Luke Kliphuis
Holland
Summary
Dynamic professional with strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to continuous learning. Excellent communication and teamwork skills facilitate effective collaboration, while proven adaptability to new environments ensures swift integration into diverse teams. Poised to tackle challenges head-on, contributing to organizational objectives with enthusiasm and dedication. A positive attitude drives the pursuit of team success and personal growth, making a valuable addition to any workplace.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Tool Maker
Metal Flow
02.2024 - Current
- Inspected tool quality and performance, implementing adjustments to enhance durability and functionality.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to design innovative tooling solutions for complex manufacturing challenges.
- Streamlined tool-making processes by introducing lean manufacturing principles, reducing waste, and improving turnaround times.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for machine malfunctions, ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining production schedules.
- Reduced machine downtime by troubleshooting and resolving tool-related issues promptly.
- Optimized tool performance through meticulous maintenance, inspection, and repair of production tools.
- Promoted a positive work culture that fostered teamwork, open communication, and continuous improvement among team members.
- Sustained a high level of craftsmanship, adhering to industry standards and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of advancements in tool making technology.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to develop innovative designs for improved manufacturing efficiency.
- Polished and refined tool surfaces, both flat and contoured using abrasive stones, power grinders, and emery cloths.
- Assessed need and resourcefully designed jigs, fixtures, and templates to aid in production efficiency.
- Inspected final products for quality and functionality.
- Requisitioned replacement tools, parts, and equipment.
- Kept track of material and supply inventories.
- Monitored production and made improvements for quality and productivity.
Journeyman Tool Maker Apprentice
ITW Drawform
10.2019 - 01.2024
- Developed new project tooling to meet exact tolerances.
- Adjusted and ground dies, tools and parts after production to assure quality control and usability.
- Polished and refined tool surfaces, both flat and contoured using abrasive stones, power grinders and emery cloths.
- Assessed need and resourcefully designed jigs, fixtures and templates to aid in production efficiency.
- Coordinated and planned operation sequences based on blueprint and model schematics.
- Inspected final products for quality and functionality.
- Read and stuck to detailed production schedules.
- Kept track of material and supply inventories.
- Requisitioned replacement tools, parts and equipment.
- Created blueprints for new tool designs.
Die Setter
ITW Drawform
01.2017 - 10.2019
- Set up and adjust dies for production runs to ensure quality standards.
- Operate and troubleshoot stamping presses to optimize efficiency and minimize downtime.
- Monitor production processes, identifying and addressing issues to maintain workflow consistency.
- Train and mentor junior setters on die handling techniques and safety protocols.
- Oversee daily operations of die setting team, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and best practices.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following all safety guidelines and procedures while operating machinery.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding any concerns or issues related to die setting operations.
- Collaborated closely with tooling department for proper die storage, handling, and transportation within the facility.
- Collaborated with production team to meet daily quotas, ensuring on-time delivery of products to customers.
Chaplain Assistant
US Army
12.2012 - 01.2017
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
- Applied knowledge regarding crisis interventions to assist in emergency situations.
- Met with individuals, discussed issues compassionately and determined appropriate type of involvement to meet spiritual needs.
- Managed office and maintained records and files to offload administrative duties from chaplain.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
- Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Infantryman (11B)
US Army
02.2009 - 10.2012
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency, and knowledgeable assistance.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Maintained secure communication systems to relay information to and from command teams.
- Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
- Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
- Trained new infantry soldiers on standard operating procedures.
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of weapons and equipment to preserve operational readiness.
- Analyzed terrain to identify advantageous positions for operations.
- Instructed squad members on proper use of weapons and equipment.
- Installed, operated and maintained field communications equipment.
- Conducted safety briefings for squad members prior to missions.
- Applied first aid to squad members at camps and on battlefield.
Education
Journeyman Apprentice Program - Journeyman ToolMaker
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI08-2024
Skills
- Equipment Safety
- Work Orders
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Tool Repair History
- Adjusting Machine Parts
- Safety Practices
- Project Management
- Tooling Service and Repair
- Production Records
- Technical Direction
- Engineering Schematics
- Heat Treating
- Bench Fittings
- Protective Coatings
- Surface Grinding
- Production Operations
- Project Deadlines
- Technical Documentation
- Data Entry
- Tool Management
- Blueprint Reading
- Production Goals
- Production Standards
- Drilling Machines
- Advanced Troubleshooting
- Product Management
- Design Standards
- Press Inspection
- Productivity Improvements
- Parts Replacement
- Quality Production
- Troubleshooting and Modifications
- Metal Stamping
- Inventory Records
- Customer Satisfaction
- OSHA Standards
- Tooling Design
- Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP)
- Tool Dies
- Manual milling
- Precision machining
- Surface grinding
- Welding
- Jigs
- Pneumatic tools
- Heat treatment
- Material selection
- Geometric dimensioning
- Milling
- Press breakdown
- Mechanical press operation
- Manual turning
- Lathing
- Computer skills
- Tool maintenance
- Safety procedures
- Pneumatic systems
- Measurement tools
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Hand tool safety
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Quality inspection
- Team building
Certification
- Journeyman Toolmaker Apprenticeship - October 2019-August 2024
Timeline
Journeyman Tool Maker
Metal Flow
02.2024 - Current
Journeyman Tool Maker Apprentice
ITW Drawform
10.2019 - 01.2024
Die Setter
ITW Drawform
01.2017 - 10.2019
Chaplain Assistant
US Army
12.2012 - 01.2017
Infantryman (11B)
US Army
02.2009 - 10.2012
Journeyman Apprentice Program - Journeyman ToolMaker
Grand Rapids Community College