Katrina Pawlak

Cleveland

Overview

years of professional experience

Howmet Aerospace - Alcoa Wheels

Cleveland, OH

01.2026 - Current

Supported manufacturing engineering projects focused on process improvement, cost reduction, and equipment reliability
Created and revised mechanical drawings and 3D CAD models for production equipment and system upgrades
Contributed to scrap reduction initiatives with a projected 10% reduction ($19k savings) through improved material flow and system reliability
Developed CAD layouts for conveyor redesign, targeting reduced downtime and improved part flow
Supported the redesign of a saw system by integrating a proportional valve and resolver to improve positioning accuracy and reduce wear
Assisted in value stream mapping and cycle time analysis to identify inefficiencies in forging operations
Conducted machine guarding assessments and supported CAPEX planning and equipment upgrades

Slabe Machine Products

Willoughby, OH

01.2025 - Current

Assisted in migrating product and manufacturing data into a new enterprise system, improving accuracy and accessibility of technical records.
Updated and maintained Bills of Materials (BOMs) to ensure accurate tracking of parts and manufacturing requirements.
Gained exposure to CNC machining operations and precision manufacturing processes through shop floor observation and documentation.
Collaborated with engineers and supervisors to streamline data transfer and identify process improvement opportunities.

National Tire & Battery

Middleburg Heights, OH

01.2023 - 01.2025

Data-Driven Performance & Sales: Leveraged POS analytics to monitor metrics, pinpoint setbacks, and implement upsell strategies.
Optimized Service Workflow: Implemented process improvements in service bays to boost customer satisfaction and drive repeat visits.

Cleveland State University

Cleveland, OH

05.2026

CAD & Design:

Manufacturing & Process: