Kevin Strand
Stillwater
Summary
Hardworking manufacturing professional with demonstrated success in machine building and solid understanding of reading schematics, creating templates and operating equipment. Quality-focused and dependable with top-notch problem-solving and organizational abilities. Known as a reliable and punctual team player always looking for ways to help the team.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Builder
LOFTech Prototype llc
St. Paul
12.2008 - 06.2025
Executed fabrication, assembly, and debugging of custom-designed machines.
Performed welding of frameworks and construction of control cabinets.
Conducted mechanical assembly to ensure operational integrity of machines.debug
Machine Assembler
Viking Engineering
Minneapolis
08.2005 - 12.2008
Implemented complete mechanical and electrical fabrication of automated pallet and residential wall panel systems
Machine Builder/Machinist
MIDMAC Systems inc
Saint Paul
1987 - 2005
Executed all facets of machine building, including welding framework and smaller components.
Assembled mechanical systems and performed wiring for control panels.
- Debugged machinery to ensure optimal functionality prior to installation.
- Installed completed machines at client locations, ensuring compliance with specifications.
Education
Machinist Training
Central Vocational
St. Paul, mn01-1987
Studied All Nuclear Systems Pertaining To Submarine
Naval Nuclear Power School
Orlando, Fl/ West Milton,NYSkills
- Machine assembly and fabrication
- Electrical wiring and troubleshooting
- Welding and metalworking techniques
- Debugging and diagnostics
- Mechanical troubleshooting and repair
- Equipment installation and operation
- Safety compliance and quality assurance
- Project management and team collaboration
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Attention to detail and precision
- Pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- Blueprint reading and schematic interpretation
- Robotics integration and control systems
- Hand and power tool proficiency
- Mechanical aptitude and skills
Timeline
Machine Builder
LOFTech Prototype llc
12.2008 - 06.2025
Machine Assembler
Viking Engineering
08.2005 - 12.2008
Machine Builder/Machinist
MIDMAC Systems inc
1987 - 2005
Machinist Training
Central Vocational
Studied All Nuclear Systems Pertaining To Submarine
Naval Nuclear Power School
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