Paul M Runyan
Arcata,California
Summary
Results-driven Manufacturing Engineering Leader with a track record of achieving a 15% productivity increase at Wing Inflatables Inc. through strategic process enhancements. Demonstrates expertise in project management and quality control, ensuring the delivery of superior products for high-profile clients. Dedicated to promoting cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement in dynamic environments. Aiming to leverage experience to drive operational excellence and innovation in future projects.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing Engineering
Wing Inflatables Inc.
Arcata, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Contributed to overall process improvement within the manufacturing engineering domain.
- Provided consistent project status reports to senior management and stakeholders.
- Coordinate project scope to meet the needs of the executive and production teams for efficient task completion.
Quality Manager & Manufacturing Engineering
Wing Inflatables Inc.
Arcata, CA
03.2021 - 04.2024
- Enhanced quality control protocols in alignment with compliance mandates.
- Executed multiple functions simultaneously to expedite market introduction.
- Enhanced team expertise and safety awareness through structured training programs.
- Fostered long-term success of supplier relationships through effective implementation of material testing protocols.
- Directed process optimization strategies that boosted KPI data collection accuracy while minimizing rework by 15% each quarter.
- Developed SOPs outlining quality control policies and procedures.
- Delivered reports on quality control metrics to internal departments for analysis as well as to outside vendors and contractors for consideration in new contracts.
- Reviewed standard operating procedures or quality assurance manuals to refine production processes or update for conformity to new regulations or policies.
General Manager of Manufacturing Engineering
Wing Inflatables Inc.
Arcata, CA
06.2018 - 03.2021
- Enhanced product quality and boosted production capabilities through advanced manufacturing systems.
- Developed and executed a comprehensive coating spray system utilizing HVLP equipment, leading to a 35% reduction in labor and materials.
- Managed engineering projects for a new product for the UK Ministry of Defense.
- Managed project lifecycle from inception to delivery within a seven-year, $4 million contract.
- Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
General Manager of Core and CRRC Business
Wing Inflatables Inc.
Arcata, CA
10.2016 - 07.2018
- Executed strategic initiatives for streamlining workflows, boosting productivity, and achieving optimal results.
- Directed leadership efforts to handle large-scale CRRC production alongside existing business functions.
- Maintained adherence to OSHA regulations, ISO 9001-2015 standards, and DOD/DCMA/GSA contracts to ensure operational efficiency.
- Drafted comprehensive reports summarizing operational performance metrics.
- Led team of 5-6 supervisors and 110 employees to achieve $1.8 million monthly product output.
- Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired qualified staff for open positions.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Supervised employees through planning, assignments, and direction.
General Manager of Core Business
Wing Inflatables Inc.
Arcata, CA
10.2014 - 10.2016
- Administer budgeting processes, develop financial plans, and evaluate performance metrics to enhance profitability.
- Worked with sales, engineering, and manufacturing teams to streamline operations.
- Provided exceptional products to notable clients including SpaceX, NOAA, US Coast Guard, and Navy Special Warfare.
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
- Identified areas of improvement in current business practices and collaborated with other departments to develop action plans for implementation.
Production Manager
Wing Inflatables Inc.
Arcata, CA
09.2002 - 10.2014
- Administered funds allocation concerning materials acquisition and personnel employment.
- Boosted productivity through recognition of process obstructions and implementation of solutions.
- Developed and administered budgets for inventory, labor hours and overhead expenses.
- Developed performance metrics to track progress against established goals.
- Provided top product quality control and inventory management resulting in reduced downtime and maximized revenue.
Education
Business Management - Management Development Training Level 1&2, Leadership Training for Supervisors Level 1 & 2
Insight and Strategies Consulting
Arcata, CA09.2013
GED -
Tehachapi High School
Tehachapi, CA06.1999
Business Ethics - California Sexual Harassment for Supervisor/managers
TOC Management Solutions
RemoteSkills
- Vendor Integration
- Budgets, ERP & MRP
- Lean Manufacturing
- Quality management
- Project management
- Research & Development
- Risk Assessment
- Manufacturing technologies
- CX end to end fluent
- Strategic planning
- Root cause analysis
- Production Management
- ISO 9001-2015 compliance
- Cal OSHA compliance
- Time Management
- Product Roadmapping
- Engineering Collaborator
- Business Ethics
- Requirements Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Process improvement
- Quality control
- Data analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Team leadership
- Employee training
- Budget management
- Supplier management
- Production planning
- Safety standards
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Continuous improvement
- Manufacturing engineering
- Engineering team oversight
- Advanced manufacturing technologies
Certification
- California State Drivers License, Class C
- Alison Learning, Diploma in Project management, 1266-39448577, 06/2024
- LinkedIn learning certificates, Career Essentials in Project Management by Microsoft and LinkedIn, Managing Project Stakeholders, Project Management Fundamentals, Project Management Foundations: Budgets, Communication, Requirements, Ethics, Teams, Risk, Schedules, Mistakes to Avoid when managing your time, Overcoming Project Risks: real strategies for real results, Project Management skills for leaders
Affiliations
- Active and seasoned home brewer, have brewed my own beer for 7 years. Recently took on Distilling to continue my push to reduce consumables and be self sufficient.
- Actively coach my kids soccer and basketball teams for many years.
- Enjoy taking my boat out on the water with my family and friends
- recently selected into the "Marquis Whos Who" professional network as recongnition of my years or work in my field.
Accomplishments
- 2025 Marquis Whos who listee
Languages
spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
The ones who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are the ones that do.
Steve Jobs
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteOn-SiteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureCareer advancementWork from home optionPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programsSoftware
Microsoft office apps
Rhino 3D
Auto cad
NetSuite
Zoom
Interests
Home brewing
Boating
Camping
Team sports
Gardening
Timeline
Manufacturing Engineering
Wing Inflatables Inc.
04.2024 - Current
Quality Manager & Manufacturing Engineering
Wing Inflatables Inc.
03.2021 - 04.2024
General Manager of Manufacturing Engineering
Wing Inflatables Inc.
06.2018 - 03.2021
General Manager of Core and CRRC Business
Wing Inflatables Inc.
10.2016 - 07.2018
General Manager of Core Business
Wing Inflatables Inc.
10.2014 - 10.2016
Production Manager
Wing Inflatables Inc.
09.2002 - 10.2014
Business Management - Management Development Training Level 1&2, Leadership Training for Supervisors Level 1 & 2
Insight and Strategies Consulting
GED -
Tehachapi High School
Business Ethics - California Sexual Harassment for Supervisor/managers
TOC Management Solutions
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