Danijel Cirkovic
Burnaby,BC
Summary
Dedicated and accomplished Manufacturing Engineer with over 12 years of experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes and enhance operational efficiency. Proficient in implementing lean manufacturing principles and utilizing advanced engineering techniques to streamline production and drive continuous improvement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Raute Corporation
05.2023 - Current
- Evaluated existing procedures and proactively adjusted them to meet evolving demands, promoting the Design for Manufacturability philosophy throughout the organization.
- Oversaw a team of five engineering personnel, coordinating the selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication, and product design operations.
- Fostered a positive and performance-oriented environment by implementing successful reward systems and utilizing lean manufacturing principles to develop and enhance manufacturing methods.
- Improved overall plant safety through strict enforcement of safety protocols and regular audits.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously, adhering strictly to budgetary constraints while delivering high-quality results that exceeded customer expectations.
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing processes and implementing Lean principles, leading continuous improvement initiatives that resulted in significant cost savings and waste reduction.
- Established effective communication channels among departments such as Design, Supply Chain Management, and Project Management, facilitating the smooth flow of information necessary for informed decision-making.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for procurement of capital equipment, ensuring the best value without compromising quality or reliability.
Project Manager
Ebco Industries Ltd.
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Oversee custom manufacturing projects from initiation to completion, including estimating, planning, executing manufacturing and inspection plans, and closing out projects.
- Generate material take-offs from customer-supplied drawings and obtain pricing for required materials.
- Prepare pricing for subcontractors and labor take-offs using industry-standard methodologies for each work center.
- Analyze project scopes and documents to develop pricing proposals, submit bids, and provide accurate cost estimates.
- Manage multiple projects within tight deadlines, catering to both public and private sectors.
- Collaborate with superintendents and estimating managers to prepare competitive bids.
- Monitor awarded projects to ensure cost alignment with estimated expenses.
- Provide ongoing support for projects, including scope management, negotiation, and close-out procedures, incorporating post-mortems and lessons learned.
- Liaise with production and quality assurance personnel to address any machining concerns that may impact estimated costs or project plans.
- Cultivate strong client relationships and deliver tangible results derived from these partnerships.
Manufacturing Engineer and Planner
Ebco Industries Ltd
08.2019 - 03.2022
- Generate material take-offs for purchasing and subcontracted services.
- Assume responsibility for planning complex projects.
- Develop Manufacture & Inspection (M&I) plans.
- Define the sequence of operations and necessary work centers.
- Supervise the workflow throughout the manufacturing process.
- Identify and address issues during manufacturing, implementing appropriate strategies.
- Utilize the ISO 9001 quality program to prevent errors and non-conformances.
- Enhance manufacturing efficiency through analysis of workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
- Assess products for compliance with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) requirements.
- Interpret customer engineering drawings, specifications, and RFQ requirements for purchase analysis.
- Collaborate with purchasers and suppliers to accommodate changes and adjust cost estimates.
- Apply lean manufacturing principles to develop, assess, and refine methods.
Manufacturing Support Technologist
Weir Minerals Canada
12.2016 - 08.2019
- Identify, modify, and plan fabrication, machining, and rubber lining requirements.
- Generate quotes for pump parts (impellers, plates, liners, casings), crushers, and pipe rubber lining.
- Prepare Material Take-Off (MTO).
- Compile traveler package, including Bill of Materials (BOM), traveler, drawings, and supplementary manufacturing documents.
- Establish job structure in ERP systems such as INFOR M3 and SAP and provide office support for them.
- Manage distribution orders from external warehouses, intra-company orders, and stock orders.
- Complete and receipt all stock orders, including calendar jobs.
- Coordinate and execute Lean manufacturing initiatives and improvement projects, and support annual and periodic inventory counts.
- Oversee inventory control within the ERP system and assist in closing shipping orders.
- Provide backup support for Production Scheduling and research and complete Purchase Order (PO) requisitions for manufacturing.
Senior Engineering Technologist
Advanced Integration Technology Canada Inc
04.2013 - 12.2016
- Identified, modified, and planned requirements for fabrication, machining, and assembly of aerospace tooling.
- Established project initiation procedures, including the implementation and maintenance of project directories.
- Created job structures in ERP- Infor VISUAL Jobshop.
- Facilitated parts fabrication by marking up drawings for welding, machining, and assembly shops.
- Managed general administrative tasks, including documentation review and distribution.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to discuss changes in design, manufacturing methods, and assembly processes.
- Supported procurement by assisting with vendor selection and bid evaluations.
- Coordinated the request-for-quote (RFQ) process, ensuring timely distribution and maintaining RFQ logs.
- Reviewed drawings and models for completeness and accuracy, determining processes required for part production.
- Inspected drawings for clarity, producing Design Change Notices (DCNs) for necessary corrections.
- Evaluated drawing designs by measuring dimensions and comparing them with originals.
- Maintained accurate traceability for all manufacturing records and travelers.
- Coordinated with project management and production planning teams to meet On-Time-Delivery.
- Managed cross-functional teams, raised support tickets for production issues, analyzed root causes, and recommended solutions to enhance efficiency.
Machine Operator
K.I.S Tool & Machining
09.2012 - 04.2013
- Developed and interpreted technical drawings to guide manufacturing processes effectively.
- Verified Bill of Materials (BOM) against revisions, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
- Expedited, coordinated, and monitored detailed scheduling, machine loading, and production order routing to meet delivery deadlines and production targets.
- Proficiently operated vertical milling machines for milling, boring, cutting, hole drilling, and tapping.
- Conducted precision lathe machine operations.
- Generated and maintained reports on order status and production progress to facilitate decision-making.
- Ensured cleanliness, organization, and proper maintenance of production areas and equipment for optimal functionality.
- Resolved non-conformance issues promptly to maintain product quality and efficiency.
- Prepared Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) and monthly NCR reports-histograms to track and address quality issues systematically.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Production Management -
University Of Novi Sad (Zrenjanin)
Serbia05.2009
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering -
University Of Belgrade
Serbia05.2007
Secondary School in Electrician -
Electrical Engineering High School - Belgrade
Serbia05.1995
Skills
- Manufacturing
- GD&T
- AutoCAD
- SolidWorks
- Catia V5
- Microsoft Office
- SAP
- INFOR M3
- INFOR VISUAL Jobshop
- INFOR VISUAL Enterprise
- Mechanical Engineering
- Lean Manufacturing
- Project Planning
- 5S methodology
Certification
- Welding Inspector- Level 1 (2020)- Certificate of
Completion - GD&T- Level 1 (2016)
- AutoCAD- 3D modeling (2011)
- Class-5 Driver's License
Timeline
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Raute Corporation
05.2023 - Current
Project Manager
Ebco Industries Ltd.
03.2022 - 05.2023
Manufacturing Engineer and Planner
Ebco Industries Ltd
08.2019 - 03.2022
Manufacturing Support Technologist
Weir Minerals Canada
12.2016 - 08.2019
Senior Engineering Technologist
Advanced Integration Technology Canada Inc
04.2013 - 12.2016
Machine Operator
K.I.S Tool & Machining
09.2012 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Science in Production Management -
University Of Novi Sad (Zrenjanin)
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering -
University Of Belgrade
Secondary School in Electrician -
Electrical Engineering High School - Belgrade
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