Jon — PLC Programmer / Robot Programmer

Jon is an expert level robot programmer with advanced knowledge of the core software code through KAREL. He has extensive knowledge of all major automotive manufacters specifications and can perform any task on a Fanuc robot.

Jon has broad knowledge of the Rockwell controls platform and specifications for GM, Ford, Stellantis, and Challenge Mfg.

Jon has designed, built, spec`ed, programmed, intgrated, and diagnosed robotic cells, and lines utilizing Siemens controls solutions.

Jon is capable to program, debug, and integrate robot solutions on ABB robots

Jon has advanced knowledge of the Kuka robot including all applications.

Assigned to Reinhart Industries, Livonia, MI Commissioned KUKA robots for Caterpillar project being installed in Monterrey, Mexico

Duration at this company 2022 - 2025 Assigned to Challenge Manufacturing P8 – Pontiac MI. Continuous improvement activities such as cycle time reduction, standardization of existing equipment and incorporation of error proofing strategies. Oversee upcoming Automation projects at integrators sites. Support Paccar up-speed project

Duration at this company 2021 - 2022 Assigned to Challenge Manufacturing – Pontiac MI. Continuous improvement activities such as cycle time reduction, standardization of existing equipment and incorporation of error proofing strategies. Engineering and mass calculations for robots on WL line

Duration at this company 2020 - 2021 Commissioning of GM L233 Automation cells for KUKA Systems at GM Tech Center Supporting L233 Launch – PPO North Robot & Controls support for all Automation Cells Reworked C-Flex Respot Cell Converting it to Safety PLC & Adding 8 C-Flex units

Duration at this company 2017 - 2020 Design 3D concepts for quoting, provided simulations resulting in winning bids Pushed new technologies in controls group Updated Engineered packages to make use of Safety over Ethernet Vs. Hardwire solutions Review Engineered packages and identify items that can be cost down. Lead Controls on BMW Spartanburg sealer zones Required to learn Siemens Step7 & TIA Portal Attended Siemens SITRAN training for TIA Portal Performed mechanical design for Fanuc 3DL Vision EOAT Multiple Drop-Lifter projects using Fanuc M-2000iA robot

Duration at this company 2015 - 2017 Mechanical & Controls Engineering for Multiple cell relocations at Tower Meridian MS Simulation & Quoting of Tesla Rotor assembly Automation Systems Building of Engineering groups including purchasing equipment for engineers & panel build areas

Duration at this company: 2013 - 2015 Quoting, Concepting, Simulation, And Engineering of various projects. Controls Engineering assigned to Chrysler Kokomo Casting project (5 Lines, 5 robots each)

Duration at this company 2012 - 2013 Programming Chrysler Kokomo 8 Speed Transmission De-Gating lines Contracted to Corvette Assembly Plant installing 3DL Fanuc vision on frame & Dash line

Duration in this position 2001 - 2012 Develop robot automated testing as part of cost down initiative Design test fixtures using SolidWorks 3D Cad software Develop automated Vibration testing using data acquisition hardware and DasyLab software Develop automated repeatability test using Keyence Laser displacement sensor. Developed using Fanuc Karel and RS-232 interface Develop all manufacturing test practices and tooling in accordance with Engineering test Specification Design and built applicator test stand to test Fanuc Versabell applicators featuring fluid controls and process components Responsible for new product launches, training, technical details and debug practices for key technicians Responsible for programming and continued improvement of programming and support of Manufacturing FRP Automated assembly cell, included two robots with tool changers, force sensing, intelligent parts feeder and 3DL vision and 2D vision assembling Fanuc Robots. YouTube Video Link: Responsible for build of P-500 prototype launch and build manufacturing process at Nissan Smyrna beta site. Full installation was completed in three days, which was an industry first Support of all P-500 installations for approximately two-year period (VW Wolfsburg Germany, Ford Kansas City, Nissan Smyrna)

Duration in this position 1998 - 2001 Responsible for Project Management of all Fanuc paint products, including managing all new paint products and applications per customer requirements Order and configuration of robots based on Paint forecast

Duration in this position 1995 - 1998 Performed mechanical design for Fanuc 3DL Vision EOAT Oversee mechanical robot assembly operations & ensure quality standards are meet Manage Robot final assembly test area & provide debug support Perform safety & quality checks ISO 2001 TE Auditor

Served from 1993 - 1995 Assigned to Nimitz class Aircraft Carrier Carl Vinson Deployment for six months for Desert Storm / Shield operations Responsible for shipboard pipefitting & Engineering