David Thompson has over 20 years of experience in manufacturing engineering roles. He has a proven track record of successfully managing projects from contract award through to production, implementing lean manufacturing practices to reduce costs and improve processes, and developing strong supplier relationships. He is skilled in CAD, CAM, CNC programming, and project management software. Currently he works as a Process Manufacturing Engineer, streamlining operations and transitioning plants.

1. David John Thompson
7009 Hwy 24
Guelph, Ontario
N1H 6J4
226 820 0627
Dave_Thompson@Rogers.com
•Excellent organization and communication skills
•Able to work to deadlines
•Dependable and team oriented
•Proven problem solving skills
Professional Achievements
• Started up an engine component manufacturing cell and subsequently reduced capital
commitment for higher profitability
• Repositioned cast locators and reconfigured GD&T on a new brake component for more
efficient manufacturability
• Reconfigured GD&T on an existing engine component to allow for a more robust proces
• Quoted and presented potential process for automotive components resulting in contract
awards. This included presentations in front of large crowds
• Sourced suppliers of raw materials including cost negotiations to ensure a dependable
supply of raw material that met or exceeded quality requirements
• Created a “show case” for a lean manufacturing cell to use for demonstration purposes to
“sister” plants
• Implemented "lean" practices across 5 manufacturing cells (VSM, SMED, Kanban,
Kaisan, detailed work instruction, 5S)
• Designed and assembled a materials “stores” for equipment and raw material to sustain
tracking, inventory and accessibility requirements
• Generated an initial KAN BAN system for assembly components in order to streamline
and standardize inventory controls and minimize system maintenance.
• Installed a prototype assembly system to error proof the process and save rework costs.
The incorporation of the 2 components required to make up the system had not been tried
before. Our customer was impressed enough to pay for the system themselves.
• Tested and analyzed tools to improve profitability – minimum of 5% savings per year.
• Managed multi discipline project teams to develop processes and means to create on
time, on budget manufacturing cells for automotive components. Criteria were met in
each instance.
• Audited and selected suppliers for coating applications to ensure cost, capacity, and
quality targets could be met or exceeded in order to create a dependable supply.
• Managed suppliers and vendors in a "hands on" role
• Implemented initial lean manufacturing processes resulting in $120,000 instant recovery.
Audited and selected suppliers and vendors to ensure cost, capacity, and quality targets
could be met or exceeded
• Implemented line bore process on cnc machinery to eliminate need for an SPM – a
$400,000 saving.
• Introduced dedicated tool kits for machining stations to better track usage - %15
immediate savings
• Laid out and commissioned automotive component manufacturing cells on time, on
budget
• Instituted continuous improvement practices for cost reductions in manpower and
material.

2. • Designed and installed material handling equipment to reduce manpower requirements on
new and existing production lines
• Installed “clean room” facilities to facilitate CMM and Millipore testing that were
customer requirements.
• Generated turnkey presentation for engine support RFQ - $850,000 contract award
• Achieved successful design process and run off of turnkey manufacturing systems for
engine bracket and steering knuckle. Successful run off met budget and time
requirements.
• Maintained “show case” QS9000 files in order to maintain certification during audits.
• Designed lifting fixtures for larger automotive components to minimize operator fatigue
and improve ergonomics
• The successful implementation of OEM CNC turnkey manufacturing cells.
• The successful launch and continuous improvement of new product lines while
maintaining and addressing existing lines and all aspects of living documentation
Career History
Process Manufacturing Engineer Boehmer Box LP
July 2015 - Present
Duties:
•Streamline process of carton manufacturing
•Manage transition of sister plants to one facility
•Installation of machines and equipment
•Floor layouts
•Maintenance and updates of engineering drawings
•APQP management
•Management of Maintenance activities
•Customer machine validations
Service Technician J R Technical Services
January 2014 – July 2015
Duties:
•On site service and repair of various printing presses
•Mechanical and electrical trouble shooting
•Customer liaison
•Technical reporting
Service Technician Avaton Sight, Sound & Security
March 2014 – July 2015
Duties:
•Installation and service of smart homes and security systems
•Commercial and residential
•System layout and planning
•Technical reporting
Private Contractor Self Employed
March 2012 – September 2013
Duties:

3. •Project management of renovations and new builds
•Development of quotes and timelines for awarded contracts
•Scheduling of manpower and materials
•Creation of bills of materials
•Design of decks, sheds, basements etc
•Selection and management of subcontractors
Applications Engineer / Project Manager Mazak Corporation
May 2011 – January 2012
Duties:
•Project management for turnkey sales of OEM CNC equipment
•Process and tooling development
•Time study development
•Fixture and tooling concept and design
•Customer training and support
•CAD and CAM project applications
•Autocad, Solidworks, Esprit
•MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)
•Customer liaison and negotiations
•Programming and training
Project Coordinator / Manager of Special Projects Day and Ross Transportation
January 2009 – January 2010
Duties:
•Design and implement new weigh scale work stations
•Lay out work station floor plan for efficiency
•Implement safety barriers
•Maintain all aspects of dock safety
•Address all aspects of building maintenance and repair
•Create lean measures thoughout cross dock operation
•Implement tracking system for lift truck maintenance and operator checks
•Coordinate dock operations with truck maintenance requirements
•Liaison between dock personnel and management for continuous improvement projects
•Schedule and coordinate outside contractors to minimize interference with dock operations
•Reconfigure floor layout to minimize damage to dock equipment
•Source contractors and coordinate repairs to dock and truck equipment
Applications Engineer / Project Manager Gross Machinery Group
Feb 2006 – Feb 2008
Duties:
•Project management for turnkey sales of OEM CNC equipment
•Promotional presentations
•Process development
•Time study development
•Fixture and tooling concept and design
•Customer training and support
•CAD and CAM project applications
•Autocad, Solidworks, Esprit
•MS Office, Project
•Turnkey runoff including capability studies

4. •CMM programming and support
Process / Project Engineer Linamar Corporation
Feb 1996 – Feb 2006
Duties:
•Total project management for new products from contract award to production, including all APQP
activities
•Selected and monitored vendors to ensure quality specifications were maintained
•Initiated corrective actions for supplier non conformances
•Maintained manufacturing cells to ensure quality, personell, and customer satisfaction
•Quote and presentation development
•Quality and process studies for continuous improvement of existing lines
•Supplier development
•Fixture and tooling concept and design
•Autocad, Solidworks, Master Cam, Esprit
•MS Office, Project
•Time studies
•Implementation of Lean Manufacturing practices (VSM, SMED, Kanban, Kaisan, detailed work
instruction, 5S)
throughout all manufacturing cells
•Customer and supplier liaison including tooling sign off, GP9, FMEA, control plans, ME runs, PPAP, etc
•Plant layouts
•All QS, TS, and ISO requirements
Educational Network Design and Administration - 2010
Qualifications: Conestoga College, Kitchener, Ontario
Awarded Certificate
Mechanical Engineering Technology / NC Programming – 1994
Conestoga College, Kitchener, Ontario
Awarded Diploma
Special Courses: Project Management / Managing Complex Projects
Design of Experiments
Lean Manufacturing
FMEA Development
Volunteer Work: Chairman, Guelph Community Santa Claus Parade
Minor Baseball / Softball coach
Senior tour of lights
Lions Club International
Interests: Motorcycle repair / restoration, Golf, Baseball, Hockey, Travel