American Seating Company
Industry: Manufacturing company
DescriptionAmerican Seating Inc. is a company specializing in the production of chairs and other seating, including seats for rail transport and public transportation, schools and churches. Founded in 1886 as the Grand Rapids School Furniture Company, the company is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA. Headquarters: Grand Rapids, MI Founded: 1886
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American Seating Company Employees
Abbvie 2015 - Present
Stryker December 2012 - August 2015
Stryker Instruments September 2010 - December 2012
Fulton Innovation LLC January 2010 - August 2010
American Seating Company January 2010 - August 2010
Inrad Inc January 2008 - August 2010
Move International August 2008 - December 2008
Innotec May 2007 - August 2007
HS Die & Engineering May 2006 - May 2007
GrassChoppers March 2002 - August 2005
Skills
Solidworks, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Documentation, Statistics, Product Development, PowerPoint, Software Documentation, Product Design, Microsoft Word, Manufacturing, FMEA, Medical Devices, Testing, Microsoft Excel, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Engineering, SolidWorks
Education
Western Michigan University - Haworth College of Business 2011 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Management
The George Washington University 2012 — 2012
Associate Project Management Certificate, Management
Grand Valley State University 2005 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Engineering; Product Design and Manufacturing Engineering
Johnson Controls April 2011 - Present
American Seating Company March 2007 - March 2011
American Seating Company December 2003 - May 2007
Hart & Cooley, Inc. 2000 - 2003
Innotec 1993 - 2000
Skills
Engineering, FMEA, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lithium-ion Batteries, Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Design for Manufacturing, PPAP, Value Stream Mapping, APQP, GD&T, Injection Molding, Mechanical Engineering, Sheet Metal, SPC, Continuous Improvement, 5S, Kaizen, Engineering Management, Root Cause Analysis, Automotive, Six Sigma, Product Development, Product Design, Process Engineering, Manufacturing..., DMAIC
Education
Calvin College 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
Holland Christian
Core Services Group, LLC April 2014 - Present
Amway October 2005 - April 2014
American Seating Company July 2003 - October 2005
Johnson Controls July 2002 - July 2003
Herman Miller February 1996 - February 2002
Hughes Space and Communications August 1987 - February 1995
Bertsch Company 1994 - 1995
Skills
SQL, ERP, Problem Solving, JD Edwards, C, Software Development, Unix, Programming
Education
University of Michigan 1984 — 1987
BSEE, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science
Grand Rapids Community College 1982 — 1984
Associate, Engineering
National Office Furniture 2008 - Present
Workplace Resource, A Herman Miller Company 2006 - 2008
American Seating Company 2004 - 2006
Manufacturers Representative Group 1997 - 2004
Thorn Service International, Pitney Bowes, Thomson Consumer electronics 1978 - 1997
Skills
Direct Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Computer proficiency:..., Building Strong..., Enhancing Profitability, Leadership & Management, Client Needs Assessment, Enterprise Account..., Key Account..., Key Account Management, Business-to-Business..., Consultative Sales..., Vendor Interaction, Market Share Expansion, Product & Technology..., Executive-Level..., Strategic Negotiations, Group Presentations, Strong Business Acumen, Distribution Networks, Identifying ROI..., Brand Recognition, Contract Strategies &..., Customer Retention, High-Impact Sales..., Product Promotions, Exceeding Corporate..., Strategic Planning for..., Customer Relationship..., Generating Profitable..., Strong Business..., Sales & Marketing, Expanding Market Share, Revenue Growth..., Performance Consistency, National Account..., Client Requirements..., Space Planning &..., Technical Solution..., Vendor Relationships, Office Furniture Sales, Innovative Office..., Sales Process, Long-term Customer..., International Markets, Major New Business..., Identifying & Capturing..., Negotiation, Customer Service
Education
Fullerton College
Associate in Computer Science, Computer Science
Electronics Institute
Diploma with Honors, Digital Electronics and Microprocessing Technology
Electronics Institute
Diploma, Solid State Electronics and TV Servicing
Superior Fabrication Company, LLC June 2014 - Present
Northwater Group, Inc. DBA Riverview Resort and Marina May 2012 - Present
Innovative Composites Inc. January 2012 - May 2014
American Seating Company June 2011 - December 2011
American Seating Company August 2005 - June 2011
American Seating Company February 2004 - August 2005
Yale Lift Tech, Division of Columbus McKinnon April 2002 - January 2004
Skills
Solidworks, AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, FEA, Finite Element Analysis, Marinas, Mechanical, Boat, Boating, Engineering Management, Product Development, CAD, Inventor, Mechanical Engineering, Sheet Metal, SolidWorks, Engineering
Education
Calvin College 1998 — 2002
Bachelors of Science Engineering with Mechanical Concentration
Wayland Union High School 1994 — 1998
High School
CES Medical,LLC August 2014 - Present
Lincare August 2009 - August 2014
Drive Time July 2003 - June 2006
Kewaunee Scientific Corp. October 1988 - February 2001
American Seating Company October 1981 - September 1988
Skills
Customer Service, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Sales, Account Management, Team Building, Direct Sales, Management, Call Centers, Public Speaking, Healthcare, Sales Management, Customer Satisfaction, Team Leadership, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning
Education
Earlham College 1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Education/Business
American Seating Company August 2014 - Present
American Seating Company August 2013 - Present
Business Development January 2009 - August 2012
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Research, Customer Service, Teamwork, Social Media, Time Management, Public Speaking, Leadership, Financial Analysis, Facebook, Event Planning, Sales, Data Analysis, SPSS, English, Marketing, Photoshop
Education
Grand Valley State University 2013 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Grand Valley State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Economics
Gordon Food Service January 2014 - Present
Gordon Food Service October 2013 - Present
Gordon Food Service 2010 - Present
American Seating Company October 2009 - October 2010
Starbucks 2001 - 2010
American Seating January 2008 - October 2009
American Seating Company 2004 - 2007
Skills
Creative Strategy, Project Implementation, Event Planning, Public Relations, Copywriting, Advertising, Press Releases, Trade Shows, Promotions, Marketing Communications, Brochures, Direct Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Brand Development, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Word, Excel, Writing, PowerPoint, Budgeting, Media Relations, Event Management, Editing, Social Media Marketing, Outlook, Online Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Email Marketing, Community Relations, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, Creative Direction, Team Building, Account Management, New Business Development, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Project Management, Budgets, Sales, Graphic Design
Education
Aquinas College 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Science, Communications
Meijer 2015 - Present
American Seating Company 2014 - 2015
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Family of Companies (Formerly AJS Realty) 2003 - June 2014
Porter Hills Retirement Communities and Services 2001 - 2003
Old Kent/Fifth Third Bank 1998 - 2001
Skills
Benefits Administration, Onboarding, Employee Benefits, Employee Relations, HRIS, Training, Recruiting, Human Resources, College Recruiting, New Hire Orientations, Buyer Representation, Applicant Tracking...
Education
Grand Valley State University
BA, Business Administration/Human Resource Management
Grandville
S- Cargo Trailers January 2012 - Present
Straits Area Heritage Society February 2000 - September 2003
Detroit Public Library January 1992 - December 1994
American Seating Company June 1970 - May 1971
Skills
Reconfiguration of..., Museums, Research, Archives, Construction, Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Business Strategy, Interim Management, Sales Management, Start-ups, Construction Management, Strategic Planning, Project Management
Education
Bridgerland Applied Technology College 2011 — 2012
Welding, Basic electronics
Wayne State University 1989 — 2001
B.A.(L.A's), M.A.,( L.A's) W/ Archival Admin. Certification, Historic Facilities Mgt. Living Hist. programs, Collections Mgt., Fine Arts, 3.88
S. Abraham & Sons February 2006 - Present
Eagle Ottawa March 1994 - February 2006
American Seating Company October 1986 - February 1994
Skills
IBM iSeries, SQL, System Administration, ERP, Business Analysis, Troubleshooting, IT Management, Integration, Databases, Software Development, Systems Analysis, DB2, Visio, Microsoft SQL Server, SDLC
Education
Davenport University 1988 — 1990
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Computer Information Systems
Davenport University 1981 — 1984
Associate in Business Administration, Accounting and Computer Science
American Seating Company September 1997 - Present
WZZM 13 October 1996 - September 1997
WZZM 13 1996 - 1997
Verspoor,Waalkes, Lalley, Slotsema & Talen, PC May 1993 - August 1994
Steelcase April 1985 - July 1990
Skills
Outlook, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Process Scheduler, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Adobe Acrobat, Inventory Management, Event Management, Accounts Receivable, Sales, IBM iSeries, Access, Office Management, Employee Relations, Purchasing, Budgets, First Impressions, Receptionist Duties, Strategic Planning
Education
Davenport University 1992 — 1994
Pemberton High, Pemberton, NJ 1969 — 1974
Haworth May 2014 - Present
Vanerum•Stelter April 2013 - May 2014
American Seating Company August 2012 - April 2013
American Seating Company September 2011 - August 2012
Eccentric Entertainment October 2010 - April 2011
Guess? June 2010 - January 2011
Guess? May 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Market Research, Facebook, Trade Shows, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Direct Marketing, Event Management, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Product Management, Social Media, Market Planning
Education
Grand Valley State University 2011 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Grand Valley State University 2007 — 2011
BBA, Marketing with Sales Emphasis
Fox Transport Services, Inc. July 2012 - Present
American Seating Company December 2011 - March 2012
Equity Logistics January 2011 - March 2012
Equity Transportation December 2010 - March 2012
Equity Logistics January 2011 - December 2011
Equity Transportation September 2007 - December 2010
Equity Transportation April 2007 - September 2007
Equity Transportation June 2002 - April 2007
Skills
LTL, Truckload, Transportation, Transportation..., 3PL, Shipping, Logistics, Military Logistics, Warehousing, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management, Tape Management, Trucking, Supply Chain, Freight, Logistics Management, Customer Service, Operations Management, Reverse Logistics, DOT regulations
Education
Pasco Hernando Community College, Dade 2008 — 2009
Associates
Grand Valley State University
Johnson Controls May 2014 - Present
Imperial Metal Products March 2014 - May 2014
Best Metal Products November 2013 - March 2014
American Seating Company October 2012 - November 2013
Imperial Metal Products March 2012 - November 2013
American Seating Company May 2011 - October 2012
Benteler Aluminum Systems April 2010 - September 2010
Innotec Corporation January 2008 - January 2009
Michigan Department of Transportation January 2006 - January 2007
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Solidworks, Pro Engineer, Product Design, AutoCAD, Inventor, Inventory Management, GD&T, PLC Programming, HMI Programming, 5S, Systems Implementation, Welding, CNC Programming, C, Stamping
Education
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
Acuity Institute 2012 — 2012
Certification, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Delta College. University
Associates, Science
Open Systems Technologies, Inc. February 2015 - Present
American Seating Company May 2013 - February 2015
Steelcase November 2010 - February 2013
Steelcase June 2009 - October 2010
Steelcase October 2007 - May 2009
Skills
Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Product Development, Competitive Analysis, B2B, Product Launch, Marketing, Market Research, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Market Planning, Digital Marketing, Marketing Research, Brand Development, Integrated Marketing, Product Management, Email Marketing, Account Management, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Budgets, Event Planning, Sales, Strategy, Trade Shows
Education
Grand Valley State University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Advertising / Public Relations and Photography
nora systems, Inc. January 2015 - Present
American Seating Company May 2013 - Present
BKM December 2012 - May 2013
KI August 2005 - December 2012
KI 2005 - December 2012
Krueger International 2005 - 2012
Administrative Resource Options 2000 - 2004
Wright Line 1994 - 2000
Skills
Move Management, Interior Design, Account Management, Space-planning, New Business Development, Business Development, Furniture, Sales, Sales Process, Management, Sales Management, B2B, Space planning, Product Development, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, Budgets, Marketing, Selling, Sales Presentations, Time Management, Retail, Negotiation, Sales Operations, Purchasing, Key Account Management, Contract Negotiation, Customer Satisfaction, Solution Selling, Cold Calling, Trade Shows, Salesforce.com, Direct Sales, Furnishings, Product Marketing, FF&E, Selling Skills, Space Planning
Education
California State University-Northridge
Bacherlor of Science, Speec Communication/Sales Marketing
Haworth January 2013 - Present
Haworth September 2006 - December 2012
Haworth, Inc. August 1996 - September 2006
Donnelly Corporation 1997 - 1998
American Seating Company August 1994 - August 1996
Herman Miller Inc. June 1989 - June 1994
Skills
Creative Problem Solving, Strategic Planning, Innovation, Interior Design, Rendering, Facilities Management, Product Development, Furniture, Space-planning, Sustainable Design, CAD, SketchUp, AutoCAD, Renovation, Revit, Sustainability, Project Management, Sketching, Space planning, Graphic Design, Management, FF&E, Design Research, Furnishings, Product Design, Design Strategy, Concept Design, Floor Plans, Design Management, Space Planning
Education
Grand Valley State University 1998 — 2002
MS, Computer Science
Michigan State University 1989 — 1996
MA, Facilities Design and Management
Northern Arizona University 1981 — 1986
Bachelor’s Degree, Interior Design
Sahuarita High School 1978 — 1981
Gaines Charter Township February 2012 - Present
Sales and Distribution / Midwest March 2008 - September 2010
American Seating Company June 1997 - March 2008
Witmark, Inc. 1983 - 1997
Skills
Project Management, Data Center, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows, Windows Server, VMware, Disaster Recovery, Operating Systems, Security, IT Management, Visio, Training, Servers, Process Improvement
Education
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Valley State University
National Heritage Academies July 2012 - Present
Ranir LLC June 2010 - September 2011
American Seating Company August 2004 - January 2010
X-Rite March 1998 - May 2004
Haworth April 1993 - February 1998
Skills
Negotiation, Project Management, Cross-functional Team..., CRM, Management, Leadership, Program Management, Marketing Communications, Contract Negotiation, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Strategy, Sales, Microsoft Office, Product Marketing, Account Management, Team Leadership, B2B, New Business Development, Continuous Improvement, Marketing, Product Development, Customer Service, Budgets, Marketing Strategy
Education
Davenport University 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration, Emphasis on Marketing & Communication
Corvac Composites, LLC April 2013 - Present
Center for Coaching & Leadership Development August 2012 - April 2013
American Seating Company March 2006 - August 2012
Cascade Die Casting Group, Inc. August 1995 - March 2006
American Seating Company September 1987 - August 1995
American Seating Company February 1983 - September 1987
American Seating Company August 1979 - February 1983
American Seating Company August 1978 - August 1979
Skills
Management, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Human Resources, Project Management, Employee Relations, Succession Planning, Performance Management, Team Building, HRIS, Training, Strategic Planning, Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, Organizational..., Employee Benefits, Onboarding, Benefits Administration, Personnel Management, Contract Negotiation, Recruiting, Leadership, Customer Service, Labor Relations, Talent Management, Coaching, Applicant Tracking..., Budgets, Leadership Development, Deferred Compensation, Organizational..., Negotiation, HR Policies, New Hire Orientations
Education
Aquinas College 1990 — 1996
Management
Hope College 1974 — 1978
BA, Psychology
American Seating Company September 2013 - Present
Skills
Purchasing Negotiations, Strategic Sourcing, Sourcing & Procurement, Negotiation, Supply Chain..., Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Supply Management, Supply Chain Operations, Procurement, MRP, Materials Management, Lean Manufacturing, Production Planning, Management, Forecasting, ERP, Contract Negotiation, Kaizen, Pricing, Supplier Development, Contract Management, Strategy, Team Building, Analysis, Automotive, Inventory Management, Continuous Improvement, Program Management, Product Development, Global Sourcing, Cross-functional Team..., Kanban, Warehousing, Inventory Control, Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Operations Management, Sourcing, Process Scheduler, Budgets, 5S
Education
Grand Valley State University 1985 — 1990
BS, Economics
Shifting Gears
American Seating Company April 2012 - Present
KI Krueger International May 2006 - April 2012
Inscape March 2004 - April 2006
Haworth December 2002 - March 2004
Teknion 1995 - 2002
Skills
Staff Management, Architecture, Furniture, Team Building, Negotiation, Management, Contract Negotiation, Architectures, Strategic Planning, Direct Sales, Sales Management, Sales Operations
Education
Arizona State University 1986 — 1990
design, interior design, industrial design, architecture
notre dame
American Seating Company December 2012 - Present
Irwin Seating Company May 2008 - December 2012
The HON Company January 2007 - February 2008
Davidson Plyforms June 2007 - August 2007
Spring Hill Camps June 2006 - August 2006
IRT - Integrative Resin Technologies June 2005 - August 2005
Integrative Resin Technologies June 2005 - August 2005
Thornapple Point Golf Course June 2004 - August 2004
Skills
SMED, Lean Manufacturing, AutoCAD, Project Management, Management, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, Product Design, Design for Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Value Stream Mapping, Pro Engineer, SPC, FMEA, Injection Molding, APQP, Cnc, GD&T, 5S, Product Development, Machine Tools, PTC Creo, CNC
Education
Central Michigan University 2004 — 2008
Bachelors, Industrial Technology Management
Central Michigan University
Bachelors of Science Degree, Industrial Technology Management
Forest Hills Northern High School 2000 — 2003
Diploma, General Ed
Triangle Associates September 1997 - December 2010
Huber Hunt & Nichols 1995 - 1997
ITT Automotive 1993 - 1995
Various 1992 - 1993
Steelcase 1986 - 1991
Haworth 1984 - 1986
American Seating Company 1983 - 1984
Skills
LEED AP, Customer Satisfaction, Construction Management, Real Estate Development, Construction, Renovation, Pre-construction, HVAC, Subcontracting
Education
Michigan Technological University 1980 — 1983
BSME, Manufacturing
Grand Rapids Community College 1977 — 1980
AS Engineering
Bayside Capital Management December 2014 - Present
Self-employed July 2013 - Present
Bredeweg & Zylstra, PLC July 2008 - April 2015
Kiekover, Scholma & Shumaker P.C. February 2006 - April 2008
American Seating Company May 2007 - January 2008
Lumbermen's Inc. June 2001 - June 2007
Skills
Forensic Accounting, Income Tax, Personal Property, Quickbooks, Bookkeeping, Corporate Tax, Partnership Taxation, Multi-state tax returns, Tax Research, Accounting, ProSeries, ProSystem fx Tax, Tax, Use Tax, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Tax Preparation, Creative Solutions..., QuickBooks, Tax Software, Tax Returns, Financial Accounting, GAAP, US Tax, Accounting for Small..., Fixed Assets, CPA, Sales & Use Tax, Auditing, Corporate Tax Planning, Compilation Of..., Financial Statements, S Corporations, Tax Accounting
Education
Grand Valley State University 2009 — 2013
Masters of Science, Taxation
Calvin College 2004 — 2008
Bachelors of Science, Accounting
Founders Brewing Co. May 2014 - Present
American Seating Company May 2010 - May 2014
TEKsystems June 2008 - April 2010
Traverse City Area Chamber of Commerce May 2007 - August 2007
The National Cherry Festival May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Customer Service, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Volunteer Recruiting, Human Resources, Recruiting, Wellness
Education
Central Michigan University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration; Marketing Communications, Advertising
Guarantee System October 2013 - September 2014
Energetx Composites March 2012 - June 2013
American Seating Company March 2011 - February 2012
S3 Millwork October 2010 - February 2011
Self Employed August 2009 - October 2010
Elzinga & Volkers, Inc. Construction Professionals January 2000 - August 2009
Choice Home Services July 1998 - January 2000
Herman Miller July 1992 - July 1998
Herman Miller January 1988 - July 1992
Herman Miller March 1980 - January 1988
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Construction Management, LEED, Contract Negotiation, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, LEED AP, Process Improvement, Leadership, Project Management
Education
Davenport University
Holland High School
Sierra College
SAF Holland December 2012 - Present
American Seating Company September 2008 - June 2012
Skills
Sales Management
Education
Baker College of Muskegon 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Flexfab, LLC February 2015 - Present
American Seating Company June 2006 - January 2015
Innotec June 2001 - June 2006
Skills
Leadership, Team Leadership, Problem Solving, Collaborative Problem..., Project Management, Process Improvement, Manufacturing..., Design for Manufacturing, Product Design, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Performance Testing, CAD
Education
Dordt College 1997 — 2001
Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering
Gordon Food Service Store July 2014 - Present
Irwin Seating Company 2001 - Present
Cascade Engineering 1999 - Present
Kennedy Management Resources, Inc. "Home of Diversity Theatre" July 1997 - Present
American Seating Company 2010 - 2011
Herman Miller 2005 - 2006
Skills
Strategic Planning, Leadership Development, Team Building, Coaching, Program Development, Change Management, Organizational..., Employee Relations, Time Management, Fundraising, Event Planning, Training, Leadership, Nonprofits, Performance Management, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Human Resources, Public Speaking, Recruiting, Public Relations, Management, Consulting, New Business Development, Workshop Facilitation, Project Planning, Budgets, Program Management, Business Strategy, Project Management, Event Management, Marketing, Social Networking, Process Improvement, Strategy, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Contract Negotiation, Conflict Resolution
Education
Cornell University
Cornell Certified Diversity Practitioner, Diversity Management
University of Houston, C.T. Bauer College of Business
Executive Education, Diversity Management Certificate Program
Oliver-Tolas Healthcare Packaging December 2014 - Present
Oliver-Tolas Healthcare Packaging 1985 - Present
American Seating Company January 1981 - July 1985
Lear Siegler 1979 - 1980
Rapid Design April 1978 - 1979
Meijer 1975 - 1978
Skills
Crayola crayons...., Illustrator, Graphics, Packaging, Management, Art, Digital Illustration, Pre-press, Visual Communication, Vector Illustration
Education
Aquinas College 1990 — 1996
Master of Management, Fantastic Experience! Especially those summer classes....
Kendall College of Art and Design 1976 — 1986
Certificate in Illustration & Bachelor of Arts (with Aquinas), Illustration
Hope College 1975 — 1976
Graphics
Western Michigan University 1973 — 1974
Partying!
Girard Equipment, Inc. September 2014 - Present
Girard Equipment July 2013 - October 2013
Altronics Energy LLC 2012 - 2013
American Seating Company July 2010 - August 2011
Globe of Michigan October 2007 - December 2008
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Solidworks, Inventor, AutoCAD, Machine Operation, MIG welding, TIG Welding, Oxy-acetylene cutting, Computer Repair, Intelligence, Learning Quickly, Creative Solutions, Finite Element Analysis, Sheet Metal, Metal Fabrication, Product Design, Machining, Solid Modeling, Arc Welding, Welding, SolidWorks
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 2008 — 2011
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Mechanical Design, 3.475
Grand Rapids Tech High School 2003 — 2004
Certification, Welding (MIG, TIG, Arc, Oxy-Acet)
Grand Rapids Tech High School 2003 — 2004
High School Diploma, Welding Technology/Welder; Hospitality
Gordon Food Service March 2003 - Present
Spartan Stores, Inc 1989 - 2003
American Seating Company 1999 - 2001
BDO Seidman, LLP 1986 - 1989
Skills
Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Auditing, Internal Controls, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Financial Analysis, CPA, GAAP, Cost Accounting, Management, Analytics, Income Statement, Variance Analysis, Financial Statements, Strategic Communications, Financial Accounting, Cash Flow, Budgets, Account Management, P&L, Strategic Planning
Education
Grand Valley State University 1985 — 1986
BBA, Accounting
Davenport University
Associate's degree, Accounting
American Seating Company August 2013 - Present
American Seating Company September 2012 - August 2013
Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center - Headquarters January 2012 - June 2012
Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center - West Michigan Region September 2009 - June 2012
State Farm Insurance May 2008 - August 2009
Skills
Microsoft Office 2007, Microsoft Outlook Email, Multi-line Phone, Adobe Acrobat, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Multitasking Ability, Delegation, Detail Oriented, Self-motivated, Disciplined, Reliable, Team Player, Event Management, Leadership, Customer Service, Outlook, Teamwork, Analytical Skills, Multi Tasking, SAP experience, Purchasing, Supplier Relationships, AS400 system, Data Entry, Access
Education
Grand Valley State University 2012 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Integrated Business - FIMBA
Grand Valley State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Operations Management, 3.7
Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan July 2012 - Present
American Seating Company November 2011 - August 2012
INVENSYS CONTROLS January 1998 - January 2010
INVENSYS CONTROLS January 1984 - January 1998
Skills
Adaptability, Analytical, Collaborative Problem..., Communication, Customer Service, Detail Orientation, Integrity, Organizational, Self Motivation, Teamwork, Accounts Receivable, Manufacturing, Organizational Structure, Payroll, Analytical Skills, Accounting, Financial Analysis, Employee Relations, Management, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Continuous Improvement, Forecasting, Human Resources, Financial Reporting, Leadership, Process Improvement, Account Reconciliation, Deferred Compensation, Software Documentation, Budgets
Education
2010Baker College 2009 — 2010
BBA, Human Resource Management
Davenport University 1980 — 1991
BBA, Business Management
Family Christian Stores July 2012 - Present
American Seating Company April 2004 - April 2012
Family Christian Stores June 2000 - April 2004
Foster & Gallagher, Inc. - Michigan Bulb Co. October 1994 - March 2000
Skills
Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Direct Marketing, Advertising, Direct Mail, Corporate Branding, Strategic Planning, Trade Shows, Brochures, Marketing, Public Relations, Retail, Sales Management, Digital Media, Leadership, Sales, Brand Development
Education
Grand Valley State University 1997 — 2000
Masters in Communications, Communication, Advertising and Public Relations
Haworth October 2012 - Present
American Seating Company September 2011 - October 2012
Borisch Manufacturing April 2008 - September 2011
Borisch Manufacturing March 2007 - April 2008
Managed-Programs March 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing
Education
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 2015 — 2018
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), 4.0 GPA
Western Michigan University 2001 — 2006
Bachelor’s Degree, Mechanical Engineering (Minor - Mathematics)
Arizona State University 2010 — 2010
Six Sigma Green Belt Certification, Ira A. Fulton School of Engineering
University of Michigan 2009 — 2009
Certification, Lean Manufacturing
Figueras Seating USA June 2005 - Present
Figueras Seating USA 2005 - Present
DeVries Consulting February 1997 - May 2013
American Seating Company 1999 - 2001
American Seating 1999 - 2001
VIA Seating 1997 - 2000
Skills
Furniture, Product Development, Sales Management, New Business Development, Management, trouble..., Furnishings, Management, Negotiation, Leadership, Account Management, Sales, Management Consulting, Contract Negotiation, B2B, Business Development, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Customer Service, Selling, Budgets, Marketing, Space planning, Business Strategy
Education
University of Colorado at Denver
BS, Business Management and Finance
Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology
Computer Programming
American Seating Company August 2015 - Present
American Seating Company August 2013 - August 2015
Contract Sources LTD June 2010 - August 2013
Mark Bombara Interior Design September 2009 - December 2009
Skills
Furniture, Interior Design, SketchUp, Rendering, Furnishings, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Space Planning, Revit, CAD, Drawing, Sustainable Design, Microsoft Office, FF&E, Sales, Interior Architecture, Architectural Design, Sketching, PowerPoint, Space-planning, InDesign, Microsoft Word, Hand Rendering, Construction, Bids, Word, Salesforce.com, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Instagram, Facebook, Design Research, Submittals, Architectural Drawings, Account Management, Adobe Creative Suite, Sales Management
Education
Endicott College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Interior Design & Sustainable Design
LaLone CPA January 2012 - September 2012
Movaris May 2005 - September 2011
Stanick and Carr LLC September 2003 - May 2005
Baan September 1998 - September 2003
American Seating Company January 1994 - September 1998
Skills
Business Process..., ERP, Management Consulting, Project Management, Pre-sales, Professional Services, Management, Leadership, Auditing, Financial Reporting, Program Management, Business Process, Budgets, Business Development, Strategy, Finance, Enterprise Software
Education
Grand Valley State University 1996 — 1998
MBA, International Business
Grand Valley State University
BBA, Accounting
Smooth Logics June 2014 - Present
Grand Rapids Elks Lodge #48 2007 - June 2014
American Seating Company May 2013 - August 2013
Skills
.NET, C#, JavaScript, jQuery, jQuery UI, Java, C++, ASP.NET MVC, HTML 5, PHP, SQL, Microsoft Office, Oracle
Education
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Science
Grand Rapids Community College 2008 — 2010
Moosejaw July 2014 - Present
Moosejaw Mountaineering May 2011 - July 2014
Team Detroit November 2010 - May 2011
Vanerum Stelter January 2010 - November 2010
Grand Valley's student-run public relations firm January 2009 - April 2010
American Seating Company May 2009 - September 2009
Grand PR September 2008 - March 2009
GVTV, Grand Valley's student-run TV Network September 2006 - January 2008
Skills
Copywriting, Social Media, Advertising, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Creative Direction, Facebook, Blogging, Brand Development, Retail, Social Networking, Media Relations, Direct Mail, Marketing
Education
Grand Valley State University 2006 — 2010
BS in Communications, Public Relations, Advertising and General Business
Grand Valley State University 2006 — 2010
B.S. in Advertising and Public Relations, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
American Seating Company 2013 - Present
Skills
Design & Construction..., Manufacturing, Engineering, Machining, Process Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Machine Tools, gages, Fixtures, Automotive, Quality Management, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing..., Gages, GD&T, Cnc, Injection Molding, Fixture Design, FMEA, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, Value Stream Mapping, PPAP, Metal Fabrication, Stamping, Kaizen, 5S, Manufacturing..., SPC, Design for Manufacturing, Sheet Metal, Poka Yoke, ISO, APQP
Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst 2015 — 2017
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Cornerstone University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
Grand Rapids Community College
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Mechanical Design
Grand Rapids Community College
Journeyman Tool & Die, Mich. Dept. of Labor, Tool & Die
Robert half - office team April 2015 - Present
theREVOLUTIONllc May 2014 - March 2015
American Seating Company 2015 - 2015
Teleperformance November 2013 - March 2014
CORIX Group of Companies July 2013 - October 2013
Covenant Retirement Communities 2012 - 2013
CSM Services August 2010 - February 2012
E & L Sales of Utah November 2009 - July 2010
Comfort Inn February 2010 - May 2010
Meijer August 2009 - November 2009
Skills
Filing, Cash Register, Customer Service, Cashiering, Telephone Skills, Phone Etiquette, Small Business, Microsoft Office, Typing, Organization, Efficiency, Multi Tasking, Literacy, Eye for Details, Cash Handling Experience, File Management, Photocopier, Product Management, Telecommunications..., Retail Sales, Retail, Satellite TV, Alarm Systems, Internet Services, Appointment Scheduling, Data Coding, Multi-line Phone, Switchboard, 24,000 Kph
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 2011 — 2016
Associate's Degree, Psychology, 3.6
Black River Public School 2005 — 2009
High School Diploma, 2.6 gpa
Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. December 2001 - Present
Plaisier, Kuyers and Associates December 2000 - December 2001
American Seating Company December 1987 - December 2000
American Seating Company December 1987 - December 2000
Herman Miller December 1969 - December 1986
Education
Ferris State University 1969 — 1971
B.S., Accounting and Finance
SAF-HOLLAND Inc. May 2015 - Present
Hadley September 2010 - May 2015
Spec International February 2009 - December 2009
Structural Concepts Corporation June 2004 - December 2008
American Seating Company June 2000 - January 2002
Skills
Solidworks, AutoCAD, Pro Engineer, APQP, GD&T, FMEA, Bill of Materials, Product Design, Cosmos FEA, Flow Simulation, SolidWorks Electrical, PTC Creo, SolidWorks, Automotive, Geometric Dimensioning, CAD, Continuous Improvement, Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Product Development
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 1998 — 2000
Associate's degree, CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
Grandville High School 1995 — 1998
HARMAN International June 2015 - Present
Premiere Credit of North America April 2014 - June 2015
Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital August 2013 - December 2013
American Seating Company April 2013 - August 2013
Aflac March 2013 - June 2013
Jackson National Life June 2011 - January 2013
Skills
Familiar with Microsoft..., Problem Solving, PowerPoint, Recruiting, Professional..., Insurance Background, Team-oriented, Responsiveness, Teamwork, Health Savings Accounts, ADP HRB, Time Management, Applicant Tracking..., HRIS, Screening Resumes, Onboarding, Talent Management, Contract Recruitment, Human Resources
Education
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Human Resources Management and Services, Graduated in April 2014
Lansing Catholic High School
Bath Fitter September 2015 - Present
American Seating Company March 2015 - September 2015
Zone Marketing Grand Rapids October 2014 - January 2015
Renewal by Anderson Detroit August 2013 - August 2014
A2 LEAP April 2013 - August 2014
Darden December 2013 - July 2014
Outback Steakhouse August 2013 - October 2013
3D Volleyball Group December 2012 - June 2013
Tavern 131 April 2013 - May 2013
Nordstrom November 2012 - January 2013
Skills
Sales, Public Relations, Marketing, Facebook, Time Management, Social Media, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Student Leadership, Fundraising, PowerPoint, Restaurants, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Training, Budgets, Research, Outlook, Promotions, Cpr Certified, Childcare, Church Events, Promo, Creativity, People Skills, Modeling, Teamwork, Communication, Customer Satisfaction, Microsoft Excel, Social Networking, Leadership, Event Planning, Event Management, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Coaching, Website Updating, Budget Tracking, Digital Asset Management, Creativity Skills, Creative Strategy, Microsoft Publisher, Company Brochures, SAP ERP, Management, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Retail
Education
Grand Valley State University 2014 — 2016
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
Washtenaw Community College 2011 — 2014
Associate's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Brighton High School 2008 — 2011
High school diploma
Advance Packaging Corporation January 2014 - Present
GRAHA / Rockford Rams September 2012 - Present
East Grand Rapids Parks & Recs March 2012 - March 2014
Davenport University January 2013 - February 2014
American Seating Company May 2013 - January 2014
True Lacrosse June 2012 - August 2012
Turcotte Stickhandling School June 2011 - July 2011
Benchmark Interiors June 2005 - May 2011
Skills
Leadership, Teamwork, Athletics, Management, Integrity, Project Management, Organization, Communication, Adaptability, Problem Solving, Coaching, Time Management, Budgets, Program Management
Education
Davenport University 2011 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Strategic Management
Davenport University 2006 — 2011
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Herman Miller August 2010 - Present
Herman Miller August 1991 - August 2010
American Seating Company August 1988 - August 1991
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, Toyota Production System, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, 5S, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Product Development, Process Improvement, Logistics, Operations Management, Negotiation, Furniture
Education
Western Michigan University 1985 — 1990
Bachelor of Science (BS), Engineering
Alpena Community College 1982 — 1984
Associate of Science (AS), Engineering
The Rawlings Group January 2012 - Present
Liberty Mutual Insurance March 2003 - November 2010
Assurant November 1999 - November 2002
American Seating Company November 1985 - November 1997
Skills
Project Management, Quality Assurance, Experienced Business..., Subrogation, Training, Analysis, Management, Six Sigma, Call Centers, Policy, Employee Benefits, Coaching, Databases, Sales, Negotiation, Health Insurance, Research, Lean Manufacturing, Risk Management, Workers Compensation, Data Analysis, Visio, Leadership, Access, Budgets, Business Analysis, Customer Service, Financial Analysis, Insurance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Process Improvement, Program Management, Strategic Planning
Education
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor's degree, Political Science
Palm Beach State College
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Sparta
Quality Edge October 2014 - Present
American Seating Company August 2010 - October 2014
American Seating Company October 2006 - August 2010
American Seating Company March 2005 - October 2006
American Seating Company March 2005 - October 2005
J. Jill April 2004 - March 2005
Skills
Product Development, Product Design, Brand Development, Cross-functional Team..., Product Management, Product Launch, Market Research, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, New Business Development, Marketing, Product Marketing, Trade Shows, Marketing Communications, Project Management
Education
Grand Valley State University 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing & Management
Helen DeVos Children's Hospital November 2013 - March 2014
American Seating Company June 2013 - September 2013
Summit Training Source April 2013 - June 2013
Data Strategy September 2012 - March 2013
Information Systems Intelligence September 2011 - September 2012
Bethany Christian Services October 2008 - May 2012
Wedgwood Christian Services September 2001 - October 2008
Skills
Social Services, Program Development, Case Managment, Customer Service, Negotiation, Microsoft Office, Crisis Counselling, Youth Development, Firearms, Fundraising, Case Management, Troubleshooting
Education
PC Pro Schools 2010 — 2011
MCDST, Information Technology
Grand Rapids Community College
Criminal Justice
Gordon Food Service September 2012 - March 2015
Mission India August 2010 - August 2012
Black Rose Studios September 2000 - August 2012
Johnson Design Group May 2000 - September 2000
American Seating Company May 1998 - May 2000
Barnstorm Design/Creative December 1996 - January 1998
Skills
Art Direction, Marketing Strategy, Print Management, Graphic Design, Non-profits, Logos, Graphics
Education
Grand Valley State University 1991 — 1994
BFA, Art and Design
Hope College 1989 — 1991
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Arts
American Seating Company November 2014 - Present
Stahlin Non-Metallic Enclosures August 2012 - November 2014
Choice Lumber Concepts, Inc. May 2010 - November 2014
Stay at home dad January 2009 - May 2010
Universal Forest Products October 2003 - August 2008
Universal Forest Products June 2001 - October 2003
Universal Forest Products February 1997 - June 2001
Universal Forest Products August 1991 - January 1996
Skills
Business Development, Purchasing, Team Building, Inventory Management, Sales, Operations Management, Customer Service, Customer Development, Leadership, Sales Management, Contract Negotiation, Pricing, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Forecasting, Process Improvement, Sales Operations, Supply Chain, Negotiation, Logistics, CRM, Business Planning, Budgets, B2B, Account Management, Supply Chain Management, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing
Education
Cornerstone University 2009 — 2011
MBA
Grand Valley State University 2009 — 2009
Hope College 1987 — 1991
B.A.
East Grand Rapids High School 1984 — 1987
UTC Aerospace Systems April 2014 - Present
American Seating Company April 2013 - April 2014
Doosan June 2012 - February 2013
BAE Systems April 2010 - June 2012
Motor Coach Industries 2005 - 2010
Thermo King of Philadelphia 1995 - 2005
Education
DeSales University 2001 — 2005
BA Mngt/BS Mrkt, Marketing, Management
Deloitte September 2011 - Present
University of Denver June 2010 - September 2011
Plante & Moran, PLLC January 2010 - April 2010
American Seating Company May 2009 - August 2009
Calvin College August 2008 - July 2009
Skills
Accounting, Auditing, GAAP, GAAS, Big 4, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Social Media
Education
University of Denver - Daniels College of Business 2010 — 2011
Graduate, Accounting
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2010
Accounting
Calvin College 2006 — 2010
BS, Accounting
Tri-unity Christian School 2002 — 2006
High School
American Seating Company November 2013 - Present
American Seating Company September 2010 - November 2013
Harbor Industries, Inc November 2003 - August 2010
Harbor Digital Services, LLC. (Division of Harbor Industries, Inc January 2005 - March 2007
Harbor Industries, Inc January 2003 - January 2007
Fuel Systems, LLC January 1999 - January 2003
Skills
Budgets, Accounting, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Advertising, Business Planning, Finance, Pricing, Marketing, Accounts Receivable, Contract Management, Proposal Writing, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Inventory Management, Manufacturing, Contract Negotiation, Management, Business Development, Sales, Leadership, Auditing, Forecasting, Analysis, Purchasing, Account Management
Education
Davenport University 2014 — 2016
Master's degree, Masters of Business Administration
Grand Valley State University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor's, Business Administration; Accounting
Alma College 1996 — 1997
Johnson Controls October 2005 - Present
Johnson Controls 2000 - 2005
American Seating Company September 1999 - July 2000
Omni Metalcraft Corp. 1994 - 1997
Education
Ferris State University 1997 — 1999
B.S., Product Design Engineering Technology
Alpena Community College 1995 — 1997
A.A.S., Drafting and Design Technology
Business Interiors by Staples August 2007 - Present
CEBI (Corporate Express Business Interiors, a staples company) August 2007 - Present
Innovative office solutions October 2005 - May 2007
Allsteel March 2004 - May 2005
Humanscale September 2002 - February 2004
KI January 1999 - September 2002
American Seating Company August 1997 - December 1998
Allsteel March 1996 - June 1997
Facilities Services Management Group April 1994 - March 1996
Harter Corporation August 1992 - March 1994
Skills
Selling Skills, Sales Management, Account Management, B2B, New Business Development, Sales Process, Sales, Direct Sales, Sales Presentations, Salesforce.com, Furniture, Contract Negotiation, Management, Negotiation, Lead Generation, Leadership, Solution Selling, Training, Cold Calling, Product Development, Selling, Project Management, Strategy, Team Building, Sales Operations, Key Account Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, P&L Management, Customer Retention, Pricing, Business Development, CRM, Customer Satisfaction, Product Marketing, Strategic Planning, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Partnerships, Forecasting, Budgets, Operations Management, Move Management, Cross-functional Team..., Business Strategy, National Accounts, Retail, Trade Shows, P&L
Education
Cedar Crest College 1976 — 1980
Bachelor's degree, International Relations and Affairs, European History
Lehigh University 1976 — 1980
University of Phoenix. Atlanta Ga
Grand Rapids Chair Company September 2004 - Present
American Seating Company March 1997 - September 2004
Oliver-Tolas Healthcare Packaging 1990 - 1997
Plante Moran January 1988 - June 1990
Education
Michigan State University 2014 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Calvin College 1984 — 1987
Bachelor's Degree, Accounting
ITMA February 2013 - Present
National Heritage Academies August 2006 - Present
American Seating Company 1998 - 2005
Whirlpool Corporation 1984 - 1997
Skills
Disaster Recovery, Program Management, Project Management, Business Analysis, Information Technology, Integration, IT Management, Process Improvement, Project Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Change Management, Strategic Planning, SharePoint, IT Strategy, Team Leadership, Enterprise Software, Business Intelligence, Visio, Vendor Management, ITIL, ERP, Team Building, SDLC, Windows, Software Documentation, Leadership, Data Center, System Administration, Databases, Business Process...
Education
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 1971 — 1973
MBA
Brown University 1967 — 1971
SCB, Applied Mathematics
Maine Township High School
Kentwood Office Furniture October 2003 - Present
Guilford of Maine 2000 - 2003
American Seating Company 1997 - 2000
Skills
Customer Service, Sales, Account Management, Furnishings, Sales Management, Merchandising
Education
Aquinas College 1977 — 1983
American Seating Company December 2011 - September 2015
American Seating Company November 1998 - December 2011
American Seating Company March 1986 - November 1998
American Seating Company September 1983 - March 1986
American Seating Company June 1981 - September 1983
American Seating Company November 1979 - June 1981
Skills
Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Team Building, Manufacturing, Contract Negotiation, Account Management, Quality System, Sales Management, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Product Development, Inventory Management, Operations Management, Lean Manufacturing, Purchasing, Management
Education
American Society for Quality 2007 — 2007
CQA, Quality Assurance
Aquinas College
American Society for Qualiy July 1994 - Present
Steelcase October 2007 - July 2012
Magna Donnelly July 2005 - October 2007
Excellence Manufacturing 2001 - 2003
Trendway May 1994 - June 2001
American Seating Company July 1975 - May 1994
Skills
CQE, APQP, SPC, PPAP, CQA, FMEA, Lean Manufacturing, ISO, DMAIC, ASQ, Quality System, Root Cause Analysis, Peer Mentoring, Kaizen, Leadership, Six Sigma, Professional..., Quality Control, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Iso 9000, Quality Management, Minitab, Quality Assurance, Quality Auditing, TQM, Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, 5S, Supplier Quality, Product Quality, Auditing, Design of Experiments, Process Improvement, Process Engineering, FDA, Operational Excellence
Education
Eastern Michigan University 1999 — 2012
Master's of Science, Quality Management, 4.0
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mathematics Teacher Education
ACUITY, A Mutual Insurance Company April 2015 - Present
MJF & Associates December 2010 - Present
Erhardt Construction August 2014 - April 2015
Erhardt Construction February 2012 - September 2014
Culhane & Fahrenkrug Consulting, LLC September 2005 - October 2010
Progressive AE February 2005 - September 2005
Erhardt Construction November 2001 - February 2005
American Seating Company May 2000 - November 2001
Rockford Construction July 1995 - May 2000
Schonsheck Incorporated 1992 - 1994
Skills
Certified in Basic..., LEED Accredited..., Certified in 10-Hour..., Certified in Storm..., Certified Document..., Certified Professional..., Construction Management, Scheduling, Project Planning, Budgeting, Contract Negotiation, Feasibility Studies, Proposal Writing, Problem Solving, Project Bidding, RFI, Renovation, Submittals, Construction, Project Estimation, Change Orders, Value Engineering, Contract Management, Pre-construction, Green Building, Constructability, Primavera P6, AutoCAD, Project Management, Suretrack, MS Project, Coordination, Tenant Improvement, Budgets, Process Scheduler, CPM Scheduling, Procurement, LEED, Concrete, Cost Control, Contractors, Subcontracting, Estimates, Cost Management, LEED AP, BIM, Microsoft Project, Civil Engineering, Design-Build, Project Coordination
Education
Leadership Grand Rapids 2014 — 2015
Ferris State University 2005 — 2011
Bachelors, Construction Management
Henry Ford Community College 1991 — 1994
Associates, Architectual Construction Technology
Anderson University 1987 — 1989
North Farmington High School 1983 — 1987
Steelcase Health 2005 - Present
Steelcase 1994 - Present
American Seating Company 1988 - 1994
Sunberg-Ferar May 1986 - November 1986
Skills
Product Design, Design Strategy, Interior Design, InDesign, Materials, Design Thinking, Furniture, Sketching, Space Planning, Industrial Design, Concept Development, Product Development, Rapid Prototyping, Design for Manufacturing, Product Management, Concept Design, User-centered Design, Design Management, Concept Generation, User Experience
Education
Aquinas College 1998 — 2000
masters, Management
Western Michigan University 1983 — 1986
bach, Industrial Design
Ferris State University 1981 — 1983
assoc, Technical Illustration
American Seating Company January 2015 - Present
SPX Corporation January 2014 - December 2014
TurboChef Technologies, Inc. February 2013 - January 2014
Flextronics July 2012 - January 2013
Herman Miller October 1999 - June 2012
Work expirience January 1993 - 2011
Skills
Electricians, Plumbing, Framing, CAD, AutoCAD, Sheet Metal, Solid Modeling, Product Design, Furniture, Pro Engineer, GD&T, Solidworks, Public Relations, Space-planning, Design for Manufacturing, Industrial Design, PDM, Windchill, Floor Plans, Sketching, Machine Design, Tolerance Analysis, PDMLink, Engineering, Design Engineering, Design for Assembly, Mechanism Design, Assemblies, CAD/CAM, Inventor, Mechanical Product..., Teamcenter, Simulation Stress..., Autodesk Vault, Unigraphics, Mechanical Desktop, Injection Molding, Solid Edge, Metal Fabrication, Surface Modeling, Mechanical Drawings, Mechanical Engineering, Fixture Design, PTC Pro/Engineer, AutoCAD Mechanical, Machining, Geometric Dimensioning..., Engineering Drawings, Stress Analysis, Rapid Prototyping
Education
Ferris State University 1993 — 1995
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), PRODUCT DESIGN ENGINEERING TECHNOLOY
GRANDRAPIDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 1990 — 1993
ASSOCCIATE, MECHANICAL DRAFTING
Hamilton High School 1987 — 1990
Academic/Vocational Diploma, Mechanical Drafting
LeanLogistics May 2009 - Present
Fuel Systems Inc August 2008 - March 2009
Swoboda October 2002 - March 2008
BaaN November 1997 - June 2002
Diesel Technologies Co December 1996 - September 1997
Alofs Manufacturing December 1994 - December 1996
American Seating Company October 1993 - December 1994
Benteler Automotive August 1990 - October 1993
Skills
Manufacturing, Purchasing, Testing, ERP, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Process Improvement, Logistics, Distribution Center..., Business Intelligence, Business Analysis, Project Management, Business Process..., Operations Management, Team Leadership, Logistics Management, Transportation, Warehouse Management, Project Planning, Customer Service, Baan, Continuous Improvement
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 1987 — 1989
Associate's degree, Business/Corporate Communications
Flextronics October 2014 - Present
Joll Dynamic LLC August 2014 - Present
American Seating Company July 2010 - September 2014
American Seating Company November 2006 - July 2010
Baker Furniture September 2002 - April 2006
Kraftube, Inc May 1999 - September 2002
Skills
Accounting, Cost Accounting, Customer Service, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Lean Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Process Improvement, Supply Chain, Team Building, Budgets, Continuous Improvement, SAP, Manufacturing
Education
Ferris State University 2000 — 2002
Masters, Information Systems Management
Ferris State University 1995 — 1999
BS Accountancy/Finance Dual, Accounting & Finance
American Seating Company February 2015 - Present
American Seating Company September 2011 - February 2015
Lakewood Process Machinery LLC November 2010 - July 2011
Altron Automation March 2004 - November 2010
American Seating Company 1998 - 2004
Skills
CAD, Engineering, Solid Modeling, Solidworks, PDM, Product Development, Finite Element Analysis, Sheet Metal, GD&T, Manufacturing..., Product Design
Education
Grand Valley State University 1992 — 2002
2002, Mechanical Engineering
Knoll 2013 - 2015
AFTECH 2011 - 2013
American Seating Company 2009 - 2010
Haworth 1997 - 2009
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Team Building, Kaizen, Manufacturing, 5S, Process Improvement, Value Stream Mapping, Leadership, Operations Management, Inventory Management, Materials Management, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing..., ISO, MRP, Automotive, Toyota Production System, TS16949, Cross-functional Team..., Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, Logistics, Kanban, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, SPC, Purchasing, Strategy, Manufacturing Operations, APQP, FMEA, Manufacturing..., Quality Management, DMAIC, TQM, Production Planning, PPAP, TPM, Quality System, Process Engineering, Plant Management, Injection Molding, Supply Chain Management, Machine Tools, JIT, Supply Management, Strategic Sourcing, Stamping, SMED
Education
Cornerstone University 1981 — 1985
BA
Strategic Employee Benefit Services August 2015 - Present
Hylant December 2012 - Present
Strategic Employee Benefits April 2007 - December 2012
American Seating Company 2003 - 2008
Spartan Stores 2001 - 2003
The Viking Corporation 1991 - 2000
Skills
Employee Benefits, Customer Service, New Business Development, Health Insurance, Employee Relations, Human Resources, Disability Insurance, Benefits Administration, Account Management, Budgets, Insurance, Public Speaking, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Health Savings Accounts, Workers Compensation
Education
Davenport University 1984 — 1995
BA, Marketing/Communications
Lakewood
Sassy, Inc. March 2013 - Present
American Seating Company April 2007 - March 2013
Deloitte January 1999 - April 2007
Skills
Auditing, General Ledger, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Internal Controls, GAAP, Tax, Accounts Receivable, Accounting, Financial Statements, Accounts Payable, US GAAP, Payroll, Financial Accounting, Budgets, Forecasting
Education
Grand Valley State University 1994 — 1998
BBA, Accounting
Bay Swiss Manufacturing October 2013 - Present
Reliance Parts Coporation May 2010 - November 2012
American Seating Company 1998 - 2009
Nestle January 1995 - January 1998
Skills
Negotiation, Promotions, Event Management, Team Building, Sales Management, Retail, Customer Relations, Inventory Management, Business Strategy, Distribution, Forecasting, Key Account Management, Leadership Development, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Sales, Management, New Business Development, Trade Shows, Contract Negotiation, Sales Operations, Continuous Improvement, Supply Chain Management, Lean Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Operations Management, Purchasing, Product Development, Supply Chain, Program Management, Six Sigma, Logistics, Budgets, Supply Management, Aerospace, Project Management, Procurement
Education
Grand Valley State University 1981 — 1986
BA, Business
Grand Valley State University 1981 — 1986
BA, Business
Kenowa Industries March 2012 - Present
Weber Knapp June 2007 - September 2011
The Worden Company June 2006 - June 2007
Trendway Corporation October 1999 - January 2006
American Seating Company January 1998 - October 1999
Trendway Corporation June 1984 - January 1998
Skills
Sales Management, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Furniture, Account Management, Product Management, B2B, Product Development, Marketing Strategy
Education
Davenport University
Bachelors, Marketing
Baan July 1998 - December 2002
Diesel Technology June 1997 - March 1998
American Seating Company September 1994 - June 1997
Education
Davenport University 1992 — 1992
BBA, International Business, Mathematics
Michigan Technological University 1983 — 1990
Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Business
American Seating Company August 2007 - Present
Michigan Electric Transmission Company 2005 - 2007
X-Rite 1997 - 2001
Education
Davenport University 1994 — 1997
BS, Computer Information Systems
American Seating Company April 1979 - Present
American Seating 1979 - Present
Magna Donnelly May 2008 - August 2008
Lear Corporation August 1990 - February 1991
Skills
PAPPs, Statistics, GR & R, GD & T, ISIR Sample Submission..., ISO Process &..., Manufacturing Problem..., ISO Lead Auditor, Internal Corrective..., Customer 8D Responses, FMEA’s, Corrective Actions, GD&T, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Quality System, Quality Auditing, Quality Management, Internal Audit, Statistical Tools, ISO, Inspection, Stamping, 5S, Supplier Quality, SPC, Process Improvement, Manufacturing..., Root Cause Analysis, Solid Modeling, CAD, PPAP, ASQ, Value Stream Mapping, FMEA, Engineering, Pro Engineer, APQP, Lean Manufacturing, Sheet Metal, Continuous Improvement, Automotive, Product Design, Injection Molding, JIT, DMAIC, Machine Tools, Geometric Dimensioning...
Education
Davenport University 1990 — 1993
Business Administration and Management, General
Rockford High School
Motus Integrated Technologies June 2014 - Present
Johnson Controls November 2013 - June 2014
American Seating Company March 2012 - November 2013
American Seating Company March 2010 - February 2012
Center Manufacturing June 2009 - April 2010
Fuel Systems Inc. August 2008 - March 2009
Rapid-Line Inc March 2005 - August 2008
Skills
Sheet Metal, Unigraphics, Solidworks, Inventor, Automotive, AutoCAD, Engineering, Autodesk Inventor, NX Unigraphics, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, SolidWorks
Education
Calvin College 2003 — 2007
BSE, Mechanical Engineering
American Seating Company April 2010 - Present
General Motors December 2000 - December 2008
Meridian Automotive October 1996 - December 2000
Kentwood Powdercoat Inc. May 1994 - October 1996
Skills
Robot, Manufacturing, CAD, Mechanical Engineering, Troubleshooting, Preventive Maintenance, Inventor, Solid Modeling, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Root Cause Analysis, AutoCAD, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, Continuous Improvement, Engineering, Product Development, SolidWorks, 5S
Education
Ferris State University 2010 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration, Management and Operations
Ferris State University 2008 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician
Grand Rapids Community College 2005 — 2007
Associate's Degree, Tooling and Manufacturing Technology
Grand Rapids Community College 2003 — 2005
Associate's Degree, Technology
General Motors/Grand Rapids Community College 2001 — 2004
Journeyman's card, Die making
Prangley Marks, LLP May 1987 - Present
The Limited October 1983 - May 1987
American Seating Company October 1981 - October 1983
BDO Seidman, LLP September 1974 - October 1981
Education
Eastern Michigan University 1968 — 1972
BS, Major-Mathematics; Minor-Accounting
American Seating Company January 2015 - Present
Altron Automation January 2005 - January 2015
American Seating Company October 2002 - January 2005
Skills
Automation, AutoCAD, Manufacturing, Robotics, Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, CAD, Continuous Improvement, Product Development, Manufacturing...
Education
Grand Valley State University 1999 — 2002
BSE, Engineering
57 Brew Pub & Bistro June 2012 - Present
American Seating Company September 2009 - June 2012
Victor Group June 2007 - April 2009
Interface Fabric 1995 - 2007
Skills
Strategic Planning, Product Development, Microsoft Excel, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Restaurant Management, Sales, Process Improvement, Team Building, Customer Service, Key Account Management, Sales Management, Management, Operations Management, Purchasing, Business Development, Budgets, Supply Chain, Pricing, Sales Operations, Cross-functional Team..., Continuous Improvement, New Business Development, Manufacturing
Education
Davenport University 1997 — 1999
Business
Grand Rapids Label Company 2015 - Present
Haerter Stamping 2014 - 2015
Grand Rapids Label Company 2010 - 2014
American Seating Company 1995 - 2010
Key Plastics 1994 - 1995
ADAC Automotive 1991 - 1994
Wamar Products 1988 - 1991
Walron Industries 1986 - 1988
Skills
Quality Management, Quality Assurance, ISO, Process Improvement, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing, Product Development, Continuous Improvement, Quality System, FMEA, Lean Manufacturing, Leadership, Engineering, Program Management, Budgets, Kaizen, TS16949, Automotive, SPC, 5S, Quality Control, Management, Microsoft Office, Electronics, Testing, Customer Service, ISO 14001, Analysis, Iso 9000, Manufacturing..., Root Cause Analysis, Value Stream Mapping, PPAP, Quality Auditing, TQM, DMAIC, Six Sigma, APQP, CQE, Supply Chain
Education
Cameron University Lawton
Computer Science and Education
Grand Rapids Community College
Quality Assurance and Computer Science
Grand Valley State University
Computer Science
Hexarmor March 2014 - Present
American Seating Company July 2011 - March 2014
Diocesan Publications March 2010 - May 2011
MassMutual Financial Group May 2008 - March 2010
The Wyndgate April 2002 - August 2008
Skills
Strategic Planning, Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Financial Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Strategic Financial..., Account Management, Budgets, Business Development, Business Strategy, Finance, Leadership, Management, Market Research, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Negotiation, New Business Development, Sales Management, Social Media Marketing, Team Building, Team Leadership
Education
Grand Valley State University 2011 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), General MBA with an Emphasis on SAP & International Business
Grand Valley State University 2006 — 2009
B.A., Finance
American Seating Company April 1979 - June 2006
Skills
Accounting, Microsoft Excel, General Ledger, Account Reconciliation, Invoicing
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 1976 — 1978
Associates, Applied Arts & Sciences
American Seating Company November 2011 - Present
Howard Miller Clock 2006 - November 2011
Education
Aquinas College
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration and Management, General
St. Stephen Catholic Church August 2010 - Present
American Seating Company 1998 - 2004
Georgia-Pacific LLC 1993 - 1998
Education
Ferris State University 1985 — 1989
BS, Accounting, Computer Information Systems
Interprise Design February 1988 - December 1996
Donna Vaughan & Associates October 1986 - February 1988
American Seating Company 1984 - 1985
Skills
Space planning, Sketching, Interior Design, Interior Architecture
Education
Brookhaven Community College 2010 — 2014
Painting & Drawing
Brooks College 1980 — 1982
AA, Interior Design
American Seating Company January 2015 - Present
American Seating Company October 2012 - January 2015
American Seating Company September 2007 - September 2012
American Seating Company January 1987 - August 2007
KI January 1985 - December 1986
Education
Davenport University
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Strategic Management
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Bachelor of Science (BS), Industrial and Product Design
Koroseal Interior Products February 2011 - Present
Contract Wallcovering February 2006 - January 2011
Designtex January 2002 - February 2006
JM Lynne Wallcovering January 1991 - December 2001
American Seating Company January 1978 - December 1990
Education
Grand Rapids Christian High 1971 — 1973
Ferris State University
BS, Accounting
American Seating Company September 2010 - Present
SHAPE CORPORATION September 2007 - October 2009
SMITHS AEROSPACE/GE AVIATION January 2005 - August 2007
MAGNA-DONNELLY May 2003 - November 2004
Rockford Corporation April 2001 - February 2003
JOHNSON CONTROLS INC January 1994 - April 2001
Sherwin Williams December 1989 - January 1994
Education
Calvin College 1984 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts, Business and Psychology Group
Calvin College 1983 — 1987
BA, Business/Psychology
Advisory Alpha May 2011 - Present
AlphaStar Capital Management January 2012 - Present
Spectrum Health March 2010 - May 2011
American Seating Company May 2008 - March 2010
Macatawa Bank January 2005 - May 2008
Skills
Employee Relations, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Human Resources, Performance Management, New Hire Orientations, HRIS, Financial Analysis, Investment Advisory, Onboarding, Recruiting, FMLA, Personnel Management, Interviews, Policy, Job Descriptions, Employee Handbooks, EEO, COBRA, Customer Service, Background Checks, Strategic Planning, Affirmative Action, System Administration, Microsoft Word
Education
Grand Valley State University 2004 — 2008
BBA
Holland Christian High School
Newell Rubbermaid March 2014 - Present
American Seating Company September 2011 - March 2014
Design Martus January 2002 - January 2013
American Seating September 2007 - September 2011
Kendall College September 2009 - May 2010
College for Creative Studies May 2001 - August 2007
Skills
Design Strategy, Industrial Design, Solidworks, Rendering, Concept Generation, Furniture, Concept Development, Product Design, Sketching, Design Thinking, Rapid Prototyping
Education
Ferris State University - Kendall College of Art and Design 2007 — 2009
MBA Certificate, Design and Innovation Management
Cranbrook Academy of Art 2004 — 2006
MFA, 3D Design
College for Creative Studies 1997 — 2001
BFA, Industrial Design / Communication Design
Leggett & Platt July 2014 - Present
American Seating Company August 2011 - July 2014
Roskam Baking Company April 2010 - August 2011
Roskam Baking Company April 2007 - April 2010
Roskam Baking Company October 2001 - April 2007
Skills
Forecasting, Purchasing, Microsoft Excel, GAAP, Shipping, Inventory Management, Budgets, Customer Service, Accounts Receivable, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Cost Accounting, Accounting, MRP, Access, Variance Analysis, JD Edwards, Continuous Improvement, ERP, Internal Controls, SAP, Supply Chain, General Ledger, Financial Reporting, Process Improvement, Pricing, Spreadsheets, Accounts Payable, QuickBooks, Finance, Manufacturing, Auditing
Education
Grand Valley State University 2001 — 2007
BBA, Accounting, Finance
American Seating Company Director of Audits and Financial ReportingNational Heritage AcademiesOctober 2006 - February 2010
Knape & Vogt September 1998 - October 2006
Education
Grand Valley State University 1985 — 1987
BBA, Accounting
Ripple Effect Design Group May 2014 - Present
Herman Miller August 1999 - March 2014
Herman Miller August 1995 - August 1999
Herman Miller August 1989 - July 1995
American Seating Company September 1985 - July 1989
Skills
Space-planning, Interior Design, Furniture, Interior Architecture, Rendering, Space planning, Finish Selections, Furnishings, Space Planning, Design Research, Account Management, FF&E, Floor Plans, AutoCAD, New Business Development, Move Management, Strategic Planning
Education
Kendall College of Art and Design 1982 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Interior Design
Grand Rapids Community College 1980 — 1982
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Architecture
Pulse Consulting June 2010 - Present
Group Dekko Inc 2007 - 2010
Fiberesin Industries 2002 - 2007
Knape & Vogt 2000 - 2001
American Seating Company 1996 - 2000
American Seating Company 1987 - 1996
Amway Global 1983 - 1985
Amway Global 1979 - 1983
Skills
Product Development, Strategy, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Sales Management, Marketing, Leadership, Creative Direction, Business Development, Team Building, Competitive Analysis, Process Improvement
Education
Grand Valley State University 1900 — 1900
Bachelor of Business Administration with High Honors, Marketing, Finance, Economics, History, 3.7/4.0
Nartron Corporation June 2011 - Present
MAGI May 2011 - June 2011
American Seating Company May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Embedded Systems, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Software, Engineering, C, Firmware, CANoe, Electronics, Microcontrollers, Sensors, C++, NI LabVIEW, Visual Basic, Microsoft Visual Studio..., Troubleshooting, Debugging Code, Version Control, Windows
Education
Ferris State University 2007 — 2011
CNS, Engineering Technologoy
American Seating Company November 2010 - Present
Greystone Seating March 2010 - November 2010
Track Corp. (Shape Corp) December 2003 - November 2008
Siemens Dematic (Rapistan) October 1998 - September 2003
Irwin Seating Company August 1987 - September 1998
Skills
Project Management, Software Installation, Purchasing, AutoCAD, Furniture, Space-planning, Microsoft Office, Contract Negotiation, Project Planning, Account Management, Sales, Customer Service, CAD, Training, Sales Management, Strategic Planning, Process Scheduler, Materials, Construction, Business Development, Engineering, Project Estimation, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Contract Management, Budgets, Forecasting, Management, New Business Development, Product Development, Troubleshooting
Education
East Kentwood High School 1984 — 1988
Grand Rapids Community College
none, Cad Design, architectual
Habitat for Humanity Restore April 2012 - April 2012
Baileys Grove Coffee and Creamery April 2011 - November 2011
American Seating Company December 1997 - January 2010
L. L. Bean, Portland July 1989 - July 1997
Pier 1 Imports July 1985 - July 1989
Education
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
Grand Rapids Community College
Associate's degree
Pleune Service Co. February 2015 - Present
American Seating Company July 2010 - September 2014
Irwin Seating Company September 2006 - July 2010
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. 1994 - September 2006
Skills
Product Development, Sales, New Business Development, Team Building, Sales Management, Account Management, Manufacturing, Furniture
Education
Aquinas College 1997 — 2001
Bachelors of Science and Business Administration
Grand Rapids Community College 1994 — 1997
Associates in Liberal Arts
DSA International June 2010 - Present
American Seating Company June 2008 - June 2010
Bostik June 2006 - June 2008
Citibank 1995 - 1996
Skills
Inventory Management, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Manufacturing..., Materials Management, Shipping, ISO, Purchasing, Logistics
Education
Cornerstone University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Corvac Composites, LLC May 2014 - Present
Robert Bosch North America May 2012 - January 2014
American Seating September 2011 - May 2012
American Seating Company April 2007 - September 2011
Irwin Seating Company September 2004 - April 2007
Autocam Corporation May 2002 - September 2004
Benteler Automotive December 1998 - May 2002
Diesel Technology Company 1988 - 1998
Diesel Technology Company 1988 - 1998
Skills
Toyota Production System, Kaizen, 5S, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Automotive, PPAP, Value Stream Mapping, Leadership, Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., ISO, Operations Management, Six Sigma, Engineering, Process Improvement, Product Development, Lean Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Management, Purchasing, Manufacturing..., JIT, Plastics, Factory
Education
Aquinas College
Bachelor's degree, Business/Commerce, General
Eurasia Feather Company April 2013 - Present
Hot Side Service Company May 2011 - April 2013
Nestlé Waters North America June 2006 - October 2009
American Seating Company April 1995 - June 2009
Skills
Windows 7, Restaurants, Hydraulics, Blueprint Reading, Equipment Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Electrical..., Continuous Improvement, Welding, Mechanical Aptitude, Maintenance & Repair, Equipment Installation, Manufacturing, Budgets, Project Management, Team Building, Troubleshooting, Inventory Management, Process Improvement, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Lean Manufacturing, Management, Purchasing, Customer Service, Pneumatics, Strategic Planning, Metal Fabrication, Account Management, Operations Management, Plumbing, Product Development
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 2010 — 2012
Associate of Arts (A.A.), HVACR
Grand Rapids Community College 2000 — 2003
Apprenticeship program
Cedar Springs High School
Vapor Power International March 2001 - Present
American Seating Company July 1999 - March 2001
Vapor Power Corporation June 1973 - June 1999
Education
DeVry University-Illinois 1965 — 1967
Bachelor's degree, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
American Seating Company January 2014 - Present
American Seating Company March 2007 - December 2013
Tubelite Inc. June 2004 - June 2006
Tubelite Inc. June 2002 - June 2004
Tubelite Inc. June 2000 - June 2002
Tubelite Inc. June 1998 - June 2000
Skills
Purchasing, Budgets, Inventory Management, Accounts Receivable, Cost Accounting, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Auditing
Education
Ferris State University 1992 — 1998
Bachelor's Degree, Accounting & Finance
IBM May 2014 - Present
IBM May 2013 - August 2013
IBM May 2012 - December 2012
American Seating Company May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Meteorology, Java, Parallel Programming, MapReduce, C# 4.0, C++, OOP, Eclipse, Object Oriented Design, Multithreading, Software Development, Design Patterns, Subversion, Software Design, Data Structures
Education
Central Michigan University 2009 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mathematics and Computer Science; Meteorology
Rockford High School
American Seating Company April 2000 - Present
Education
Ferris State University 1994 — 1996
United States Air Force November 2011 - Present
American Seating Company June 2005 - October 2011
Education
American Military University 2012 — 2015
Master of Arts (M.A.), Transportation and Logistics Management
Central Michigan University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Engineering/Industrial Management, 3.45
Global Concepts Enterprises, Inc. January 2001 - Present
American Seating Company June 2000 - January 2001
ITM, LLC; Casting and Machining Divisions July 1997 - June 2000
Brillcast Inc. February 1994 - July 1997
Skills
Machine Tools, Product Design, Manufacturing
Education
University of Phoenix 2002 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (BS), Management, 3.84
Grand Rapids Community College 1987 — 1992
Associate in Applied Arts and Science, Mechanical Engineering, & Computer Aided Design
Light Corporation February 2014 - Present
Evans Tempcon Inc. June 2010 - February 2014
American Seating Company August 2002 - January 2010
SAF Holland May 1995 - August 2002
Skills
Product Launch, Work Instructions, Engineering Change..., Project Management, Cost Estimation, Quoting, Cost Reduction/Avoidance, Problem Solving, CNC Programming, Robot Programming, Continuous Improvement, Plant Layout, Fixture Development, Customer Oriented, Routing Creation, Line Balance, Project Justification, Lean Tools
Education
Ferris State University 1993 — 1995
Bachelor's degree, Manufacturing Engineering Technology
American Seating Company April 2014 - Present
Pennzoil Fast Stop June 2007 - July 2014
Royal Technologies Corp. December 2008 - June 2009
Skills
Cost Accounting, US GAAP, Process Improvement, Internal Controls
Education
Grand Valley State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Accounting
Steel Supply & Engineering April 1995 - Present
American Seating Company February 2012 - February 2013
Skills
Construction
Education
Calvin College 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Science (BS), Engineering