Have enjoyed working in the automotive tooling and metal stamping industry since 1980. Starting as a machinist, eventually through training and advancement became a Die Maker, responsible for the planning, processing, building and tryout of progressive, line and transfer stamping dies. This experience and knowledge has made it possible to hold positions of Die Leader, Foreman, and Tool Room Supervisor in the production environment, Tooling Engineer and Project Manager over the last 20 years.