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Engineering Customer Service

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Swedesboro, NJ, 08085
Posted:
August 13, 2017

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MICHAEL J. HORCHUCK

*** ******* ***** **** *-mail: ac1sxj@r.postjobfree.com

Woolwich, New Jersey 08085 856-***-****

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Versatile accomplished senior executive with progressive and diversified management experience in Operations and Engineering across various sized companies, in multiple industries. Resourceful decision maker, combining strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to direct day-to-day operations. Proven track record of being promoted to positions of increased responsibility, in-turn driving cross-functional team leadership, and reducing operational costs through use of Lean Six Sigma techniques. Possess extensive educational qualifications with Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Engineering combined with honors from Drexel University’s Executive MBA Program. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SCHRAMM INC., West Chester, PA Jan 2010 – Present

PORTFOLIO COMPANY OF GenNx360 Capital Partners

Designer, manufacturer, and global supplier of innovative drilling products, focusing on land based applications. Specialize in mobile, top drive hydraulic rotary equipment to the Oil and Gas, Mining, Geothermal, and Water sectors. Vice President Production (Apr 2015 – Present)

• Added responsibility for Design Engineering Department (21 employees) to VP of Operations role below

• Leader overseeing the development of new Mobile Drill Rig in Engineering and Manufacturing, reducing concept- to-delivery time from 30 months to 12 months using Lean Methodologies in all areas

• Key member of team to implement a drill rig refurbishment business, generating $3.1M during year one

• Worked with insurance company on a $1.3M claim resulting from roof collapse, covering initial stabilization, deconstruction, reconstruction, and inventory loss, all without missing a delivery on time

• Reduction of excess and obsolete inventory from $9M to $5M, generating over $2M in revenue

• Integral member of Executive Team presenting monthly Key Performance Indicators to Board of Directors

• Safety – Over 545 days without a lost time accident

• Acted as Operations lead, performing due diligence on evaluation of strategic Mergers and Acquisitions

• Assumed responsibility for Operations and Engineering in Australian Business Unit (25 employees) in Q4 2016 Vice President of Operations (Aug 2013 – Apr 2015)

• Accountable for Purchasing, Planning, Shipping, Receiving, Warehouse, Fabrication, Assembly, and Testing, while maintaining accountability for Manufacturing Engineering and Facilities (168 employees)

• Member of Executive Team that lead organization through Market downturn of over 80% since 2012 in Mining, Oil, and Gas segments

• Executive sponsor of Bullet Train activities, leading to cost savings of $4.4 million

• Worked with Retained Advisers from Private Equity company, setting strategies and driving improvements, after purchase of organization in 2012

• Improved cycle count performance from 85% to 97%, resulting in an annual savings of $1.4 million

• Implemented enhanced S&OP process, resulting in the reduction of product lead times from 140 days to under 90 days

Manufacturing Engineering Manager (Jan 2010 - Aug 2013)

• Responsible for an Engineering team of 10 and Maintenance department of 6

• Supported Fabrication, Assembly and Test Departments through 200% growth in production output

• Lead organization as Management Representative in successfully becoming API-Q1, Monograms 4F, 7K, and 8C and ISO 9001 certified in 2012

• Managed $5.2M infrastructure project in support of New Products – completed on time and $400K under budget

• Implemented the automation of Test Plan Procedures for data collection and analysis over product life cycle

• Key member of management team responsible for driving and maintaining 100% OTD since 2010

• Project managed $1M renovation project of Entrance, Lobby, Receptionist Area, and 25,000 sq. ft. of office space, without missing any productive time in Engineering, Operations, Finance, or Service departments MICHAEL J. HORCHUCK Page 2 of 3

EXPRESS SCRIPTS INC., Bensalem, PA May 2006 – Dec 2009 Provider of pharmacy benefit management services, including network-pharmacy claims processing, home delivery pharmacy care, specialty pharmacy care, as well as other consultative and drug data analysis services. Director of Process Improvement – Eastern Region

• Accountable for spearheading Lean Six Sigma initiative in Eastern Region of organization

• Worked hand-in-hand with Vice President level management on identifying and driving cost reduction

• Jointly responsible with other regional LSS Directors and leaders to ensure LSS initiatives are consistently implemented across all sites and regions

• Lean Six Sigma Lead on Verification Project to remove $4M in cost from operation, accomplished thru process improvements, supported by system enhancements

• Facilitated Lean Event within Client Benefit and Administration Department, resulting in the implementation of a

“virtual office”, decreased process steps by 44%, operational expenses by 60% and eliminated the need for off-site storage, leading to a total annual savings of $235K

• Worked with corporate engineering staff to ensure proper installation of stand alone drug dispensing machine, resulting in yearly savings of $225K

• Pack Cell Lean Event led to the design and installation of two-person pack stations, leading to yearly savings of

$120K. Second set ordered the following year, leading to additional savings of $120K

• Responsible for the reorganization of CII Room, resulting in a productivity improvement of 34%

• Increased the use of the High Volume Filler (Dispensing) by 20%, resulting in an annual savings of $185K

• Received award for Leadership Contribution within Operations and Technology, 2007 GLACIER-GARLOCK BEARINGS, Thorofare, NJ Apr 2001 – May 2006 DIVISION OF ENPRO INDUSTRIES, INC.

Designer and manufacturer of self-lubricating and pre-lubricated bearing solutions, serving the automotive, aerospace, agricultural equipment, renewable energy and various other industries. Production Manager – Filament Winding Dept. (Jan 2005 – May 2006)

• Created Manufacturing Business Plans – outlining capital expenditures, cost justification, personnel requirements, productivity initiatives, etc. based on Marketing forecasts and customer demand

• Developed and implemented departmental strategies to achieve defined objectives and meet target metrics

• Project Leader of cross-functional team responsible for re-structuring 22,000 ft2 facility, resulting in a 25% increase in pcs/hr (Lean Greenbelt Project)

• Implemented third shift to handle 27% increase in 2005 after 23% increase in 2004 (pcs. prod.)

• Responsible for training all department personnel on safe operating practices using SAFESTART Program

• Educated outside sales engineers on design, production, and application of filament wound products Production Supervisor – Filament Winding Dept. (Apr 2004 – Jan 2005)

• Performed due diligence toward acquisition of key competitor and became member of team responsible for relocating competitor’s operation from Indiana to New Jersey

• Responsible for interviewing, appraising, and training new personnel

• Reviewed daily production reports, order analysis, and incoming orders

• Managed activities of 34 hourly (union) and 3 salaried employees, covering two shifts Process Engineer – Filament Winding Dept. (Apr 2001 – Jan 2005)

• Launched 9 new products in 3 years, quadrupling product offerings, Patent pending for “Self-Lubricating Filament Winding Composites Bearings” – Serial 60/464,842

• Coordinated and managed outside contractors/vendors on specification, purchase, installation, and start-up of new equipment, including a custom $100K Laser Gauging System

• Collaborated with R&D to develop specific process improvements through the use of Design of Experiment

• Organized and lead successful Employee Improvement Teams (EIT), resulting in specific cell area improvements

• Principal member of team responsible for 100% On-Time-Delivery for over 3 1 2 years

• Reduced tooling costs by 50%, leading to a yearly savings of $60K

• Advised Plant Engineering on purchase (or refurbishment) and installation of over $500K worth of equipment

• Communicated with customer design engineers to develop new product features to solve customer specific needs MICHAEL J. HORCHUCK Page 3 of 3

RARITAN ENGINEERING COMPANY, INC., Millville, NJ Dec 1997 – Mar 2001 Designer and manufacturer of components for the marine industry such as: sanitation equipment, water heaters, ice makers, monitoring equipment, and other accessories.

Project Engineer (Product Manager)

• Designed and developed next generation of cost competitive product offering - $250,000 budget

• Managed team consisting of engineering, purchasing, production, quality, marketing, sales, and customer service responsible for taking new products from feasibility study to market under ISO9000 standards

• Defined market strategy for new products, working directly with key distributors at time of product launch

• Collaborated with supplier’s engineers and mold maker on design and modification of custom injection molded parts of various engineering plastics

• Coordinated seminars for OEM’s outlining installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of established products

• Assisted customer service by attending industry trade shows, meeting with distributors and customers

• Responsible for registration and support of products listed with Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

• Performed extensive patent research pertaining to new product development RMP, DIVISION OF HOLMAN ENTERPRISES Apr 1996 – Dec 1997 Remanufacturer of engines and various other automotive components such as: alternators, brake calipers, AC clutch & coil, water pumps, etc. In addition, they are the Ford Authorized Distributor of powertrain assemblies and diesel components in the Northeast and Great Lakes Region.

Process Engineer – Small Parts Plant, Cinnaminson, NJ (Oct 1996 – Dec 1997)

• Accountable for all engineering activities within the plant

• Controlled all documentation pertaining to QS/9000

• Researched and developed new product lines

• Daily maintenance of Bills of Materials, Item Masters and manufacturing specifications

• Engineered tooling and fixturing used in production and testing

• Equipment acquisition (either custom in-house design or contracted outside), installation, and start-up Process Engineer – Engine Plant, Pennsauken, NJ (Apr 1996 – Dec 1996)

• Responsible for Work Instruction Tier of QS/9000 Implementation Team

• Created and provided support of database containing all manufacturing operations performed

• Facilitated weekly meetings of 6 unionized departments for Process Improvement Teams

• Designed test fixtures used during quality checks

• Completely redesigned painting booth and method used, increasing production output by 300% EDUCATION

Executive M.B.A., Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA (2004) - Member of Beta Gamma Sigma, 2004 M.S., Engineering Management, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA (1999) Master of Engineering, Manufacturing, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA (1999) B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA (1996) PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Rhythm Systems, 2016

Mahler – Executive Leadership Program 2012 - 2013

American Petroleum Institute – Q1/ISO9001 Training, 2010 - 2011 Director Development Series Training, 2009

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Training, 2008

George Group – Lean Six Sigma Training, 2006

SAFESTART Program – “Train the Trainer”, 2005

Incident Commander Training, 2005

HazWoper Training (24 Hour), 2005

Supervising and Managing People – Cornell University, ILR, 2005 Gallup Organization - Leadership Training at Oriel College, Oxford University, 2004 Total Customer Value Training (Lean) - 2003



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