Ron D. Bulischeck III
Executive Summary
Strategic professional focused on defining clear, measurable objectives for operational efficiency. Expert in process optimization, data-driven decision-making, and implementing best practices to achieve tangible improvements in key performance indicators. Over 10 years of experience in manufacturing and process engineering, with a proven ability to execute complex technical projects that deliver measurable results. Currently managing automation strategy and process standardization for Paulo Products (Aalberts).
Core Skills
Capital Projects: Budgeting, ROI analysis, vendor management, equipment commissioning (up to $3.6M budgets).
Automation: Robotics (Fanuc, UR), Gantries, CNC, 3D printing, Python, Agentic AI, RPA, Machine Vision, OCR.
Process Improvement: DMAIC, Root Cause Analysis, Value Stream Mapping, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma.
Technical Tools: 2D & 3D CAD, Project Management, CMMS, IDEs, PLEX, ERP, CLI tools, Powershell, 365.
Professional Experience
Paulo Products (Aalberts), St. Louis, MO August 2022 – Present
Process Engineer - Automation Project Lead: Managing the design and deployment of the CC17 Automated Cell. Integrating robotics, gantry systems, machine vision, and custom mechanical design. Result: Projected reduction of 6 FTEs.
- Multi-Site Standardization: Standardized work instruction format and processing parameters across US and Mexico facilities. Result: Optimized processes through established best practices.
- Cost Engineering: Performed technical and financial feasibility study for capex installation in Nashville. Result: Avoided non-viable investment by identifying critical ROI risks.
- Compliance Management: Leading administrative CMMC compliance initiative. Result: Implemented high-efficiency VDI solution bypassing complex custom builds.
Henniges Automotive, New Haven, MO June 2019 – July 2022
Engineering Program Manager - Capital Project Execution: Directed $3.6M in capital upgrades, including advanced robotics and machine vision systems. Result: Achieved $1.6M in annual labor savings.
Shure Manufacturing Corporation, Washington, MO March 2015 – June 2019
Design Engineer - Product Development: Developed a custom RFID-based tool tracking system. Result: Generated $1M/year in new revenue for defense contracts.
- Production Engineering: Optimized Bill of Materials (BOMs) and coordinated with vendors to streamline manufacturing.
Education
Missouri University of Science and Technology 2014
B.S., Mechanical Engineering (Emphasis in Design Analysis)
"I focus on building operational systems that can not break. My approach is to standardize the chaos, use real-time data to drive logical decisions, and lead by example."