1. Luke Burns
I am seeking to obtain a position where I can best
utilize my skills, drive, determination, and education to
be a tremendous asset to a great company. I have
manufacturing, logistics, and sales engineering
experience which has been invaluable.
lukeburns1212@gmail.com
816-835-5891
105 Ward Parkway Apt 411,
Kansas City, MO 64112
linkedin.com/in/
luke-burns-77880380
Work Experience
08/2015 - Present Lenexa, KS
Sales Engineer
Neff Power Inc.
Neff Power's expertise is in providing automation products & solutions that solves
clients problems.
Tasks
Sales engineer for over 50 different manufacturers for electrical
controls, hydraulics, motion controls, pneumatics, and robotics.
08/2014 - 08/2015 Lenexa, KS
Estimator / Sale Engineer
Triangle Sales Inc.
Triangle Sales is Kansas City's leading HVAC equipment distributor.
Tasks
Evaluate and prepare cost estimates by analyzing proposals /
requirements, and interacting with contractors and customers.
01/2014 - 08/2014 Kansas City, MO
Assembly Engineer
Harley-Davidson Manufacturing
Manufacturer for the Sportster, Dyna, V-Rod, and Street Harley-Davidson
motorcycles in Kansas City.
Tasks
Acted as tactical engineer and supervisor on the Sportster, XG, & VR
line. Continuous improvement projects that saved $30,000 annually.
Assisted head industrial engineer to re-balance the production lines.
05/2013 - 08/2013 Lenexa, KS
Business Development - Intern
Preco Inc.
Preco Inc. manufactures a full line of standard and custom laser / die cutting
machines.
Tasks
Market research for growth in adjacent markets.
05/2012 - 08/2012 Moberly, MO
Logistics Engineer - Intern
UTi
North American distribution center for Goodyear.
Tasks
Continuous improvement projects, led LEAN initiative, and 5S projects.
05/2009 - 08/2011 Lenexa, KS
Intern
Preco Inc.
Preco Inc. manufactures a full line of standard and custom laser / die cutting
machines.
Tasks
Observed executive board meetings and worked through the entire
manufacturing process on the floor.
Education
08/2015 - Present
Masters in Business Administration -
Entrepreneurship
University of Missouri - Kansas City
08/2009 - 12/2013
Industrial Manufacturing and Systems
Engineering
University of Missouri - Columbia
Skills & Competences
Organization
Time Management
Goal Oriented
Critical Thinking
Creativity
CAD/CAM
Solidworks
Engineering Economic Analysis
Operations Research
Information System Design
Manufacturing Systems
Analysis
3D Printing
Work Ethic
Organizations and Clubs
Institute of Industrial Engineers - President (Senior Year)
Achieved Gold Chapter Recognition while organizing charity events, speakers,
tours, and networking events. Grew the chapters memberships and more.
Institute of Industrial Engineers - President (Junior Year)
Achieved Gold Chapter Recognition for the first time ever at the University of
Missouri - Columbia. Hosted the 2012 South Central Regional Conference.
Institute of Industrial Engineers - Treasurer (Soph. Year)
In charge of fundraising for the club, completing taxes, and organized all
financials.
Fellowship of Christian Engineers
Had monthly meetings and volunteered for charity events.
3-D Printing Club
Attended meetings where we discussed developments in 3D printing as well as
worked on 3D printing projects together in the 3D printing lab.
Awards
Green Belt Six Sigma 2012 IIE YouTube
Competition Winner
Deans Honor Roll
Interests
Family | 3D Printing | Robots | Future Tech |
KC Royals and Chiefs | Working Out | Basketball | Boxing