Joseph J. Rudnick
Mattawan,USA
Summary
Dynamic and strategic leader with extensive expertise in functional and detailed design. Dedicated to talent development and operational excellence while maintaining a cost-conscious approach. Proven problem solver focused on safety, continuous improvement, optimizing efficiency, and maximizing profitability. Recognized for unwavering dedication to high standards while fostering collaboration to achieve positive results.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Mechanical Integrity/PDM Inspector
HKA Enterprises
Portage, MI
01.2022 - Current
- Analyzed inspection data site wide to identify process improvements and risk mitigation strategies.
- Identified defects and non-conformities, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Enhanced reporting systems by integrating technology solutions, improving data accuracy and accessibility.
- Prepared thousands of reports for the entire facility detailing findings of inspections, investigations, and tests.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through meticulous attention to detail during inspections.
- Upheld codes and regulations governing materials, processes, and procedures.
- Identified potential hazards and recommended corrective actions, ensuring a safer work environment for all employees.
- Effectively communicated with clients and management to ensure alignment on inspection objectives, requirements, and expectations.
- Advocated for continuous improvement, leading by example through meticulous and proactive inspection work.
Owner Operator
Tapistry Brewing Company
Bridgman, MI
01.2012 - 2024
- Directed the establishment and growth of a comprehensive production microbrewery, distillery, and winery, effectively serving Michigan, Indiana, Missouri, Kansas, and Illinois.
- Achieved rapid brand recognition, resulting in over fifty percent growth in annual sales exceeding 1M dollars in revenue Y3.
- Implemented strategic initiatives to adapt to changing sales and marketing landscapes.
- Executed quarterly budgeting and financial reporting, optimizing profit and loss management.
- Drove consistent expansion of distribution channels increasing product availability in key retail partners such as Costco, Meijer, Spartan D&W, and Fresh Thyme.
- Operated all aspects of brewery production, ensuring adherence to quality standards, safety and operational efficiency.
- Managed inventory control systems, optimizing supply chain processes to reduce waste and improve profitability.
- Directed marketing strategies through social media campaigns, increasing brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Trained and mentored over 20 staff members on best practices in brewing and customer service, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Established strong vendor relationships, negotiating contracts that reduced costs while maintaining high-quality ingredients.
Engineering PM/QU Inspection Manager
Pfizer
Kalamazoo, MI
01.2001 - 01.2012
- Achieved successful completion of in-house electropolishing facility, enhancing high purity water applications.
- Delivered effective implementation of orbital welding technology across Pfizer Kalamazoo site, streamlining installation and inspection workflows.
- Cultivated a skilled team of over 30 welders and inspectors to uphold safety, training and compliance.
- Maintained rigorous documentation for thousands of inspections and GMP records, reinforcing FDA compliance.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver engineering projects on time and within budget.
- Collaborated with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and sub-consultants on multimillion dollar budgets.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver complex engineering projects on time and within budget.
Education
BAS - Engineering General
KWU
Cheyenne, WY07-2005
AAS - Engineering Design
KVCC
Kalamazoo, MI06-1994
Skills
- Small business management
- Engineering and CAD design
- Project leadership
- Inspection reporting
- Regulatory compliance
- Lean Six Sigma principles application
- AWS welding inspection professional
- Safety consciousness
- Training and mentoring
- Quality control
Accomplishments
- Built a Ground up Brewery/Distillery/Winery awarded top new brewery in Michigan.
- Grew business to over 1M in revenue by year 3.
- Won nationally recognized GABF Bronze in Colorado.
- Supervised, trained and mentored more than 30 personnel in 2001-2012.
- Developed Pfizer orbital welder training and qualification program at the Kalamazoo site.
- Modernized facing and purging procedures resulting in direct cost and labor savings.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop Pfizer in house orbital welding program
Certification
- NDE Level II Certification, Pfizer - 2008
- NDE Level II -R Certification, Pfizer - 2008
- Associate Welding Inspector, AWS - 2013
- Six Sigma Yellow Belt, Pfizer - 2008
- Ultrasonic Testing Level II - Hellier - 2006
- Automatic Welding System Operator, Arc Machines Inc. - 2008
- API 510, ANSI - 2007
- API 570, ANSI - 2008
LANGUAGES
English
Timeline
Mechanical Integrity/PDM Inspector
HKA Enterprises
01.2022 - Current
Owner Operator
Tapistry Brewing Company
01.2012 - 2024
Engineering PM/QU Inspection Manager
Pfizer
01.2001 - 01.2012
AAS - Engineering Design
KVCC
BAS - Engineering General
KWU
AWARDS
Innovative Design Award - Design and implementation of a custom electropolishing facility. GABF - Bronze Medal Nationally recognized for English Robust Porter. World Expo of Beers - Gold and Silver awards for American Amber, Belgian Style Tripel and Peck’s Porter. Best of Show - 1977 Mustang Mach-1