Nortech Systems
Industry: Company
DescriptionHeadquarters: Wayzata, MN Founded: 1981 Parent organization: Curtis Squire, Inc. Subsidiaries: Devicix, LLC, Intercon 1
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Nortech Systems Employees
SCB Division of DCX-CHOL Enterprises, Inc. August 2015 - Present
IEC Electronics Corp. March 2015 - August 2015
IEC Electronics Corp. December 2013 - March 2015
IEC Electronics Corp., Southern California Braiding Division October 2011 - December 2013
IEC Electronics Corp. August 2010 - September 2011
Nortech Systems January 2004 - August 2010
Omnetics Connector Corporation January 1998 - January 2004
Ryt-way Industries, LLC January 1994 - January 1998
Norwest Mortgage January 1993 - January 1995
Tradehome Shoestores January 1990 - January 1993
Skills
Manufacturing, Electronics, Product Development, Lean Manufacturing, Engineering, New Business Development, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, MRP, Manufacturing..., Sales Management, Continuous Improvement, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Negotiation, Project Management, Medical Devices, Contract Negotiation, Sales, Supply Chain Management, Management, Business Development, Testing, Aerospace, Team Leadership, Strategic Partnerships, Engineering Management, Product Management, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Operations Management, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Process Engineering, Semiconductors, SPC
Education
University of Phoenix 2006 — 2009
Bachelor's of Science Degree, Business Administration; Integrated Supply Chain and Operations Management
Anoka Ramsey Community College
Microsoft Access
Management Center at University of St. Thomas
Mini-Master's Seminar series, Manufacturing Systems Engineering
Minnesota State University, Mankato 1988 — 1990
Accounting and Computer Programming
Taylor Farms June 2014 - Present
Hillshire Brands July 2012 - July 2014
Nortech Systems November 2011 - July 2012
United States Army Reserve October 2011 - June 2012
Viracon June 2008 - November 2011
Viracon July 2008 - June 2009
US Army March 2007 - May 2008
ARMY June 2005 - October 2006
Alaska Army National Guard May 2002 - June 2005
High School / Middle School January 1999 - January 2005
Skills
TWI JI Instructor, Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Military, Manufacturing Management, Problem Solving, Operations Management, Logistics, Manufacturing, Team Building, Planning, Change Management, Cross-functional Team..., Microsoft Office, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Excel, 5S, Coaching, Supply Chain, PowerPoint, Supervisory Skills, Word, Troubleshooting, Visio, ISO, Data Analysis, Kaizen, Employee Relations, Manufacturing..., Project Planning, Six Sigma, Training, Process Scheduler, Human Resources, Value Stream Mapping, Management, Process Engineering
Education
DePaul University 1995 — 1999
Master of Arts, Education
Washington State University 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts, English
William Fremd 1985 — 1987
H.S.
Vertex Innovative Solutions December 2013 - Present
Calvary Chapel di Treviso, Italy July 2008 - March 2013
Nortech Systems September 2001 - June 2008
ACT Manufacturing June 2000 - March 2001
TE Connectivity June 1996 - June 2000
TE Connectivity May 1993 - December 1996
TE Connectivity June 1990 - May 1993
REDCOM Laboratories, Inc. 1985 - 1986
Skills
Strategic Account..., Leadership, Program Management, Technical Support, Community Outreach, Management, Product Development, Strategy, Sales Operations, Sales, Manufacturing, Electronics, Engineering, Design for Manufacturing, CRM, Cross-functional Team..., New Business Development
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology 1987 — 1990
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians, 3.47
ArKco Sales March 1989 - Present
AMP Incorporated October 1987 - March 1989
Nortech Systems June 1985 - October 1987
Control Data Corporation / MPI January 1981 - June 1985
Skills
Strategic Planning, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, New Business Development, Project Management, Sales Management, Consumer Electronics, Operations Management, AutoCAD, Sales Process, Sales Presentations, Electronics, Product Design, Account Management, Continuous Improvement, Sales Operations, Negotiation, Product Development, Customer Service, Business Development, Purchasing, Product Marketing, Direct Sales, Team Building, Medical Devices, Sales, Inventory Management, Cold Calling, Selling, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Bemidji State University 1981 — 1986
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Industrial Technology/Technician
Canby Area Vocational-Technical Institute 1973 — 1975
Document of Proficiency, Architechural Drafting
Echo Public High
Nortech Systems March 2007 - Present
Skills
Cost Accounting, Cash Flow, Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Process Improvement, Budgets, Cost Benefit, Manufacturing, Revenue Recognition, GAAP, ERP, Variance Analysis, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Fixed Assets, Consolidation, Internal Controls, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma
Education
University of Mary
Master's degree, Business Administration
The University of North Dakota
Bachelor's degree, Accounting
Nortech Systems September 2014 - Present
Nortech Systems April 2013 - September 2014
Kerry Ingredients August 2009 - June 2011
Nortech Systems June 2008 - August 2009
Skills
Team Leadership, Communication, Organization, Productive Teams, AutoCAD, AutoCAD Architecture, Revit, Inventor, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Blueprint Reading, Bilingual-English/Spanis..., Multi Tasking, Self-driven, Engineering, Solidworks, Autodesk Software, Schematic, Wiring, Product Design, Assemblies, Technical Documentation, Sketching, Microsoft Office 2007, Power Tools, Technical Drawing, CAD, Soldering, Troubleshooting, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Leadership
Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato 2014 — 2018
Manufacturing Engineering
ITT Technical Institute-Eden Prairie 2011 — 2013
Associate's degree, Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Riverland Community College 2002 — 2002
Nortech Systems May 2012 - Present
Pentair Technical Products 2005 - May 2012
McLean Thermal/APW 1999 - 2005
Hoffman Enclosures 1988 - 1999
Bermo Engineering Technology 1985 - 1987
Hartzell Manufacturing 1979 - 1985
Midwest Plastics 1977 - 1979
Skills
Telecommunications, Product Development, Business Development, SaaS, Contract Negotiation, New Business Development, Cross-functional Team..., Negotiation, Sales Management, Leadership, Program Management, Sales, Pricing, Direct Sales, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Account Management, Customer Satisfaction, Process Improvement, Product Management, Supply Chain, SDLC, Manufacturing, Strategic Planning, Management, Value Stream Mapping, Key Account Management, International Sales, International Business
Education
University of St. Thomas 1991 — 1994
MBA, Marketing
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 1973 — 1977
BS, Business Admin
Nortech Systems June 2014 - Present
Devicix, LLC October 2008 - June 2014
Technical Compliance, LLC January 2001 - June 2014
Quality Management Partners February 2010 - January 2011
St. Jude Medical 2007 - 2007
Ferro Pfanstiehl 1999 - 2007
Quintiles Consulting February 2001 - April 2003
Day & Zimmermann Validation Services 1999 - 2001
Amgen 1992 - 1994
Skyland Scientific 1990 - 1993
Skills
FDA, Quality System, Validation, CAPA, Quality Assurance, ISO 13485, V&V, Medical Devices, Change Control, Manufacturing, Testing, Quality Management, Regulatory Affairs, Design Control, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Program Management, ISO 14971, Cleaning Validation, Biotechnology, Technical Writing, Design of Experiments, Biomedical Engineering, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Gonzaga University - School of Business Administration 1997 — 1999
Masters, Organizational Leadership
Montana State University-Bozeman 1986 — 1990
B.S., Microbiology
Norbord January 2014 - Present
Nortech Systems December 2007 - January 2014
LarsonAllen January 2006 - November 2007
Alloway Industries 1999 - 2002
US Navy January 1991 - January 1995
Skills
Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Budget, Strategic Financial..., Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting, Cost Benefit, Cash Flow, Variance Analysis, CPA, GAAP, Revenue Recognition, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Fixed Assets, Managerial Finance, Account Reconciliation, Accruals, Journal Entries, General Ledger, Budgets
Education
Bemidji State University 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting
Lake Superior College 1995 — 1996
Associate of Arts (AA), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Sanmina Corporation July 2009 - Present
Nortech Systems August 2008 - July 2009
DCI Incorporated February 2007 - May 2008
Suntron Corporation November 2004 - February 2007
Progress Instruments, Inc December 2002 - November 2004
Retail Marketing Group July 1997 - December 2002
MANA Corporation May 1997 - December 1999
JB Hunt Transport 1995 - 1997
Bank of America 1990 - 1995
Dole for President January 1988 - April 1988
Education
University of Arkansas 1997 — 2001
MPA
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville 1982 — 1993
BSPA
University of Kansas 1984 — 1985
Lee's Summit High School 1978 — 1982
Antioch
Landis + Gyr 2015 - Present
Nortech Systems April 2006 - Present
Skills
MRP, Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Supply Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management
Education
Central Lakes College
Associate in Arts
The College of St. Scholastica
Bachelor's in Business Management, Business
Nortech Systems December 2010 - Present
Craig Dollansky Racing June 2010 - Present
Viracon May 2010 - December 2010
DeRuyter Pallets April 2005 - August 2008
Skills
Design for Manufacturing, Electronics, FMEA, Manufacturing, Engineering Management, Valor, AutoCAD, Project Engineering, Rapid Prototyping
Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Electronic Engineering Technology
South Dakota State University 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Electronic Engineering Technology
Ross & Associates Ltd. April 2015 - Present
Easy Energy Systems January 2014 - September 2014
Bosch Security Systems June 2009 - December 2013
Bosch Security Systems October 2007 - June 2009
Bosch Security Systems February 2005 - September 2007
Devenish Nutrition April 2004 - December 2004
V-TEK, Inc July 2003 - April 2004
Enterprise Minnesota March 1997 - July 2003
Nortech Systems February 1984 - March 1997
Oakridge Windpower February 1983 - February 1984
Skills
Manufacturing, Engineering, Process Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, Process Improvement, Operations Management, Purchasing, Product Development, Project Management, Electronics, ISO, Negotiation, Project Planning, Iso 9000, Quality System, Value Stream Mapping, R&D, Strategic Planning, 5S, Cross-functional Team..., Engineering Management, Manufacturing..., SAP, Kaizen, Management, Change Management, ERP, Start-ups, Manufacturing..., Supply Chain Management
Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato 1988 — 1989
post graduate studies, Accounting and Business/Management
St. Cloud State University 1974 — 1982
Bachelor, Engineering Technology
Jasper High School 1968 — 1970
K-8
Nortech Systems 2006 - Present
Stern Industries, Inc June 1996 - May 2006
Holiday Companies February 1994 - July 1996
Skills
Electronics, Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Software Documentation, Customer Satisfaction, Microsoft Office, Engineering, Team Leadership, HST Classification, NAFTA, ISO9001 Auditor
Education
Central Lakes College-Brainerd 1989 — 1991
Associate's degree, Accounting
Weisser Distributing August 2014 - Present
Nortech Systems June 2013 - August 2014
Northland Fishing Tackle January 2012 - April 2013
Northland Fishing Tackle April 2010 - January 2012
Great Western Bank September 2009 - March 2010
Northwestern Mutual January 2009 - May 2009
Skills
Forecasting, Competitive Analysis, Financial Analysis, Investments, Marketing, Brand Management, Trade Shows, Credit, Strategy, Leadership, Banking, Portfolio Management, Business Development, Commercial Banking, Loans, Operations Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Process Improvement, Business Planning, Global Sourcing, Social Media, Negotiation
Education
Augustana College (SD) 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Business Finance
Spirit Lake High School
Spirit Lake High School
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs December 2013 - Present
Good Neighbor Home Health Care August 2012 - April 2013
Nortech Systems August 2005 - June 2010
Reptron Electronics January 1999 - August 2005
IPEC October 1995 - October 1999
US Navy November 1987 - November 1995
Skills
Six Sigma, Process Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, Process Improvement, Quality Assurance, Lean Manufacturing, SPC, FMEA, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, 5S, Design of Experiments, Electronics, Value Stream Mapping, Engineering, Nursing Care, Emergency Nursing, First Responder, Medication..., Nursing Process, Surgical Nursing
Education
Indiana State University 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Science Nursing(BSN), Masters of Science Nursing(MSN), Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse/Nurse Practicioner
Ivy Tech Community College 2013 — 2014
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Nursing Science
Central Lakes College-Brainerd 2010 — 2013
Associate of Arts (AA), Nursing Science
Austin Community College
Florida State University
The University of Texas at Austin
Dianne's Custom Candles July 2013 - Present
Private Family April 2013 - June 2015
Menards July 2012 - July 2013
Central Campus Beaver Bookstore August 2008 - July 2012
Nortech Systems Inc. October 2000 - October 2011
Beaver Bookstore September 2008 - August 2011
Nortech Systems May 2006 - May 2008
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, ISO, Inventory Management, Process Improvement, Customer Satisfaction, Troubleshooting, Quality Assurance, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Software Documentation, Supervisory Skills, Management
Education
Bemidji State University 2008 — 2010
None, Sociology
Nortech Systems February 2012 - Present
Nortech Systems, Inc. February 2007 - March 2012
Taylor Corporation 2005 - 2007
Target 2003 - 2005
Skills
Team Leadership, Project Management, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Human Resources, Training, Continuous Improvement, Management, Organizational..., Coaching, Recruiting, Change Management, Microsoft Office, Performance Management, Software Implementation..., Six Sigma, Operations Management, Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Project Planning, Talent Management, Employee Benefits
Education
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science & History & Minor in Speech Communication
Intek Plastics March 2015 - Present
Nortech Systems June 2011 - March 2015
Zimmer Spine September 2007 - May 2012
Andersen Windows August 2003 - August 2007
Independent Consultant March 2002 - August 2003
St. Jude Medical January 2001 - March 2002
Gillette June 1984 - January 2001
Skills
Accounting, Business Process, Business Process..., Continuous Improvement, ERP, Forecasting, Lean Manufacturing, Management, Logistics, Manufacturing, Procurement, Product Development, Program Management, Project Management, SAP, Six Sigma, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Strategy
Education
Stanford Executive Education Program 2007 — 2007
University of Kentucky 2004 — 2006
Certification
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 1991 — 1991
Certification
APICS 1989 — 1991
CPIM
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BS
UPS August 2013 - Present
UPS June 2010 - August 2013
Nortech Systems August 2008 - June 2010
Starkey Labs July 1993 - August 2008
Skills
Microsoft Office 2007, Team Leadership, Coaching, Self Starter, Goal Oriented, Customer Service, Delegate, Organizing, Setting Priorities, Investigative Reporting, Planning, Business Communications, Time Management, Documentation, Supervisory Skills, Mentoring, Teamwork, Manufacturing, Employee Training, Access, Account Management, Event Management, Inventory Management, Microsoft Office, Operations Management, Project Planning
Education
Minnesota School of Business 2009 — 2012
AAS, Business Administration
Beltrami County Attorney Office April 2015 - Present
Cinderellas Maidservants November 2006 - April 2015
North Hennepin Community College September 2014 - December 2014
Graduate August 2012 - December 2014
Womack Opticians, Inc. November 2005 - November 2006
Nortech Systems November 2000 - November 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Management, Customer Satisfaction, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Legal Writing, Westlaw, Litigation, Time Management, Microsoft Word, Legal Research, Data Entry
Education
North Hennepin Community College 2012 — 2014
Associate of Science (A.S.), Paralegal
North Hennepin Community College 2012 — 2014
Associate's degree, Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Upper Mississippi Mental Health Center, Inc. January 2015 - Present
Bemidji Charter Commission January 2014 - Present
Nortech Systems June 2013 - Present
Walmart November 2009 - February 2012
Walmart November 2008 - November 2009
Skills
Presidency, Team Leadership, Financial Accounting, Managing Deadlines, Project Planning, Training, Cost Accounting, Robert's Rules of Order, Shrinkage, Managing Meetings, Microsoft Excel, Profit, Loss Prevention, Retail, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Asset Protection, Store Management, Store Operations, Merchandising, Internal Investigations, Associate Development
Education
Bemidji State University 2008 — 2014
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Finance
Bemidji State University 2008 — 2014
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Trek North High School 2004 — 2008
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company March 2015 - Present
Triad January 2014 - December 2014
Nortech Systems January 2013 - December 2013
Procter & Gamble January 2011 - December 2012
HCG Engineering February 2007 - February 2009
Skills
Reliability Engineering, Quality Assurance, Project Management, Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Electrical Controls..., Teamwork, Manufacturing..., Management, C++, FMEA, Continuous Process..., Risk Management, Preventive Maintenance, Change Management, PLC Programming, Embedded Systems, Six Sigma, SAP, VLSI, Process Automation
Education
California State University-Dominguez Hills 2014 — 2015
Master of Science (MSc), Quality Assurance & Manufacturing Engineering
Minnesota State University, Mankato 2013 — 2013
Coursework, Electrical Engineering ( Embedded System & VLSI Design, Antenna & Microwave Engineering)
Moshood Abiola Polytechnic Abeokuta 2009 — 2010
BSc, Electrical/Electronics Engineering
The Federal Polytechnic Ilaro 2004 — 2006
Associate's degree, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Nortech Systems November 2011 - Present
Internet Broadcasting August 2006 - November 2011
Gelco Information Network 1996 - 2006
County Seat Stores April 1996 - March 2001
Skills
Employee Relations, Succession Planning, Talent Management, Employee Benefits, Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Benefits Administration, Deferred Compensation, Human Resources, Strategic Planning, Management, Payroll, New Hire Orientations, HRIS, Hiring
Education
Luther College 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts, Management
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Continuing Education: CEBS 8: Human Resources and Compensation Management
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Continuing Education - CEBS 4: Retirement Plans - Defined Benefit Approaches and Plan Administration
United States Steel Corporation September 2014 - Present
City of Nashwauk June 2014 - Present
Mission Fire and Rescue December 2009 - February 2015
United States Steel Corporation November 2013 - September 2014
United States Steel June 2013 - November 2013
Nortech Systems,Inc November 2009 - June 2013
Wackenhut Services, Inc August 2008 - November 2009
Brainerd Fire Department January 2007 - September 2009
BNSF Railway March 2007 - July 2008
Nortech Systems July 2006 - March 2007
Skills
Machine Tool Repair, EMT - Basic, Firefighting, Fire & Emegency..., Hazmat Awareness and..., Pneumatics Maintenance..., Machine Tool Alignment, Machine Tool Calibration, Precision Bearing..., Cross-functional Team..., Team Leadership, Kaizen Facilitation, Hydraulic Systems..., Reliability Centered..., Predictive Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Machine Tool Rebuilding, Machine Tool Spindle..., ICS Safety Officer, ICS, Fire Management, Kaizen, Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, Machine Tools, Cnc, Troubleshooting, Machining, Hazardous Materials, Continuous Improvement, Pneumatics, Machinery, Maintenance & Repair, Hydraulics, TPM, Lathe, ISO, Team Building, EMS, Equipment Maintenance, Electronics, Inspection, Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, Training, Process Improvement, Supervisory Skills
Education
Coleman College 1990 — 1991
Certificate, Computer Industrial Technology, 3.925
San Diego City College 1987 — 1990
Vocational Certificate, Precision Machine Tool Mechanic, Apprenticeship Studies
US Navy Service School Command - San Diego 1980 — 1981
Certificate, Machinery Repairman 'A' School, Pass
Junipero Serra Jr-Sr High School 1977 — 1980
High School Diploma, General Studies
Itron August 2010 - Present
Elbit Systems of America August 2008 - August 2010
Nortech Systems October 2003 - March 2008
Cummins Filtration May 2001 - August 2003
Elkay Manufacturing March 1999 - March 2001
Sonopress October 1995 - December 1998
SSI Technologies, Inc May 1994 - June 1995
AlliedSignal March 1990 - 1994
Rockwell Collins 1985 - 1988
Skills
Six Sigma, Shingo, IPC, DOE, APQP, FMEA, POKE-YOKE, Lean Manufacturing, TQM, SPC, MSA, ESD, Kaizen, 5S, PPAP, CAPA, NDT, VISUAL FACTORY, INTERAL AUDITING, Tops, TS16949, Quality Control, Quality System, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Quality Auditing, Design of Experiments, ESD control, ISO, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Poka Yoke, Iso 9000, Supplier Quality, Electronics, AS9100, Root Cause Analysis, DMAIC, Aerospace, Automotive, Continuous Improvement, ISO/TS 16949, ISO 9000
Education
University of Northern Iowa 1978 — 1982
BA in Biology, Minor in Chemistry
Landis + Gyr May 2006 - Present
Nortech Systems February 2001 - January 2003
BAE Systems ( United Defense) February 2001 - December 2001
Eastman kodak October 2000 - February 2001
Skills
Computer Electronics, Telecommunications, Electronics Repair, Electronics, Troubleshooting, Electrical, RF, PLC, Microsoft Office, Manufacturing, Excel, Testing, Assembly, Visio, Analog, Embedded Systems, Windows, Computer Hardware, Hardware, Microcontrollers, Problem Solving, Wireless, Semiconductors, Software Installation, Windows 7, Test Equipment, Quality Assurance, Documentation, Test Automation, Product Development, Smart Metering, Electricians
Education
Brown College 1999 — 2001
AAS Electronics and Computer Science, Electronics and Comptuer Technology
Pine River/Backus 1992 — 1998
High School Diploma, Standard courses
Arctic Cat August 2012 - Present
Arctic Cat April 2010 - August 2012
TEAM Industries Inc. November 2000 - April 2010
Nortech Systems November 1999 - November 2000
ConAgra Foods - Lamb Weston/RDO Frozen June 1997 - November 1999
Skills
Manufacturing, PPAP, APQP, Supplier Quality, Product Development, Engineering, SPC, Continuous Improvement, GD&T, ISO, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Quality Assurance, Kaizen, 5S, Supply Chain Management, Root Cause Analysis, Quality Management, Outlook, Strategic Planning, Program Management, MS Project, Customer Service, Change Management, Employee Relations, JIT, Microsoft Office, Risk Management, SAP, Testing, Team Leadership, Vendor Management, Problem Solving, PowerPoint, Business Management, Coaching, Excel, Hiring, Operations, Quality, Word, Cost Estimating, Small Business, Cost Reduction, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing..., Project Estimation
Education
Bemidji State University 1990 — 1996
BS, Industrial Technology (Manufacturing Management)
Nortech Systems January 2011 - Present
Winland Electronics January 2007 - March 2011
Winland Electronics January 2007 - June 2008
ADC September 1999 - January 2007
Skills
Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Engineering, Program Management, Electronics, Product Development, Testing, Lean Manufacturing, Software Documentation, Troubleshooting, Quality Assurance, Kaizen, Project Management, Project Planning, RF design, Telecommunications, Six Sigma, Product Management, Engineering Management, Integration, Cross-functional Team..., Continuous Improvement
Education
Grantham University 2004 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BS), Electrical and Electronics Engineering, 3.45 GPA
South Central College 1999 — 2001
Associates, Electronics/Wireless Communication Systems
Grantham University
Pursuing Bachelors, Business Administration and Management, General
Nortech Systems December 2013 - Present
Sign-Zone, Inc 2007 - 2013
Engineered Polymers Corp February 2003 - June 2007
Ben's Tool & Iron November 2001 - February 2003
Engineered Polymers Corp March 1986 - February 2000
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Account Management, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Manufacturing, Sales, Finance, Account Reconciliation, Management, Leadership, Auditing, Budgets, Internal Audit, Forecasting, Marketing
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management
Bachelor’s Degree, Accounting
Luther Seminary June 2015 - Present
Medtronic June 2014 - June 2015
Medtronic October 2012 - June 2014
Medtronic November 2009 - December 2012
Carlson School of Management January 2007 - January 2010
Medtronic May 2009 - November 2009
Nortech Systems May 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Medical Devices, Process Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, SAP, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Manufacturing, Project Management, Microsoft Excel, Management, Quality System, Purchasing
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Supply Chain & Operations Management
Copenhagen Business School 2008 — 2008
The Bergquist Company April 2014 - Present
The Bergquist Company February 2013 - April 2014
The Bergquist Company July 2010 - February 2013
Nortech Systems May 2008 - July 2010
Innovex Inc. June 1997 - October 2007
Litchfield Precision Components 1993 - 1997
Skills
Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality Systems, Process Engineering, Microsoft Office, FMEA, ISO, Excel, Quality Assurance, Process Improvement, Electronics, Minitab, Root Cause Analysis, Engineering Management, Design of Experiments, Continuous Improvement, DMAIC, AutoCAD, Lean Manufacturing, Design for Manufacturing, 5S, SPC
Education
St. Cloud State University 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Heron Lake-Okabena ISD 330 June 2014 - Present
Cory Sheldahl Educational Services October 2005 - June 2014
Adrian ISD 511 October 2013 - December 2013
SOCRATES Online September 2011 - June 2013
Minnesota State University, Mankato January 2013 - May 2013
ISD 2134 August 2009 - June 2010
Nortech Systems April 2008 - April 2009
Combined Insurance July 2007 - December 2007
Winnebago Industries September 2006 - February 2007
Alden-Conger Schools September 2005 - January 2006
Skills
Teaching, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Tutoring, E-Learning, Instructional Technology, Staff Development, Distance Learning, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Curriculum Design, Teacher Training, Classroom, Customer Service, Curriculum Development, Microsoft Excel, Adult Education, Management, Public Speaking, Educational Leadership, Grant Writing, Technology Integration, Higher Education, Courses, Blended Learning, Moodle, Web 2.0, K-12, Learning Management, Learning Management..., Literacy, Lesson Planning
Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato 2009 — 2011
Master of Science, Educational Technology, A 4.0
Northwestern College 1993 — 1995
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics Education, Bible
Minnesota State University, Mankato 1991 — 1993
N/A, Education
Milwaukee School of Engineering 1990 — 1991
N/A, Pre-Engineering
Southern New Hampshire University October 2013 - Present
Grantham University July 2011 - Present
Grand Canyon University August 2010 - Present
American Public University System August 2010 - Present
Ashford University July 2010 - Present
Buena Vista University Graduate and Professional Studies August 2009 - Present
University of PhoenixOnline January 2009 - Present
Mount Washington College June 2013 - July 2015
Nortech Systems October 2006 - March 2010
GKN Armstrong Wheels 2004 - 2006
Skills
Leadership, E-Learning, Microsoft Office, Financial Analysis, Budgets, Forecasting, Cost Accounting, Management, Financial Accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley, Marketing, Cost Benefit, Cash Flow, Management Accounting, Cost Control, TQM, Accounting, Payroll, Auditing
Education
Northcentral University 2007 — 2013
PhD, Finance, Management
Northcentral University 2007 — 2009
MBA, Human Resources, Finance
Buena Vista University 1996 — 1998
Bachelor, Accounting
Covidien For Larson and Tourbo August 2013 - Present
Covidien for Larsen and Toubro April 2013 - August 2013
Covidien for Larsen and Toubro January 2013 - April 2013
Medtronic October 2011 - November 2012
Nortech Systems May 2010 - October 2011
TriVirix 2008 - 2010
Aurobindo Pharma June 2006 - December 2006
Pharmasia LTD April 2005 - July 2005
Skills
Manufacturing, Medical Devices, Quality Assurance, Documentation, Validation, Software Documentation, FDA, Minitab, SPC, Gage R&R, Quality System, FMEA, CAPA, ISO, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, ISO 13485, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Kanban, Design of Experiments, Product Development, Design for Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Value Stream Mapping, DMAIC, Kaizen
Education
St. Cloud State University 2007 — 2009
Masters, Engineering Management
ICFAI 2003 — 2007
B.Tech, Biotechnology
Sushi 101 March 2013 - Present
Abercrombie & Fitch August 2010 - November 2010
Nortech Systems May 2010 - August 2010
Education
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 2010 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Accounting
Catawba Valley Community College 2009 — 2010
Associate of Arts (A.A.), 3.8
Regional Training Site - Maintenance November 2012 - Present
Regional Training Site - Maintenance August 2004 - November 2012
Regional Training Site - Maintenance January 2003 - November 2012
Nortech Systems April 1999 - January 2003
Acrotech March 1996 - April 1999
GorMil Manufacturing June 1994 - March 1996
Shore Intermediate Maintenance Activity, Unites States Navy November 1990 - May 1994
USS Deyo, DD989 December 1987 - November 1990
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1992 — 1994
Bachelor's degree, Vocational Education with a Specialization in Workforce Development
City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College 1990 — 1994
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General (undeclared major)
Nortech Systems January 2014 - Present
Phoenix Electronics, Inc. January 2011 - December 2014
Millenium Electronics, Inc. January 1995 - December 2011
Northrop Grumman Corporation January 1982 - December 1992
Skills
Executive Team..., Start-Up Operations, Contract Negotiation, Manufacturing..., Printed Circuit Board..., Sales Management, Marketing Strategy, Employee Relations, Human Resources, New Business Development, Client Relations, Customer Retention, Budgets, P&L Management, Brand Management, Sales Prospecting, Lead Generation, Capital Investments, Territory Management, Sales Forecasting, Cost Reduction..., Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Strategic Policy..., Inventory Management, Clean Rooms, Account Management, Sales Operations, Pricing Strategy, Successful Business..., Electronics..., Business Process..., Business Integration, Strategy & Operations, Negotiations, Contract Management, Project Management, Reorganization, Turnaround Experience, Turnaround Strategy, Manufacturing, Operating Budgets, Growth Management, Investment Capital, Operational Planning, Mergers & Acquisitions, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Finance, Electronics
Education
University of Colorado Boulder 1985 — 1987
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Major: Production Operations Management – Minor: Finance
Eastern Illinois University
Bachelor’s Degree, BS: Industrial Engineering Technology
City of Turtle River July 2015 - Present
MasTec August 2015 - Present
Minnesota Vikings Football, LLC August 2011 - Present
VenuWorks October 2010 - Present
Nortech Systems May 2014 - August 2015
Emerson Process Management March 2013 - May 2014
Rosemount May 2011 - March 2013
The Home Depot October 2008 - May 2011
Bemidji State University August 2008 - May 2011
Bemidji State University August 2007 - May 2011
Skills
Clean Rooms, Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Inventory Management, Sales, Customer Service, Purchasing, Teamwork, Budgets, Event Management, Supervisory Skills, Process Scheduler, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Photoshop, Public Speaking
Education
Bemidji State University 2006 — 2011
Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Management, Construction Management, Manufacturing Technology
Currently unemployed August 2014 - Present
Advanced Disposal / Veolia Environmental Services September 2008 - August 2014
Advance America / National Cash Advanced January 2001 - September 2008
Nortech Systems January 1995 - January 2001
Skills
Management, Collections, Customer Service, Customer Relations, Customer Satisfaction, Billing Process, New Hire Orientations, New Hire Processes, Loans, Legal Writing, Supervisory Management, Purchasing, Internal Audit, Banking, Marketing, Data Entry, Cash Handling, Inventory Control, Budgeting, Invoicing, 10 Key, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Windows XP, Cash Flow, Team Building, Sales, Leadership, Employee Training, Creating procedure...
Education
Chippewa Valley Technical College 2000 — 2001
GED, GED
Nortech Systems October 2014 - Present
Pall Corporation February 2014 - October 2014
ATMI November 2012 - February 2014
Edelmann & Associates, Inc. May 2002 - October 2012
Despatch Industries February 2001 - December 2001
ITT Goulds Pumps January 1997 - December 2000
Schlumberger January 1995 - January 1997
Skills
Microsoft Office, Engineering Design, Technical Design, Distribution, Pumps, Product Development, Electrical, Electricians, Troubleshooting, Project Management, Project Planning, Project Engineering, Instrumentation, Process Engineering, Six Sigma, Management, Analysis, Manufacturing, Engineering
Education
Cal State Long Beach 1991 — 1994
Electrical Engineering, Engineering
California State University-Long Beach 1991 — 1994
Biomedical and Clinical Engineer, Bimoedical And Clinical Enginering
Golden West College 1987 — 1991
General Education
Human Resources Consultant April 2005 - Present
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa 2007 - 2010
Royal Caribbean International 2003 - 2005
Nortech Systems 2000 - 2002
Skills
International Human..., CPHR(Certified Public..., Certified OSHA CFR 2910..., International Maritime..., Succession Planning, Negotiation, Personnel Management, Workers Compensation, FMLA, EEOC, Performance Appraisal, Americans with..., Risk Management, Cultural Diversity, AAP, Industrial Hygiene, Human Resources, International, OSHA, Public Sector, International Relations, Employee Relations, Onboarding, Organizational..., Recruiting, Employee Engagement, Benefits Administration, Management, Labor Relations, Employee Benefits, Budgets, New Hire Orientations, Training, Talent Management, Leadership, HRIS, HR Policies, Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Hiring, Applicant Tracking..., Leadership Development, Union Avoidance, Hospitality, Employee Training, Job Descriptions, Compensation & Benefit, Payroll, Conflict Resolution, College Recruiting
Education
US Coast Guard Academy Dania Beach FL. STAR Academy 2003 — 2003
Certified International Maritime 3.5 stripe officer, STAR, SOLAS, BSTR, Confined Space Entry, 1st Responder
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Certified Instructor, Code of Federal Regulations Section 2910
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
CPHR, Human Resources Professional
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelors of Science
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
Minnesota Tool and Die Works Inc May 2014 - Present
Nortech Systems 2013 - May 2014
Ace Hardware April 2012 - May 2013
Excaliper Rollers January 2008 - August 2012
Skills
Machining, Solidworks, AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Manufacturing, Lathe, Milling, CAD, Sales, Product Design, 5S, Manufacturing..., Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, SolidWorks, Time Management, Teamwork, Microsoft Office
Education
Bemidji State University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Industrial technology manufacturing management
Nortech Systems March 2015 - Present
LaValley Industries October 2014 - March 2015
Wells Technology June 2014 - September 2014
Marvin Windows and Doors May 2013 - August 2013
Marvin Windows and Doors December 2012 - January 2013
Marvin Windows and Doors May 2012 - August 2012
Northland Community and Technical College January 2012 - May 2012
Skills
Manufacturing, Team Leadership, Flow Charts, Power Tools, Microsoft Office, Critical Thinking, Marketing, Multi Tasking, AutoCAD, Inventor, Time Management, Minitab, Manufacturing..., Testing, Lean Manufacturing, Solidworks, Machining, CAD, Six Sigma, 5S
Education
Bemidji State University 2012 — 2015
B.S. Engineering Technology, Minor in Business Administration, 3.7 overall
Northland Community and Technical College 2011 — 2012
Corporate Benefit Administrators November 2009 - Present
Nortech Systems June 2004 - June 2009
Potlatch Corporation November 1997 - May 2002
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Accounting, 401k, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Account Reconciliation
Education
Central Lakes College-Brainerd 2002 — 2004
AA Network Administration, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Central Lakes College-Brainerd 2002 — 2004
AA Liberal Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
The College of St. Scholastica
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration, 3.6
Central Lakes College-Brainerd
AA Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science
Creation Technologies March 2011 - Present
Nortech Systems January 2007 - March 2011
Telex Communications July 1997 - January 2007
Skills
Manufacturing..., Kanban, Value Stream Mapping, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, Manufacturing, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, Electronics, ISO, Process Improvement, DMAIC, Operations Management, SPC, Manufacturing..., MRP, Design of Experiments, Quality System, Materials Management, Supply Management, Minitab
Education
Rogers State University 1993 — 1996
Associate of Science (A.S.), Mathematics
Richard L Flick Jr February 2000 - Present
The Tech Group 2005 - 2012
Nortech Systems October 1999 - September 2005
United States Marine Corps June 1980 - June 1984
Education
Gateway Technical College 1985 — 1986
Vocational Diploma, Welding Technology/Welder, 3.92 GPA
Wm Horlick High School 1978 — 1980
Diploma
Clearwater-Polk Electric Cooperative November 2005 - Present
Nortech Systems 2000 - 2005
Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln 1985 — 1987
ATEK May 2005 - September 2012
Nortech Systems May 2002 - May 2005
Bobcat Company May 2001 - May 2002
Skills
Platinum Certified NCRC..., Technical Documentation, Software Documentation, Project Management, Process Engineering, Product Development, Customer Service, Customer Support, Testing, Manufacturing, Engineering Management, Cross-functional Team..., Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Electronics, Process Improvement, Six Sigma
Education
North Dakota State University 2000 — 2002
B.S., Mechanical Engineer
National Distributors May 2013 - August 2014
Kittery Trading Post May 2011 - August 2011
Nortech Systems May 2010 - March 2011
Skills
Sales
Education
Muhlenberg College 2012 — 2016
Champion Air August 2005 - December 2008
Nortech Systems, Inc. January 2005 - August 2005
Nortech Systems September 2001 - January 2005
Nortech Systems October 2000 - September 2001
Daktronics May 2000 - October 2000
Nortech Systems September 1997 - May 2000
Skills
Employee Relations, Human Resources, Personnel Management, HRIS, Program Management, Employee Training
Education
The College of St. Scholastica 1993 — 2001
BA, Management
T.O. Plastics 2013 - 2015
Hysitron, Inc. 2011 - January 2014
Rasmussen College 2011 - 2012
Nortech Systems 2008 - 2011
Sanmina-SCI 2005 - 2008
Manufacturer's Representative 1997 - 2005
Skills
Channel Management, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Sales Management, Sales Presentations, Marketing Communications, Global Management, Marketing Management, Messaging, Contract Development, Leadership, Channel Partners, Business Development, CRM, Contract Negotiation, Sales, Manufacturing, Start-ups, Team Leadership, Product Marketing, New Business Development, Management, Sales Process, Team Building, International Business, Negotiation, Contract Management, Business Strategy, Sales Operations, Strategic Partnerships, Strategy, Product Development, Account Management, Market Research, Cross-functional Team..., Business Planning, Competitive Analysis, Program Management, Electron Microscopy, Salesforce.com, Marketing, Key Account Management, International Sales, Product Management, Highly detail oriented, P&L Management, Lead Generation, Medical Devices, Semiconductors
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management
MBA
Marquette University
Bachelors of Science Engineering
St. Thomas Academy
Nortech Systems April 2007 - Present
Cargill, Inc 2005 - 2007
Skills
Budgets, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Cross-functional Team..., Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Forecasting, Cost Accounting, Auditing, Process Improvement
Education
Bradley University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science, Accounting, 3.46
Stratasys May 2014 - Present
Nortech Systems March 2012 - April 2014
Integra LifeSciences July 2010 - September 2011
St. Jude Medical March 2004 - July 2010
iFlex, Inc. (formerly Advanced Flex) June 1999 - February 2004
Skills
Performance Management, Organizational..., Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Change Management, Coaching, Medical Devices, Applicant Tracking..., HR Strategy, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Talent Management, SAP, Personnel Management, Employment Law, Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Human Resources, Continuous Improvement, Operations Management, Succession Planning, Onboarding, Deferred Compensation, Employee Benefits, HRIS, Six Sigma, Benefits Administration, Workforce Planning, Management, College Recruiting
Education
Concordia University-St. Paul
BA, Human Resources Management
Bluestem Brands, Inc. August 2014 - Present
Nortech Systems September 2013 - August 2014
Creative Memories October 2003 - September 2013
Electrolux Home Products June 1998 - October 2003
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Total Productive..., Cost justification for..., Demand Flow Technology, Project Management, New Product..., Lock Out Tag Out, Time Study, AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, Visual Basic, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Product Development, TPM, Problem Solving, Team Building, Team Leadership, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Training
Education
North Dakota State University 1985 — 1991
BS, Industrial Engineering and Management
Detroit Diesel November 2012 - Present
Detroit Diesel November 2011 - November 2012
Nortech Systems September 2010 - December 2011
Nortech April 2010 - October 2010
Nortech Systems October 2008 - May 2010
Nortech Systems September 2006 - October 2008
Fastenal May 2001 - September 2006
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Supply Chain, DMAIC, 5S, FMEA, ISO, Management, Manufacturing..., Process Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, SPC, Supply Chain Management
Education
St. Joseph's College 2012 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Organizational Leadership
Bemidji State University 1998 — 2003
BS-Industrial Technology, Industrial Technology -- Manufacturing Management/Construction Management
Nortech Systems December 2013 - Present
Goodrich Sensor Systems March 2010 - December 2013
Goodrich Sensor Systems July 2007 - March 2010
St. Cloud State Univeristy - Planetarium Operations September 2005 - May 2007
St. Cloud State University - Organic Semiconductors Research May 2005 - May 2007
St. Cloud State University - Cometwatchers January 2004 - May 2007
Gesmundo Computing Inc. 1997 - 2001
Skills
Testing, VHDL, PCB design, Sensors, Manufacturing, Troubleshooting, Embedded Systems, PCB Design, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement
Education
St. Cloud State University 2002 — 2007
B.S., Electrical Engineering
Hennepin Technical College 2001 — 2002
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 2000 — 2001
Entellus Medical November 2014 - Present
Nortech Systems 2007 - October 2014
Skills
Employee Relations, Applicant Tracking..., Payroll, Training
Education
Gustavus Adolphus College
Owatonna
Neutral Path Communications LLC July 2014 - Present
Nortech Systems October 2012 - July 2014
Lindsay Window & Door September 2007 - October 2012
Midwest Accounts Service/Accts Receivable Control April 2005 - October 2007
Taylor Corporation April 2001 - January 2005
Skills
Outlook, Excel, Employee Relations, Word, Payroll, Customer Service, Employee Benefits, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Process Improvement, Budgets, Team Building, Performance Management, Accounts Receivable, Time Management, Leadership, Accounts Payable, Human Resources, Microsoft Office, Forecasting, Accounting, Training, Account Reconciliation, Management, Analysis
Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato 1995 — 1999
Bachelor's Degree, Accounting
Bosch October 2012 - Present
Bosch January 2005 - October 2012
Damico Cucina 2001 - 2009
PPT Vision 2002 - 2005
Nortech Systems January 2002 - January 2004
Skills
Machine Vision, Motion Control, Engineering, Manufacturing, Automation, Product Development, Solidworks, Electronics, Project Management, Manufacturing..., Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, Quality System, Image Processing
Education
Bethel University 2013 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Minnesota State University, Mankato 1997 — 2002
BS, Manufacturing Engineering
Hibbing Community College-A Technical and Community College 1998 — 2000
American Garage Door Supply Inc. July 2013 - Present
Wells Technology, Inc. March 2012 - July 2013
Bemidji Metalworks, Inc. June 2011 - March 2012
Nortech Systems December 1997 - April 2009
Skills
Customer Service, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking
Education
Bemidji State University 2009 — 2011
BAS, Technology Management
3M Health Care November 2014 - Present
Nortech Systems May 2007 - October 2014
Skills
Medical Devices, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Process Engineering, SPC, Design of Experiments, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, FMEA, Minitab, Process Simulation, ISO 13485, Manufacturing..., Root Cause Analysis
Education
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Industrial Engineering
St. Cloud State University
Master of Science (M.S.), Engineering Management
Nortech Systems January 2012 - Present
Nortech Systems April 2011 - April 2012
Aerospace Systems - A division of Nortech Systems, Inc. 1998 - March 2011
Crenlo 1992 - 1997
Skills
Program Management, Manufacturing, New Business Development, Defense, CRM, Marketing Strategy, Electronics, Team Building, Engineering, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Product Development, Sales Management, Strategic Planning, Management, Forecasting, Sales, Leadership
Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing, Finance
Nortech Systems quotenortech systems2003 - 2009
Bemidji State University September 2005 - May 2006
Nortech Systems April 2004 - May 2005
Education
Bemidji State University 2000 — 2005
BS, Industrial Technology, Business Administration
Devicix July 2015 - Present
Nortech Systems May 2015 - Present
Skills
Strategic Planning, Marketing Research, Brand Management, Forecasting, Analysis, Medical Devices, Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Product Launch, Global Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Market Planning, Product Marketing, Marketing Management, Market Development, Marketing, Market Analysis, Sales, Product Management, Competitive Intelligence, Marketing Communications, Trade Shows, Market Research, Product Lifecycle..., FDA, International Marketing, Budgets, Pricing, Positioning, Account Management, Business Strategy, B2B, Sales Management, Segmentation, Voice of the Customer, Pricing Strategy, P&L Management, Customer Insight, Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Commercialization, Competitive Analysis
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 2006 — 2010
MBA
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1998 — 2003
Bachelor of Science
Normedix September 2015 - Present
Millerbernd Laser October 2014 - September 2015
Nortech Systems June 2013 - November 2014
Suttle November 2012 - June 2013
American Medical Systems July 2008 - October 2012
Hutchinson Technology August 1999 - July 2008
Donaldson June 1998 - August 1999
Skills
GD&T, Pro Engineer, AutoCAD, Design for Manufacturing, Solidworks, PDM, CAD, Product Development, Medical Devices, Troubleshooting, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Geometric Dimensioning..., Machine Design, Testing, SolidWorks, PTC Creo
Education
Normandale Community College 1997 — 1999
AAS, Mechanical Engineering Technology
NDSCS 1992 — 1994
AAS, Electronic Technology
Nortech Systems January 2009 - Present
Powerwave Technologies October 2000 - October 2007
Seagate Technology 1995 - 2000
AST Research May 1991 - May 1995
Skills
Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Cross-functional Team..., Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Electronics, Process Improvement, Supply Chain, Materials Management, 5S
Education
California State University-Fullerton 1993 — 1995
B.A., Business Administration - Finance Concentration
Bethany Lutheran College- Mankato, MN 1985 — 1987
A.A., Liberal Arts
Nortech Systems August 1990 - Present
Education
Ashford University 2009 — 2011
Associate’s Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Nortech Systems October 1999 - Present
WestWind Campus of Care 1995 - 1999
Colter Village 1989 - 1995
Education
University of North Texas 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Science
St. Cloud State University 1978 — 1979
Nortech Systems June 1999 - Present
Team Industries June 1996 - June 1999
Team Industries May 1994 - June 1996
Automotive Service and Repair May 1985 - May 1994
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., CAD, Automotive Repair, Six Sigma, Process Engineering, Quotations, Green Belt, Product Design, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, FMEA, Automotive, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, Product Development, Process Improvement, SPC
Education
Bemidji State University 1989 — 1994
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Technology
Bemidji Area Vocational Technical Institute (NTC) 1983 — 1985
2 Yr Degree, Automotive Mechanics
Nortech Systems April 2014 - Present
Nortech Systems November 2009 - July 2014
Nortech Systems September 2006 - November 2009
Pinnacle Publishing, LLC September 2005 - September 2006
Pinnacle Publishing, LLC March 2005 - September 2005
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Customer Satisfaction, Management, Six Sigma, Product Development, Process Improvement, Team Leadership, Leadership, Project Planning, Operations Management, Inventory Management, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Program Management, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management
Education
Bemidji State University 2002 — 2005
Bachelor of Science, Design Technology
University of Wisconsin-Stout 2000 — 2002
Design
Totino-Grace 1996 — 2000
Public Schools 2012 - Present
Cass County September 2009 - April 2013
Nortech Systems 2006 - 2009
American Time & Signal 2005 - 2006
Xcel Energy 2000 - 2005
United States Air Force 1980 - 2000
Skills
Budgets, Nonprofits, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Program Management, Public Speaking, Team Building, Leadership Development, Training, Government, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Service, Management, Leadership, Continuous Improvement, Project Planning, Policy, Program Development, Project Management, Coaching
Education
Peru State 1998 — 2000
BS - Managment, Business Management
Community College of the Air Force
Associate's degree, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
Rolls-Royce June 2015 - Present
Wabash National June 2012 - June 2015
Amazon June 2010 - July 2012
RCF Kitchens November 2008 - June 2009
Rexnord December 2007 - December 2008
Red Gold November 2005 - November 2007
ConAgra Foods June 2002 - May 2005
Kraft Foods June 2000 - March 2002
Donaldson January 1997 - June 1999
Nortech Systems May 1994 - April 1997
Skills
Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Leadership, Procurement, Value Stream Mapping, Process Improvement, Program Management, Management, Training, Six Sigma, Team Leadership, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Operational Excellence
Education
Purdue University 2012 — 2013
6 Sigma Black Belt
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1988 — 1993
BSIE, Engineering Management
Faribault Foods, Inc May 2005 - Present
Border Foods Inc 2001 - 2010
Nortech Systems 1999 - 2001
Skills
Manufacturing, Food, Microsoft Excel, SQF, Team Building, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Food Industry, Microsoft Office, Training, HACCP, Process Improvement, Food Safety, GMP, Scheduling
Education
University of Phoenix 2010 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
University of St. Thomas 2009 — 2010
Manufacturing Leadership Certificate
Bemidji State University 1995 — 2001
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Management
AbelConn LLC 2010 - Present
Nortech Systems 2004 - May 2010
Nortech Systems 2004 - 2008
Toro, Terex, Westech 1984 - 2003
Skills
Operations Management, Lean Manufacturing, Leadership, Business Strategy, Process Improvement, P&L Management, Management, Executive Management, Sales, Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, Product Development, Strategic Planning
Education
University of Arizona 1969 — 1971
MS, Engineering
Stellar Industries, Inc. June 2015 - Present
Stellar Industries, Inc. October 2012 - June 2015
Nortech Systems August 2006 - August 2012
Applied Composites Engineering July 1998 - July 2004
Rexnord January 1997 - July 1998
Skills
Electronics, Engineering, SPC, Manufacturing, Design for Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing..., Troubleshooting, Continuous Improvement
Education
Southeast Community College 1995 — 1997
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Nortech Systems September 2011 - Present
Nortech Systems January 2011 - September 2011
Winland Electronics, Inc. April 2001 - December 2010
Avery Weigh-Tronix June 1997 - April 2001
Skills
Product Development, Lean Manufacturing, Electronics, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Design for Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing..., Cross-functional Team..., SPC, Software Documentation, Engineering Management, Root Cause Analysis, PCB design, Management, DMAIC, Process Engineering, Kaizen, ISO, FMEA, 5S, Testing
Education
Iowa State University 1991 — 1996
BSEE
Perfecseal January 2013 - Present
Winland Electronics, Inc. April 2010 - August 2012
Nortech Systems 2011 - 2011
ei microciruits 2005 - 2008
Skills
Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Six Sigma
Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato 2000 — 2005
bs, manufacturing engineering
Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire March 2014 - Present
Chippewa Valley Free Clinic September 2012 - April 2014
Manpower December 2013 - March 2014
Aggeus September 2012 - October 2013
Onsite Health Diagnostics May 2011 - December 2012
UW Health January 2011 - March 2011
Nortech Systems August 1997 - August 2010
Skills
EMR, Customer Service, Venipuncture, Injectable, Microsoft Office, Vital Signs, EKG, Cpr Certified, Phlebotomy, Chart, Appointment Scheduling, AED, Data Entry, Medical Records, HIPAA, Filing, BLS, Epic Systems, Medical Assisting, Medicine, Urinalysis, Medical Terminology, Medical Coding
Education
Globe University-Eau Claire 2009 — 2011
Diploma, Medical Assistant
Hanson Pipe & Precast January 2010 - Present
Hanson Pipe November 2006 - January 2010
Hanson Pipe & Precast February 2006 - November 2006
Hanson Pipe & Precast August 2005 - February 2006
Nortech Systems April 2004 - May 2005
Education
Bemidji State University
BS, Industrial Technology
Nortech Systems April 2005 - Present
Oasis Sport Shop December 2000 - October 2004
LAK Consults, Inc. October 1997 - July 1999
E.F. Johnson July 1984 - October 1997
Warner Manufacturing July 1981 - November 1982
Skills
Salesforce.com, Access, Client Services, Basic, Unix, Pro-IV programming, Superlayer Programming, APICS, Integral General Ledger..., Davis Thomas &..., Syteline, Visual, Chess, ERP, MRP, Electronics, Manufacturing, Sales, Six Sigma, Programming, Project Management, Troubleshooting, Financial Services, Forecasting, Mapics, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Visual Basic, Management
Education
Mankato Technical College 1982 — 1984
AA, Computer Programming & Operations
Minnesota School of Business 1980 — 1981
Certificate, Computer Programming & Operations
Nortech Systems November 2014 - Present
Sil-Pro, LLC January 2014 - November 2014
JunoPacific September 2013 - October 2013
SterilMed April 2005 - May 2013
Federal cartridge August 2002 - August 2004
ATS Medical, Inc. July 1997 - September 2001
Juno Enterprises September 1995 - April 1997
Skills
Medical Devices, Project Management, Solidworks, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, Product Development, Process Improvement, Product Launch, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, FDA, ISO 13485, Design Control, Capital Equipment, FMEA, Quality System, V&V
Education
University of Minnesota-Duluth 1990 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Industrial Engineering
University of Minnesota-Duluth 1990 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Industrial Engineering
LINDAR Corporation July 2012 - Present
LINDAR Corporation July 2012 - Present
Currently Unemployed June 2011 - July 2012
ATEK Products 2004 - 2011
Nortech Systems February 2002 - March 2004
Skills
Engineering Management, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, Engineering, Testing, Design for Manufacturing, Six Sigma, MS Project, GD&T, Product Development, Integration, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Automation, Electronics, Project Management
Education
North Dakota State University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Industrial Engineering and Management
North Dakota State University 1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Industrial Engineering and Management
The Home Depot January 2013 - Present
Nortech Systems 2010 - 2012
LINDAR Corporation September 2007 - October 2009
Douglas Machine January 2005 - July 2007
Potlatch Corporation April 1991 - July 2002
Skills
Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, SPC, MRP, Process Improvement, Spend Management
Education
Dunwoody College of Technology 2010 — 2010
Certified MN Energy Auditor
Central Lakes College-Brainerd 2002 — 2004
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Hennepin Technical College 1988 — 1990
Certificate, Electronics
Vista Outdoor Inc. May 2015 - Present
Nortech Systems March 2014 - March 2015
Nortech Systems June 2013 - October 2013
Digital Technology International May 2012 - September 2012
Skills
Data Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Organizational..., Focused Execution, MS Project, Documentation
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Industrial and Systems Engineering (B.I.Sy.E), Industrial and Systems Engineering
BIC Graphic USA (Temporary position) March 2015 - Present
Nortech Systems November 2014 - March 2015
Winland Electronics, Inc. May 2013 - October 2014
Ameristar Mfg Inc April 2012 - May 2013
Agstar Financial - Lookout Ridge October 2011 - April 2012
Knickrehm LLC DBA Curves May 2005 - February 2011
Knickrehm Companies November 2001 - May 2005
Additional Minnesota Accounting Positions August 1996 - November 2001
Texas Accounting Positions December 1992 - May 1996
Skills
Financial Reporting, Accounting, General Ledger, Internal Controls, Cost Accounting, Accounts Payable, Account Reconciliation, Accounts Receivable, Variance Analysis, Forecasting, GAAP
Education
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting and Business/Management
Nortech Systems March 2013 - Present
Graco August 2006 - March 2013
Deltak October 2001 - August 2006
Air-Cure May 1999 - September 2001
Skills
Sheet Metal, Machine Design, GD&T, Pro Engineer, Solidworks, Design for Manufacturing, Windchill, Assemblies, PTC Pro/Engineer, Machining, PDM, CAD, Fixtures, Machine Tools, Product Design, Plastics, Metal Fabrication, Piping, Tolerance Analysis, AutoCAD Mechanical, Mechanical Product..., Injection Molding, Design for Assembly, Fixture Design, Bill of Materials, Rapid Prototyping, SolidWorks
Education
Northwest Technical Institute 1992 — 1993
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
Nortech Systems 2011 - 2013
Cottonwood County Family Service Agency 1985 - 1997
Education
Ridgewater College
Associate of Science (A.S.), Human Services, General
SMSU- Marshall, MN
In Process, Elementary Education and Teaching
INCERTEC June 2011 - Present
Nortech Systems 2006 - 2011
Identix Incorporated 2002 - 2005
Reviva Inc. 2000 - 2002
Barry Blower 1999 - 2000
IMI Cornelius Incorporated 1996 - 1999
Skills
Accounting, Finance, Cost Accounting, Variance Analysis, General Ledger, Internal Controls, Manufacturing, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Accounts Payable
Education
St. Cloud State University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting
Nortech Systems August 2014 - Present
Arts Way Mfg October 2012 - January 2014
Arts Way Mfg March 2008 - October 2012
Education
Iowa Lakes Community College 2010 — 2012
Associate's degree, Accounting