Daniel DeGueldre
Ste. Anne,MB
Summary
Accomplished Journeyman Tool & Die Maker at New Flyer Industries with expertise in precision machining and tool design. Proven track record in enhancing production efficiency and quality assurance. Adept at leading a team and managing projects under tight deadlines, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while delivering exceptional results.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Tool & Die Maker
New Flyer Industries
08.2006 - Current
- Manage my shop time to deliver consistent results under tight deadlines, ensuring timely completion of projects without compromising on quality standards.
- Troubleshoot issues with jigs and fixtures in a timely manner, minimizing disruptions to production schedules.
- Design, CAD model and fabricate all forms of specialty hand tools, weld fixtures, drill jigs, assembly tools and dies.
- Machine parts to high quality standards and in accordance with engineering specifications.
- Develop and implement strategic plans to remove and replace components on the bus which have been installed incorrectly and/or position components which were missing at build time.
- Train apprentices and new employees.
- Comply with safety regulations to maintain clean and orderly work areas.
- Well over 2000 hours of lead hand responsibilities and experience.
Owner/Operator
Red River Anodizing & Plating Ltd.
10.2004 - 07.2006
- Designed, built & implemented production equipment.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight tolerances.
- Adhered to all government regulations, including but not limited to chemical waste disposal.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion and diversification.
- Website design and marketing.
Apprentice Tool & Die Maker
Canadian Tool & Die Ltd.
01.1995 - 10.2004
- Measured and scribed metal stock for machining, verifying conformance of machined parts to specifications.
- Cut, shaped and trimmed blanks or blocks to specific lengths or shapes with power saws, power shears, milling machines, engine lathes, surface grinders, cylindrical grinders and hand tools.
- Assisted tool room journeymen in the fabrication of new tooling for productions needs.
- Performed complex machining operations on manual and CNC milling machines.
- MIG welding of steel assemblies.
Education
Tool & Die Maker
Red River Community College
Winnipeg, Manitoba09-2000
Skills
- Machine setup
- Precision machining
- MIG welding of steel and aluminum
- Tool design & fabrication
- Blueprint analysis
- Time management
- Quality assurance
- Safety compliance
- Employee training
Timeline
Journeyman Tool & Die Maker
New Flyer Industries
08.2006 - Current
Owner/Operator
Red River Anodizing & Plating Ltd.
10.2004 - 07.2006
Apprentice Tool & Die Maker
Canadian Tool & Die Ltd.
01.1995 - 10.2004
Tool & Die Maker
Red River Community College
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