⁃ General Remodeling and Interior Design ⁃ Soccer
Timeline
Independent Contractor
Self-employeed
08.2023 - Current
Industrial Engineer
Global Power Components
01.2022 - Current
Industrial Engineering Technician
WoodgeniX, LLC
06.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Milwaukee School of Engineering