Mike Peterson
About Mike Peterson
Mike Peterson is a Senior Manufacturing Engineering Technician at Tennant Company, where he has worked since 2012. He has a background in automotive and mechanical engineering, with previous experience in the Minnesota Army National Guard and various manufacturing roles.
Work at Tennant Company
Mike Peterson has served as a Senior Manufacturing Engineering Technician at Tennant Company since 2012. In this role, he acts as the main process stakeholder for production processes. He is responsible for training all new hires and current employees, ensuring that they are well-equipped to meet production standards. Additionally, he maintains BOM SuperRoutes in SAP for facilities located in Minneapolis, Japan, and Australia. His responsibilities also include annually re-certifying every assembler to ensure compliance with production standards. Peterson is actively involved in finding and testing new smart tools for assemblers, aimed at enhancing production efficiency.
Military Background
Mike Peterson served in the Minnesota Army National Guard from 2000 to 2014, working as a Generator Mechanic for a total of 14 years. This experience provided him with technical skills and knowledge in maintenance and repair, which have been beneficial in his subsequent roles in manufacturing and engineering.
Education and Expertise
Mike Peterson studied at Western Dakota Technical Institute, where he earned an Associate's degree in Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician from 2001 to 2003. He furthered his education at the University of North Dakota, achieving a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Additionally, he completed a program at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, where he graduated with honors in Diesel Powered Generation in 2001 after 11 months of study.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current position at Tennant Company, Mike Peterson held various roles in the automotive and manufacturing sectors. He worked as an Automotive Technician at Mangold Ford from 2006 to 2008. He also had experience as a Mechanical Assembler at Caterpillar Inc. for 10 months in 2010 and for 8 months in 2008, as well as a year-long position at Clarke in 2009. These roles contributed to his extensive knowledge in manufacturing processes and assembly techniques.
Coaching and Community Involvement
In addition to his professional responsibilities, Mike Peterson demonstrates leadership and commitment to youth sports by coaching two level 4 hockey teams. His involvement in coaching reflects his dedication to community engagement and the development of young athletes.