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Steven Vialuch
Blaine,TN
Summary
Results-driven Manufacturing Process Analyst with 24 years of expertise in tapered roller bearing manufacturing, tooling development, and continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in process optimization, AutoCAD, metrology, and Lean methodologies, consistently delivering engineering solutions that enhance production efficiency while prioritizing safety and cost reduction. Demonstrates a strong track record of implementing innovative strategies that streamline operations and drive measurable results. Committed to fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within manufacturing environments.
Overview
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Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Process Analyst – NA Rail Services
The Timken Company
Mascot, TN
10.2021 - 08.2026
- Designed a next-generation stripping machine maintaining a 7-second cycle time while eliminating repetitive flipping of 5-lb parts, improving ergonomics, safety, and part quality.
- Developed quality-control machine for production line, preventing cup nicks and reducing assembly defects.
- Created an inline poke-yoke system to eliminate assembly errors and improve first-pass yield.
- Supported bearing manufacturing processes through tooling improvements and structured problem-solving, enhancing overall process reliability.
- Collaborated with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to resolve production bottlenecks, improving process capability.
Tool Design Process Analyst
The Timken Company
Mascot, TN
04.2017 - 09.2021
- Engineered a tooling installation process that eliminated approximately 800 manual lifts per shift, significantly reducing ergonomic strain and improving operator safety as well as morale
- Led tooling revisions, fixture improvements, and process changes to support production efficiency and quality.
- Designed tooling for a new flipping machine to accommodate various bearing sizes, eliminating the need for operators to flip each bearing during assembly.
- Collaborated with maintenance and engineering teams to implement tooling upgrades, minimizing downtime.
- Sourced tooling and MTP components from low-cost countries, achieving a 4× reduction in procurement cost compared to North American suppliers.
- Improved tooling and equipment in collaboration with global rail facilities to enhance operational efficiency.
AutoCAD Technician
The Timken Company
Mascot, TN
06.2002 - 04.2017
- Developed detailed drawings for tooling, fixtures, layouts, and manufacturing components to facilitate production accuracy.
- Assisted engineering teams with dimensional verification and tooling revisions to enhance design integrity and streamline process improvements.
- Delivered CAD support for new tooling designs and layout changes, contributing to production enhancements and design efficiency.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Graphics
ITT Technical Institute
Knoxville, TN06-2002
Skills
- Workflow improvement
- Manufacturing process optimization
- Lean error-proofing techniques
- Workplace safety optimization
- Ergonomic design enhancements
- Quality management systems
- Root cause analysis
- Operational support in manufacturing
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Process improvements
- Continuous improvement
- Corrective action planning
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team members in the development of a Dual Ram Stripping Press
- Collaborated with team members in the development of a Bearing Assembly Machine
- Maximized department performance through strong decision making, problem-solving and project management skills.
- Won "Lean Practitioner " Award for processing a shorter laser marking time on a cone face.
- Resolved customer defects for quality issue by repeating what caused testing.
- Won company's internal "Ergonomic Challenge " Award for Bearing Flipping Machine.
Certification
Zeiss CMM programming basic (Calypso)
Zeiss CMM programming advanced (Calypso)
Zeiss CMM training for PCM
Lean Practitioner
Process Engineering Training Program
Bearing Fundamentals
Interests
Timeline
Manufacturing Process Analyst – NA Rail Services
The Timken Company
10.2021 - 08.2026
Tool Design Process Analyst
The Timken Company
04.2017 - 09.2021
AutoCAD Technician
The Timken Company
06.2002 - 04.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Graphics
ITT Technical Institute