Paul Kowalik
Butler, PA *****
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Professional Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Electronics Technician III with a Bachelor’s in Electronic Engineering Technology and expertise in electronic systems, circuits, and components. Proficient in troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance with a proven track record of delivering effective solutions to complex electronic problems. Recognized for a proactive mindset, anticipating potential issues via predictive maintenance and upgrades that effectively reduce downtime and extend equipment lifespan. Adept at adhering to industry standards and safety protocols. Work Experience
Repair Technician
Haemonetics Corporation (Contract Role)-Clinton, PA September 2024 to Present
Perform component level troubleshooting, repair and replacement work. Solder electronic components, wires.
Use of electronic testing equipment – Test fixtures Assembly or disassembly of medical equipment.
Functional testing of repaired or serviced units to ensure they are in proper working order. Electronics Technician III
NextGen (Contract Role - Philips Respironics)-Mount Pleasant, PA November 2023 to June 2024
· Diagnosing and troubleshooting product malfunctions, resulting in a significant reduction in the amount of customer equipment in-process.
· Execute bench repairs and bench testing and send units to full and thorough testing of operation
· Perform warranty replacements and upgrades on customer equipment, leading to performance enhancements, resulting in an increased return on investment for clients Component Engineer (Remote)
Actalent (Contract Role - Safran Electrical & Power)-Twinsburg, OH October 2022 to April 2023
· Interfaced with contract manufacturers and supply chain partners to resolve component availability issues, improving on-time delivery of critical components for aerospace projects
· Reviewed and recommended alternative components based on technical parameters and availability, increasing sourcing flexibility and ensuring uninterrupted production flow
· Documented comprehensive component investigation reports and deviation of material reports, streamlining compliance protocols and reducing approval cycle time by facilitating communication across engineering teams
Electronic Component Engineer
Hunter International (Contract Role - Bayer)-Indianola, PA October 2021 to October 2022
· Developed and optimized Bill of Materials (BOM) structures for PCB assemblies within the Windchill PLM system, resulting in a reduction in discrepancies and duplication of COTS part numbers
· Conducted thorough analyses of BOMs for technical and administrative issues, identifying and resolving discrepancies, which significantly improved the accuracy and reliability of component data
· Implemented systematic updates to components and BOMs in response to identified issues, leading to less time spent on revisions, enhancing overall workflow efficiency Technical Customer Support/Production Engineering Specialist/Electronic Technician
Pine Electronics-Grove City, PA
October 2009 to September 2021
· Served as the primary point of contact for technical support to customers and manufacturing production issues, facilitating problem resolution, which resulted in reduced response time
· Created and maintained documentation including Bill of Materials, routing information, manufacturing instructions, and assembly drawings for the client's products, leading to improved accuracy and efficiency
· Developed competitive quotes for new and existing products, enhancing customer satisfaction through timely and accurate pricing information
· Reviewed and integrated customer requirements and documentation to ensure changes were implemented accurately, and collaborated with clients to resolve part supply issues and obsolete parts, which improved on-time delivery rates
Manufacturing Engineer/Engineering Technician/Repair Department Leadperson
AGR International, Inc.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology Point Park College
Associate of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology Pennsylvania State University
Skills
• Manufacturing
• Project Management
• Lean Manufacturing
• Technical Support
• Production
• Logistics/Operations
• Engineering Solutions
• Leadership/Team Coordination
• Problem Resolution
• Quality Control
• 5S
• ERP Systems
• Supply Chain