FRANK SHIPKOWSKI
Mechanicsburg,USA
Summary
Combat-decorated Army veteran with over twenty years' experience in maintenance and Lean Systems across manufacturing, entertainment, and industrial sectors. Expert in implementing advanced maintenance systems, including cloud-based CMMS, Lean practices, and 5S/Kaizen. Certified Lean Practitioner who led an AI-driven strategy, cutting waste by 35% and boosting productivity by 28%.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Lean Practitioner/5S Coordinator
Schneider Electric
Mechanicsburg, Pa
07.2022 - 11.2025
- Led initiatives in waste reduction, process efficiency, and cost savings through the application of Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen events, Root Cause Analysis, and TPS, with a focus on guiding cross-functional teams, facilitating continuous improvement and 5S events, and mentoring multiple teams—supported by measurable outcomes (e.g., 'Reduced scrap by 15%').
- Honored as Employee of the Month (2025) and Quality Employee of the Month (2025) for exceptional performance.
- Functioned as ISO auditor for the Mechanicsburg and Middletown sites, ensuring all required audits were completed within designated periods.
- Developed a comprehensive system for facility cleanliness across a 500,000 sq. ft. site, setting up accountability standards for staff and achieving a cleanliness score of 3.15 out of a target of 5.00 in a company-wide audit, reflecting dedication to quality processes.
- Implemented a 5S program spanning seven departments, resulting in a 25% enhancement in workplace organization. Customers were impressed during their tour of the facility, which resulted in increased customer satisfaction.
Maintenance Supervisor
MTNA
York
09.2021 - 06.2022
- I managed a project team responsible for refurbishing a $3M, 110-foot industrial washing machine that had been improperly wired and presented safety concerns, successfully restoring it to original equipment manufacturer (OEM) safety standards.
- By reducing the sanitation crew from ten to four members, I helped save more than $100,000 in yearly labor costs.
- I watched and evaluated both scheduled and unexpected equipment failures, resulting in a 22% decrease in unplanned breakdowns.
Facilities Engineer
CASE NEW HOLLAND
NEW HOLLAND
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Developed a 5-year air compressor plan saving $60,000 in electricity the first year. Launched overhead door replacements for $75,000 annual savings. Solved helium leaks using root cause analysis and infrared scanning, saving $527,000 yearly. Secured multi-year crane hoist contract with $175,000 saved in the first year.
Maintenance Supervisor
CASE NEW HOLLAND
NEW HOLLAND
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Possessed extensive knowledge of an AS400 CMMS system that was idle due to a lack of knowledge of systems and developed a strategy to bring it back online that resulted in saving $90,000 annually in labor tracking of mechanics.
- Developed and executed KPIs, Planned Maintenance Percentage (PMP), Schedule Compliance, Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF), Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE).
- Chaired team meetings and proved the EWO system, aimed at tackling predictive and preventive maintenance challenges, forming the core of the World Class Manufacturing approach at Case New Holland.
Maintenance / Facilities Manager
TAYLOR COMMUNICATIONS (FORMERLY STANDARD REGISTER)
YORK
07.2014 - 08.2018
- Implemented a cloud-based CMMS system, enabling all mechanics to record breakdown data and resulting in a 40% increase in technician productivity.
- Conducted autonomous maintenance (AM) on four major printing presses, leading to a 22% reduction in downtime and improved operator accountability for total productive maintenance (TPM) processes.
- Functioned as chairperson of the plant-wide safety team, utilizing Gemba Walk techniques to achieve over 220 days without a recordable accident.
- Spearheaded the “HANDS safety program sponsored by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor to award companied that meet the specific criteria which we did. We received a 5% reduction on our workers’ compensation premium or $72,000.
Operations Manager
Ames True Temper
Camp Hill, Pennsylvania
09.2003 - 07.2008
- Leadership: Led 12 Supervisors in a 24/7 Strategic Floor Command: The secret sauce to success is on the shop floor; I do not just 'watch' the floor; I orchestrate it. I make it happen, with over a decade of experience, I anticipate bottlenecks before they happen, adjusting labor and flow in real-time to consistently crush daily KPIs.
- Command Presence: Lead, mentor, and mobilize a diverse warehouse team. Build a culture of accountability, high morale, and peak productivity.
- Safety & Regulatory Mastery: Always striving to go above standard compliance, I champion a comprehensive safety culture. I was on a team that exceeded 2 years + accident free by utilizing my years of experience to identify subtle risks and ensure a zero-incident environment for your team.
- Decision-Making Authority: I pride myself on having the ability to make high-stakes operational decisions under pressure while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor.
- Communication: I have the exceptional ability to interface with executive leadership and front-line associates alike.
- KPI
- Elite Team Command: Lead, mentor, and mobilize a diverse warehouse team. Build a culture of accountability, high morale, and peak productivity.
- Operational Orchestration: Direct the heartbeat of the facility—overseeing inbound/outbound flow, inventory, and fulfillment to crush daily KPIs.
- Strategic Planning: Master resource allocation by strategically deploying labor and equipment based on volume forecasts to ensure maximum efficiency.
- Performance Coaching: Set the gold standard. Conduct real-time coaching and develop the next generation of logistics talent.
Director of Manufacturing
Trail King Industries
Brookville, Pa
06.1998 - 08.2003
- Our team achieved an impressive net profit margin peak of 19%.
- Led a team of professionals in the successful launch of the one thousand cubic foot pneumatic tanker trailer, meeting budgeted person-hours by the fourth trailer produced.
- Directed trailer manufacturing for industries including construction, agriculture, transportation, waste and recycling, and specialized hauling, running 24 hours a day, five days a week, and achieving a 95% on-time shipment rate.
- Managed eight supervisors across three shifts in the 24/5 operation.
- Supervised two hundred certified welders within an ISO/DOT Quality Controlled setting to support consistent quality standards.
- Oversaw the production of various trailers, ranging from 50 to 300 tons, reaching up to three hundred units per month while sustaining targeted efficiency and quality targets.
Education
Associate's degree - Business Administration
Butler College Community College
Butler, Pennsylvania, USA06-1983
MBA - Lean Systems
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, USA12-1999
Skills
- Wound dressing
- Patient interviewing
- Treatment administration
- Coordinating referrals
Training Accomplishments
- Proficient in MS Office, CMMS and ERP applications.
- Hands-on working knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, and other regulatory safety guidelines.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
- ASQ (American Society of Quality)
- SME (Society of Manufacturing Engineers
- APICS (American Production & Inventory Society)
Timeline
Lean Practitioner/5S Coordinator
Schneider Electric
07.2022 - 11.2025
Maintenance Supervisor
MTNA
09.2021 - 06.2022
Facilities Engineer
CASE NEW HOLLAND
01.2019 - 04.2021
Maintenance Supervisor
CASE NEW HOLLAND
01.2019 - 04.2021
Maintenance / Facilities Manager
TAYLOR COMMUNICATIONS (FORMERLY STANDARD REGISTER)
07.2014 - 08.2018
Operations Manager
Ames True Temper
09.2003 - 07.2008
Director of Manufacturing
Trail King Industries
06.1998 - 08.2003
MBA - Lean Systems
University of Tennessee
Associate's degree - Business Administration
Butler College Community College