MATTHEW KORETZKY
Humble,TX
Summary
Talented leader and analytical problem-solver with over 14 years of experience successfully managing front-line manufacturing operations. Efficiently maintain and repair any electrical and mechanical equipment. Coordinate resources and staff to handle any requirement.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Manager
National Strand Products
Baytown, TX
05.2022 - Current
- Equipment Maintenance Planning: Developing comprehensive maintenance schedules for all machinery and equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.
- Team Leadership and Supervision: Leading a team of maintenance technicians, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently and safely.
- Budget Management: Creating and managing budgets for maintenance operations, including allocating resources effectively and identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
- Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving: Addressing technical issues and breakdowns promptly, employing critical thinking and diagnostic skills to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring that all maintenance activities comply with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations, as well as industry standards and company policies.
- Inventory and Supply Chain Management: Overseeing the procurement of spare parts and materials, maintaining optimal inventory levels, and establishing relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of required items.
- Preventive Maintenance Programs: Implementing and refining preventive maintenance programs to extend the lifespan of equipment, reduce unexpected breakdowns, and optimize overall operational efficiency.
- Performance Tracking and Reporting: Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) related to maintenance activities, analyzing data to identify trends and areas for improvement, and preparing regular reports for management review.
- Training and Development: Identifying training needs within the maintenance team and coordinating relevant training sessions to enhance technical skills, safety awareness, and overall performance.
- Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Proactively seeking opportunities to streamline maintenance processes, enhance productivity, and reduce costs through the implementation of best practices and innovative technologies.
- Plant Relocation and Setup: Played a pivotal role in the relocation of all equipment from our Houston facility to our new facility in Baytown. This includes all planning, shop layout, construction supervision, breakdown of heavy machinery, to assembly of machinery.
Facilities Maintenance Manager
Superior Threaded Products
06.2014 - 05.2022
- Oversee, install, and maintain entire threading facilities assets to include all electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and handling equipment
- Manage up to 10 technicians, manual machinists, and fabricators/welders
- Design, oversee fabrication, and installation of all threading & pipe handling equipment
- Plan shop layout and installation of all new CNC machine assets
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm
- Implemented maintenance program (CMMS) to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime
- Took entire facility from 100% reactive maintenance program to a robust preventative maintenance program with the goal of predictive maintenance where possible
- Developed and maintained relationships with a wide spectrum of vendors to decrease capital expenditures and lead times on all purchases.
Technical Sales Representative
Superior Threaded Products
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Coordinate and oversee multiple customers research and development projects for ISO testing of new threaded connections entering into the market
- Review customer drawings, specifications, and procedures for accuracy and compliance
- Liaised with customers, management, and sales teams to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions
- Brought in new customers and retained base through proactive management of individual needs and development of insightful manufacturing solutions
- Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve any technical or service concerns
- Utilized Peachtree and Steel (proprietary) accounting software for Quotes, Purchase Orders, and Sales Orders.
Process Control Manager
Superior Threaded Products
06.2012 - 06.2013
- Create job routers / travelers with entire manufacturing process for all incoming orders
- Liaise with multiple licensor's to ensure proper specifications, and procedures are being followed on the production floor
- Reviewed all Purchase Orders and Sales orders for correctness to alleviate the possibility of Non Conformances throughout the manufacturing process
- Work with sales and manufacturing to continuously improve internal processes.
Quality Control Manager
Superior Threaded Products
09.2009 - 06.2012
- Managed and trained 20+ Q.C
- Employees in proper gauging techniques for dimensional analysis of threaded connections and turnkey manufacturing
- Increased customer, third party, and licensor satisfaction through strict adherence to all quality standards and customer requirements
- Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits
- Calibrated instruments and gauges in production area and quality lab
- Reviewed customer and internal drawings to ensure as received material will meet final inspection requirements
- Developed and or approved all dimensional log sheets prior to releasing to the production floor
- Developed, implemented, and trained personnel on internal work instructions and procedures for all processes throughout the manufacturing process
- Developed, implemented, and championed the employee training matrix for all QC personnel
- Involved in training, certification, and implementation of the following standards: ISO 9001: 2008 & 2015, API Specification Q1, API Specification 7, API Specification 5-CT.
Q.C. Inspector
Townsend Machine Inc.
08.2007 - 08.2009
- Used CMM and gauges to inspect quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications
- Examined machined parts for defects or issues, reported problems quickly and maintained high levels of accuracy
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate
- Studied blueprints and design specs to uphold best-in-class knowledge of customer products
- Met with customers when necessary to ensure customer satisfaction before and after the manufacturing process
- Assembled and shipped parts for outside services such as Electron Beam Welding, plug welds, and Lee plug installation
- Worked closely with manufacturing to ensure machine setups and machine programs were correct.
CNC Machinist
Townsend Machine Inc.
08.2005 - 08.2007
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately
- Performed over 1000 accurate cutting tool changes and offsets
- Properly loaded, setup, machined, and unloaded materials in and out of CNC machines
- Maintained excellent production levels by completing regular in process inspections on equipment
- Machined mainly exotic materials such as: Titanium 6AL-4V, 17-4 Stainless steel, and 718 Inconel.
Executive Sous Chef
Kingwood Country Club
03.2002 - 08.2005
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation and safety processes
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability
- Oversaw all business operations for restaurant, including customer service, sales, strategic planning, policy development and inventory control
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised all related culinary activity
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen
- Generated employee schedules, work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work efficient and consistent
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts / Hotel Restaurant Management
San Jacinto College District
Pasadena, TXSkills
- Troubleshooting
- Leadership
- Analytical skills
- Detail-oriented
- Teamwork
- Microsoft Office
- CMMS
- Peachtree
- Preventive Maintenance
- Project Management
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Work Order Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Asset Management
Timeline
Maintenance Manager
National Strand Products
05.2022 - Current
Facilities Maintenance Manager
Superior Threaded Products
06.2014 - 05.2022
Technical Sales Representative
Superior Threaded Products
06.2013 - 06.2014
Process Control Manager
Superior Threaded Products
06.2012 - 06.2013
Quality Control Manager
Superior Threaded Products
09.2009 - 06.2012
Q.C. Inspector
Townsend Machine Inc.
08.2007 - 08.2009
CNC Machinist
Townsend Machine Inc.
08.2005 - 08.2007
Executive Sous Chef
Kingwood Country Club
03.2002 - 08.2005
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts / Hotel Restaurant Management
San Jacinto College District