Dirk Radnai
Mayfield,NY
Summary
- Worked directly with GE SQE's
- Results-orientated manager with a deep experience in manufacturing operations, quality management, and cross functional leadership. Proven success driving root-cause investigations, implementing corrective actions, and restoring customer confidence during high-visibility quality issues. Strong background in Lean principles, continuous improvement, and optimizing production flow to reduce waste, improve throughout, and ensure audit readiness. Adept at coordinating across engineering, quality, supply chain, and production teams to resolve complex issues quickly and sustainably.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Value Stream Manager
The Gund Company
Amsterdam, NY
12.2025 - Current
- Developed value stream maps to identify and eliminate waste in operations.
- Facilitated continuous improvement workshops to engage employees in problem-solving.
- Collaborated with engineering teams on product development and process design initiatives.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal supply chain performance and reliability.
- Managed projects related to new product launches, process improvements, inventory control initiatives.
- Identified opportunities for process optimization by analyzing data from various sources.
- Participated in meetings with senior leadership team members in order to discuss strategic direction for long-term success.
Quality Control Supervisor
The Gund Company
Amsterdam, NY
09.2021 - 12.2025
- Developed and implemented quality control procedures across production lines.
- Trained staff on quality standards and safety protocols in operations.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
- Facilitated communication between departments regarding quality improvements.
- Reviewed product specifications to ensure adherence to customer requirements.
- Conducted root cause analysis for non-conformances and reported findings.
Project Manager / Estimator
Homestead Paving
Miami, FL
10.2017 - 10.2019
- Manage project budgets of $30M+ and ensured company obtained the best possible pricing.
- Negotiated, analyzed, and prepared proposals, purchase order agreements, and subcontracts.
- Managed new subcontractors and vendors to foster great business relationships.
Production Supervisor
Power Pallet
Amsterdam, NY
01.2016 - 10.2017
Quality Control Manager
Fiber Glass Industries
Amsterdam, NY
09.1995 - 01.2016
- Responsible for maintaining ISO 9001 Standards as well as scheduling internal ISO audits.
- Receipt and inventory of chemicals and raw materials.
- Confer with lab technicians to ensure that their daily duties were completed.
- Purchasing of materials in order to maintain production goals.
Education
High School Education -
Mayfield Central School
Skills
- Lean 6 Sigma Greenbelt
- Operations Management
- ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Continuous improvement
- Quality management systems
Specialized Training
- Principles of Lean Manufacturing
- FMCC Sponsored Kepner Tregoe Problem Solving and Decision Making Course
- Hirano's 5S Sponsored Power of Visual Thinking Course
- Bulletproof Management Training
Timeline
Value Stream Manager
The Gund Company
12.2025 - Current
Quality Control Supervisor
The Gund Company
09.2021 - 12.2025
Project Manager / Estimator
Homestead Paving
10.2017 - 10.2019
Production Supervisor
Power Pallet
01.2016 - 10.2017
Quality Control Manager
Fiber Glass Industries
09.1995 - 01.2016
High School Education -
Mayfield Central School