Thomas M. Kremenski ******.*.*********@*****.***
Pleasant Plain, OH 45162 513-***-****
Determined Process Engineer
Solve automation production challenges in fabrication of high-performance
engine products and components on 1st attempt with minimal plan
alterations.
Broad engineering expertise in aviation, aerospace, automotive and
manufacturing industries. Skilled in project management of automation
controls. Relentlessly expends all efforts to research pertinent
information, consulting with industry experts and colleagues in aviation,
aerospace and automotive industries. Adaptable team player who works well
in cross-cultural contexts. Engineering experience includes:
Controls Aeronautics Processes Electromagnetic Materials Research
Technical Consulting Product Launch
Professional Experience
GE AVIATION, Evendale, OH 2012 - 2014
Lead Process Engineer
Managed production levels on 10 grind machines to meet quotas. Navigated
break-downs, new product introduction (NPI) and normal preventative
maintenance (PM). Generated part programming for NPI to set up production
processes.
. Ensured worldwide grind efficiency by implementing new grind machines and
programming.
. Employed coding, resulting in reduction of cycle time by more than 85%.
WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY, Kalamazoo, MI 2009 - 2010
Engineering Assistant (Co-op position during undergraduate study)
Developed devices used in compilation of data related to material research
analysis, prepared samples for testing, ran material tests at Argonne
National Laboratories.
. Designed fixtures, facilitating measurement of cutting tool thrust force.
. Developed rotary diamond anvil cell, enabling application of compression,
heat and additionally shear forces during materials testing.
HUMPHREY PRODUCTS CORP., Kalamazoo, MI 2008 - 2009
Engineering Assistant (Co-op position during undergraduate study)
Worked toward improvement of pneumatic valves and actuators. Analyzed,
repaired and re-programmed pneumatic valve products.
. Designed fixture to separate pneumatic manifolds during washing, enabling
thorough cleaning.
EATON COUNTY MEDICAL CARE FACILITY, Charlotte, MI 2007 - 2008
Building Maintenance (Co-op position during undergraduate study)
Provided safe environment for over 120 residents, doctors, nurses and
staff.
. Conducted routine maintenance including replacement of lights and
fixtures, ballasts, switches, motors, and reinforcement of wheelchairs
and beds, ensuring safe and efficient operation.
ST. MICHAEL CHURCH / SCHOOL, Grand Ledge, MI 2004 - 2007
Building Maintenance / Custodian (Co-op position during undergraduate
study)
Conducted maintenance program for school with over 200 students, teachers,
and staff.
. Facilitated events attended by 15 to 300 people.
. Cleaned and replaced lighting fixtures, ballasts and switches, reinforced
week chairs and tables, ensuring safe and functional environment for
learning.
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NOW PHOTOGRAPHIC, INC., Portland, MI 2001 - 2002
President / Owner
Founded business start-up of 1-hour photo-processing facility catering to
local general public. Hired and supervised 1 employee.
. Designed and developed Excel spreadsheet, tabulating monthly / annual
income and expenditures.
. Configured studio with lighting and props for commercial photography,
generating additional income.
INDUSTRIAL METAL PRODUCTS CORP., Lansing, MI 1996 - 2000
Controls Engineer
Created electrical elementary diagrams with connections for every device.
Designed enclosure backplane layout allowing space for each component,
termination point and wire duct. Generated BOM of all devices. Fielded
outsourced buildup of designs to expedite machine assembly. Finalized
projects at customer site.
. Applied modular techniques to machines with PLC sub-stations and PC
controls with fiber optic communication cables and multi-conductor
connectors, enabling simultaneous sequential operations to reduce end-
user cycle time.
. Utilized ISO-9001 training to catch duplicated part number, alleviating
construction confusion.
Additional Experience
TOYODA CORP. (Formerly Grinders for Industry), Wixom, MI
Controls Engineer
EX-CELL-O NASS CORP., Novi, MI
Controls Engineer
Education
. Bachelor of Science, Aeronautical Engineering, Western Michigan
University, Kalamazoo, MI, 2010
. Associate of Science, Electronics Technology, Lansing Community College,
Lansing, MI, summa cum laude, GPA: 3.69 / 4.0
Technical Skills
Windows, Solid Edge, Solid Works, MATLAB, LABView, AutoCAD, Abaqus, CPM,
DOS, Linux, FieldBUS, ModBUS
Professional Development
2013 GD&T Training at GE
Rexroth Training Auburn Hills, MI
. Extensive hydraulic engineering circuit design
Certification, General Numerics Chicago, IL
. Siemens Step 5 programming
. Siemens 3TT CNC configuration and programming
. Siemens 810 CNC configuration and programming
. Fanuc Series 10, 11, and 15 configuration and programming
Modicon, Madison Heights, MI
. Modicon 984 PLC configuration and programming
Amateur radio licensee