CHRISTOPHER A. RYMARZ

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Elk Grove Village Ill. 60007 Mobile: (847) 903- 1195

MANUFACTURING : SR. TOOL ENGINEER / TOOL ROOM SUPERVISOR

WORKHOLDING DESIGN AND FABRICATION FOR PRODUCTION, ASSEMBLY, AND INSPECTION,

PROTOTYPE FABRICATION AND NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT.

Seasoned professional with comprehensive experience and visible achievements in diverse manufacturing

arenas,including machined parts, tool room environment, workholding design and fabrication.

Proven track record for implementing strategies that enhance productivity and profitability. Experienced

in supervising engineers, technicians, tool makers and shop personnel. Academic credentials BS in engineering.

PROFESIONAL EXPERIENCE

Camco : Machine Shop 1986-1989

Worked on Horizontal Machining Centers, Vertical Machining Centers, Jig Bores, Jig Grinders

Surface Grinders, Turning Machines and in Assembly

Tool Room 1989-1991 Designed and build prototype parts, workholding for production and assembly, gauges for inspection

Manufacturing Engineering 1991-Present

Led team of Tool Design Engineers and Tool Makers developing, evaluating and improving production

and processing methods in manufacturing to achieve operational excellence and maximum profits.

Created operational sequences, equipment utilization and tooling improvements and efficiencies to ensure

cost, quality and operational improvements. Designed Access database to manage products on time delivery.

Part of New Product Team, assisted in evaluation of designs, greatly influencing changes to improve function,

manufacturability and profit margin.

Improved manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning tooling and fixturing, work flow.

Coached, provided feedback to and developed manufacturing and Tool Room team . Motivated and managed

the team to achieve annual goals/objectives set at the individual and organization level.

Led safety awareness, accident prevention and employee involvement in regard to save work environment

Education and Training

BS in Mechanical Engineering, CAD: Autocad Mechanical, Inventor, Solidworks, Microsoft Office