HI I’M DEAN FOWELL
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My Background
There are so many people in the world who never have the opportunity to pursue the career they love. I’m not one of them. I love what I do and since starting my career in New Zealand, I’m thrilled to say that I’ve learned from so many trained professionals in my field. I know that I still have so much to learn from others in the industry. I’m a hard worker, a team player and excited to see what projects could benefit from my unique skill set.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
My Qualifications
December 2021 - Present
TERRITORY MANAGER, BLUTEC MACHINERY
Our focus with our customers is to evaluate their needs, present recommendations, and supply (turn-key) the right machinery or system for improvement in their manufacturing process. We specialize in helping our customers determine ways to be more productive, reduce set-up, eliminate bottlenecks, and improve their bottom line. Utilizing some of the Best Equipment in the Industry Starting with Fiber Lasers C02 Lasers and Press Brakes from MC Machinery.
May 2017 - December 2021
REGIONAL SALES MANAGER , HEXAGON RADAN
Offering a range of CNC simulation software, factory automation solutions, and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM) packages specified for different production methods, Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence’s production software solutions help manufacturers produce parts right the first time.
Hexagon develops and distributes CAD-CAM software for aiding the design and manufacturing processes, providing solutions for the tooling, production engineering, sheet metal, metal fabrication,
April 2017 - October 2017
CSR - APPLICATIONS , VERO SOFTWARE
I interact with customers and partners. I provide information about products and services, take orders, respond to customer complaints, and process sales. Along with other duties as Software Applications related tasks as and when needed.
Working with Regional Sales Managers and reporting on current sales inside or outside sales. Developing new business well working with other partners.
July 2015 - April 2017
NATIONAL SALES MANAGER, AMPROM LTD
Managed Sales for New Zealand, Selling Amada Machinery, Wilson Tooling Responsible for Customers New and Existing all Sales Activity and Campaigns, helped Am Prom Establish CRM for Company and Support Case Portal, Maintained productive and professional relationships with key personnel in assigned customer accounts. Negotiate and close agreements with large customers, And OEM Accounts Liaise with Marketing and Product Development departments to ensure brand consistency Work with International Suppliers
June 2015 - August 2015
REGIONAL SALES MANAGER, AMPROM LTD
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June 2012 - July 2015
APPLICATIONS ENGINEER, VERO SOFTWARE
Provide Technical Support and Service to end-users by processing highly technical support needs and communicating solutions via telephone, e-mail, and the Internet. Conduct end-user training courses onsite for the customer, or in-house training facility, and over the internet. On-site installation of CAD/ CAM software and integrate the product into various avenues of technical robotic manufacturing systems.
July 2010 - June 2012
DESIGN ENGINEER, MGM PRODUCTS LTD.
I specialize in the design, development, manufacturing, and supply of air distribution, air diffusion, air handling, air conditioning, and Fire Protection products and components to the HVAC industry.
I design curb adapters that provide the latest in absolute job site efficiency. Designed to match up to any preexisting roof curb, Our curb adapters are durable, reliable, and cost-effective. Our curbs are based on our rigid one-piece solid welded construction. I also design seismic Vibration Isolation Curbs.
July 2008 - September 2010
APPLICATIONS & PROGRAMMER , DELLINGER ENTERPRISES
I was responsible for maintaining & repairing Co2 Amada lasers. and
programming duties included design and drafting, in 3D using solid works. And nesting with sigma nest. Quote laser parts and we accept any files dxf or Solidworks files. I was involved in Prototyping and one-off custom jobs. Helped in quoting Laser Profiling Jobs, Involved in training of Laser Operators. Oversee Laser safety. Was involved in the process of Fabricating Hybrid Buses for
Dellinger Enterprises and First Production Buses for Design line
International A New Zealand Company that have made the move
to build buses in USA.
January 2005 - July 2008
PRODUCTION MANAGER , D - TEK
Oversee production of shop floor from Laser Dept to press room to weld and quality control. Safety training & carried out laser duties at both shops at Wrico Stamping and DTek in making sure lasers were running made laser repairs on Mazak Lasers and AMADA Vipros Punch. Trained and evaluated employees. Help out in Programming of Lasers and punches.
December 1999 - July 2005
CNC LASER PUNCH OPERATOR, UNIVERSAL STAINLESS / LEGGETT & PLATT
Program and run CNC Lasers and CNC Punches and layout of flat parts for various commercial kitchen products. Doing welding and layout of custom commercial kitchens, Also trained employees in Charlotte NC plant and then moved to Denver Colorado to Run Laser Punch Combo and training new staff in the setup of CNC lasers & punches, manually create multi-part macro programs, performed laser repairs, and optical alignment, and general punch & laser maintenance.
September 1993 - October 1998
CERTIFIED WELDER, CNC CUTTING - AMTEC & MANGORIE INDUSTRIES
This is where I first worked and learned the ropes of engineering covering all aspects of the engineering trade. Being taught by some of the best guys in the trade Welding and Fabricating Engineered Products. Also involved in running profile cutting machines and learning the process of every tool in the shop. Later gaining my welding certifications taking a lot of lead roles in onsite and offsite jobs from the oil rigs inland to company shutdowns and oil and Gas related welding Jobs. Before Moving to USA.
EDUCATIONAL HISTORY
Learning and Living
January 1989- Dec 1992
SCHOOL CERT, NEW PLYMOUTH BOYS HIGH
School Certificate
( School Cert or School C ) Math, English, Science, Art,
January 1992 - December 1992
BASIC MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TRADE
WESTERN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AT TARANAKI
New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 3)
SKILLS
Knowledge & Expertise
APPLICATIONS ENGINEER
Advanced
Pre-sale and post-sale technical support
Collaborate with software development team to drive core product growth
Develop custom software solutions for customers and industry partners
Create and present technical training curriculums
Travel to customer and industry partner facilities to execute projects and conduct advanced technical training sessions. Up to 30% travel time per year
Cultivate an array of business relationships within the manufacturing sector
SALES & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Advanced
Develop and implement effective sales budget and strategies
Slowly grow a nationwide sales team to achieve growing sales targets.
Establish productive and professional relationships with key personnel in customer accounts
Negotiate and close agreements with large customers
Monitor and analyze performance metrics and suggest improvements
Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual sales forecasts
Perform research and identify new potential customers and new market opportunities
Provide timely and effective solutions aligned with clients’ needs
Liaise with Marketing and Product Development departments to ensure brand consistency
Stay up-to-date with new product launches and ensure sales team members are on board
SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS
PUNCHING LASER &
BENDING
Intermediate
Serves as the expert for laser technology and is fully capable to explain all machine options and operate Laser & Punch machines including laser cutting, bending,
Independently organize and conduct persuasive customer demonstrations (incl., at industry trade shows)
Analyze and generate customer time estimates, provide recommendations for product selection and produce sample parts. Be able to recognize any necessary part design changes and consult customers on modifications to make their components compatible for manufacturing with various machines products.
Conduct operator training and on-site applications support for customers.
Assist with new customers during startup phase to smoothly transition to production
Provide customer phone support to resolve cutting problems and develop parameters for new processe
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