OUR TEAM
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JAY HOUGHTON
Jay has over 20 years of experience in custom engineered and manufactured projects. He is involved in all aspects of projects from conceptual design to manufacturing and through to construction/commissioning.
EDUCATION
Jay holds an Associate’s Degree from Dunwoody College of Technology in Engineering and Drafting.
CONTACT JAY
EMAIL: jayh@synergiesmn.com
PHONE EXTENSION: 110
DAVE COWLES
Dave has over 30 years of experience in manufacturing, equipment repair, and custom fabrication. He has a vast working knowledge of shop processes and equipment through all stages of manufacturing. He specializes in utilizing lean manufacturing techniques coupled with just in time deliveries. He believes in building partnerships with his customers and vendors to add value to each and every project.
EDUCATION
Dave holds an Associate’s Degree from Hennepin Technical College in Manufacturing Engineering, with specialization in Fluid Power.
CONTACT DAVE
EMAIL: davec@synergiesmn.com
PHONE EXTENSION: 223
BRIAN KOVAR
Brian has over 35 years of experience managing fabrication projects supporting heavy highway and bridge construction in the Midwest. He is involved in designing equipment components and improving construction methods to better serve our clients.
EDUCATION
Brian holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Manufacturing Engineering from the University of Wisconsin – Stout.
CONTACT BRIAN
EMAIL: briank@synergiesmn.com
PHONE EXTENSION: 222
DARYL GEMAR
Daryl has over 40 years of accounting and business experience in the construction and manufacturing environments. He’s been involved in the finances and management of the Company since 2012.
EDUCATION
Daryl graduated from the University of North Dakota with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting degree.
CONTACT DARYL
EMAIL: darylg@synergiesmn.com
CARRIE RASMUSSEN
Carrie has over 25 years of experience in both the Human Resources and Accounting areas of business. She is involved in all aspects of employee recruitment and retention along with the financial management of the business.
EDUCATION
Carrie holds a Bachelor’s Degree from St. Cloud State University in Management with an emphasis in Human Resources and is also a member of both the national and local chapters of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).
CONTACT CARRIE
EMAIL: carrier@synergiesmn.com
PHONE EXTENSION: 221
JENNY HOFFMAN
Jenny has over 20 years of experience in manufacturing. Her expertise is managing projects from the cradle to the grave and she has a vast knowledge of materials and shop processes.
EDUCATION
Jenny holds an Associate’s Degree from Dunwoody College of Technology in Engineering and Drafting.
CONTACT JENNY
EMAIL: jennyh@synergiesmn.com
PHONE EXTENSION: 234
TED MARRS
Ted has over 20 years of experience in machine design and product development. He is fluent with 2D and 3D CAD and frequently turns our customers’ “napkin sketches” into working drawings and ultimately finished parts. Ted works directly with all the shop personal, from pre-fabrication all the way through final assembly.
EDUCATION
Ted attended both NDSU and St. Cloud State University.
CONTACT TED
EMAIL: tedm@synergiesmn.com
PHONE EXTENSION: 224
LEVI WAHL
Levi began his career with Synergies 5 years ago, while completing his studies at St. Cloud State University. He gained valuable industry experience and knowledge by working closely with our skilled craftsmen.
EDUCATION
He has been managing engineered projects since graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.
CONTACT LEVI
EMAIL: leviw@synergiesmn.com
PHONE EXTENSION: 113
MITCH HRIBAR
Mitch has 3 years of experience in manufacturing and directs our hard-surfacing division. He is fluent with new product development and abrasion resistant materials.
EDUCATION
Mitch holds a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Automotive Engineering with a Minor in Manufacturing Engineering from Minnesota State University.
CONTACT MITCH
EMAIL: mitchh@synergiesmn.com
PHONE EXTENSION: 232