NICK SCHMOLDT

Demonstrated ability to contribute to manufacturing floor success through effective project management and innovative solutions. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiency and achieve organizational goals.

• Project Management - Equipment procurement and commissioning, internal machine design and construction
• Mechanical Design - Machine design, equipment upgrades, reverse engineering
• PLC Programming - Studio 5000, RS Logix 500, and Connected Components
• HMI Development - Factory Talk, Connected Components, Easy Builder
• Control System Design - New designs and upgrades
• Motion Control - VFD's, DC drives, stepper motors and servos

Gained experience in various aspects of manufacturing equipment, including retrofits, commissioning, machine building, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.

• Robot Programming - Fanuc, Yamaha, Intelligent Actuator, Sepro
• Machine Vision Systems - Fanuc IRvision, Cognex, Keyence
• PLC Programming - Studio 5000, Twincat, Eaton Easysoft
• Mechanical Design - Solidworks, Inventor, AutoCAD

• Experience across several metal forming processes including transfer, progressive and fine blank presses
• Setting up and troubleshooting die sets
• Developing new die sets and processes with Engineering and Tool & Die makers
• Identifying areas for continuous improvement and participation in Kaizen and 5S events

• Maintenance experience across all aspects of the company including facilities, equipment, and vehicles
• Performing PM's on equipment including welders, air compressors, and sprinkler systems
• Diagnosing and repairing electrical, mechanical and hydraulic equipment

• Youth apprenticeship program through LDI Industries product design department
• Creating 3D CAD models of current and new products
• Supplying manufacturing personnel with required drawings
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results.