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Guelph, On, Ca

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Lead and mentor a high-performing engineering team in order processing, CNC programming, product engineering, and development.• Spearheaded the development and refinement of cabinetry product lines, enhancing market competitiveness and customer satisfaction.• Successfully implemented Microvellum Toolbox across the organization, optimizing manufacturing processes and improving efficiency.• Played a key role in the strategic development and launch of innovative products and hardware, contributing to business growth.• Facilitated the integration of new CNC machinery, improving production capabilities and reducing lead times.

Kitchener, Canada Area

• Executive leadership of a 15+ member engineering team, driving product development, custom engineering, and continuous improvement initiatives.• Led the successful introduction of new products and enhancements to existing lines, aligning with market demands and competitive analysis.• Managed a $1M machinery procurement and layout improvement project, significantly boosting production efficiency.• Established and refined departmental standards, including ISO procedures, ensuring compliance with national and local regulations (UL, CSA, BIFMA).• Champion continuous improvement initiatives, driving lean manufacturing practices within the engineering department.

Toronto, On

• Led the development and refinement of cabinetry product lines, improving design and manufacturability.• Implemented Cabinet Vision Solid 8.0 & Screen to Machine (s2m), enhancing CNC programming accuracy and efficiency.• Oversaw the integration of a custom-built ERP system, streamlining operations and reporting across the company.• Managed trade show booth designs and corporate marketing initiatives, bolstering brand presence at industry events.• Provided training on Cabinet Vision software to dealerships and internal teams, enhancing technical capabilities.

Mississauga, On

• Managed product development and engineering for new and existing cabinetry lines, ensuring high quality and market relevance.• Led facility expansion projects, optimizing layout and workflow to support business growth.• Developed and implemented a manufacturing part identification system, improving traceability and quality control.• Directed an engineering team, providing technical support and driving continuous improvement in product and process efficiency.• Engineered and prototyped new cabinetry designs, utilizing SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, and IMOS 4.5CAD.• Maintained product BOMs and configured new product relationships in SQL, ensuring accurate product data management.• Developed and distributed product development and engineering change documentation, supporting seamless product launches.

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

• Designed and prototyped new lighting fixtures, expanding product lines and improving functionality.• Conducted CSA and UL standards testing, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.• Optimized existing product designs to enhance cost-effectiveness and manufacturability.

Diploma, Industrial Design

Certificate, Project Management

Certificate, Lean Manufacturing