Paul Kurek
Justin,TX
Summary
Dedicated multi-talented manufacturing specialist with extensive experience in material planning, project management, and process optimazation.Skilled in implementing Lean methods to drive efficiency and continuous improvement.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Material Planner and Execution Specialist
Wabtec
Fort Worth, TX
11.2021 - Current
- Responsible for accurate set up of all material in Oracle ERP, consistently achieving a 99.99% accuracy rate. Utilize advanced system tools to identify and correct planning setup errors daily.
- Assess material availability based on different production schedule scenarios to ensure efficient and timely production.
- Manage locomotive forecast, reschedules, and cancellation signals for planned ordered material. Collaborate closely with internal suppliers and buyers to ensure proper material signals in the system and timely arrival of materials.
- Interface with different groups in IT to develop and improve tools to help with data quality, material availability, and handling engineering changes, ensuring high accuracy.
NPI Manufacturing Engineer
Wabtec
Fort Worth, TX
09.2019 - 11.2021
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing techniques, such as 5S and Kaizen events, in order to optimize production flow and improve overall efficiency.
- Led multiple insourcing projects, overseeing their successful execution and integration.
- Successfully led the first truck overhaul program at the locomotive site, ensuring its effective execution and completion.
- Implemented continuous labor optimization to align with production demands, resulting in a reduction of shifts from two to one.
Leadership Program- Final Assembly Supervisor
GE Transportation
Fort Worth, TX
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Managed a team of twenty hourly employees in the teardown and final assembly of locomotives, ensuring safety, quality, and timely completion.
- Completed a capstone project that resolved conflicts between final assembly and teardown crane operations, improving efficiency and coordination.
- Developed strong communication channels with each stakeholder to ensure seamless coordination and efficient operations.
Leadership Program - Technical Advisor (BNSF)
GE Transportation
Kansas City, KS
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Analyzed system logs and identified defects, enabling the rapid return of locomotives to service.
- Developed daily work plans and provided leadership through advanced troubleshooting to resolve issues efficiently.
- Maintained ongoing communication with customers to understand daily needs and collaborated with hourly workers for clarifications of the work plans.
- Check material availability and communicate needs to the materials team to ensure timely delivery.
Leadership Program - Production Quality Technicia
GE Transportation
Erie, PA
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Reduced overdue calibration of production tools by 24%.
- Performed compliance audits to improve processes and reduce defects.
- Developed inspection and serialization plans in Reliance for new programs.
- Created and dispositioned NCMRs.
Leadership Program- Manufacturing Engineer
GE Transportation
Erie, PA
01.2015 - 06.2016
- Earned a Green Belt certification by redesigning a manufacturing process, resulting in 10 hours of labor savings per locomotive built.
- Developed new design mock-ups to troubleshoot and minimize defects during production.
- Applied Lean methods, including Kaizen, to improve process efficiency and drive continuous improvement.
Supervisor
Bonnell's Collision
Erie, PA
01.1998 - 01.2015
- Directed and supervised a team of 10 employees in daily operations.
- Planned and developed work schedules, trained and coached employees in car painting methods, procedures, and safety regulations.
- Assisted in opening a new body shop location, contributing to its successful launch and operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Leadership Technology
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA12-2017
Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Project Management
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Lean Six Sigma
- Materials Management
- Data analysis and reporting
Software
- AutoCad
- Oracle
- Microsoft Office
- Power BI
- E-services
- Reliance
Certifications
- Green Belt
- Capstone
- Qualified Internal Auditor
- Erie Institute of technology certification
Languages
English
Professional
Polish
Professional
Affiliations
Engage with my boys in Trail Life,where I serve as a leader,guiding and mentoring younger members through outdoor activities.
Timeline
Lead Material Planner and Execution Specialist
Wabtec
11.2021 - Current
NPI Manufacturing Engineer
Wabtec
09.2019 - 11.2021
Leadership Program- Final Assembly Supervisor
GE Transportation
06.2018 - 09.2019
Leadership Program - Technical Advisor (BNSF)
GE Transportation
06.2017 - 06.2018
Leadership Program - Production Quality Technicia
GE Transportation
06.2016 - 06.2017
Leadership Program- Manufacturing Engineer
GE Transportation
01.2015 - 06.2016
Supervisor
Bonnell's Collision
01.1998 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Leadership Technology
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
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