Ron D. Bulischeck III

Process & Automation Engineer
Union, MO 63084
(660) 238-3658
ron@bulischeck.com
github.com/rdyb33

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, currently managing automation strategy for Paulo Products (Aalberts).

"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. I don't look for 'quick fixes' that create problems later; I enjoy building clean processes that scale and deliver intended results every time."

Core Capabilities

Capital Projects
Budgeting, ROI analysis, vendor management, equipment commissioning (up to $3.6M budgets).
Automation & AI
Robotics (Fanuc, UR), Gantries, CNC, 3D printing, Python, Agentic AI workflows (A2A, RAG), RPA, Machine Vision, OCR.
Process Engineering
DMAIC, Root Cause Analysis, Value Stream Mapping, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma.
Technical Stack
2D & 3D CAD, Project Management, CMMS, PLEX, ERP, CLI tools, Powershell, Microsoft 365.
Compliance
ITAR/EAR export controls, CMMC.

Execution & Results

Process Engineer Aug 2022 - Present
Paulo Products (Aalberts) | St. Louis, MO
  • Automation Project Lead: Managing the design and deployment of the CC17 Automated Cell. Integrating robotics, gantry systems, and machine vision. Result: Projected reduction of 6 FTEs.
  • Multi-Site Standardization: Standardized work instruction format and processing parameters across US and Mexico facilities.
  • Cost Engineering: ROI & feasibility study for a proposed capex installation. Result: Identified critical project risks via A3 methodology, avoiding a non-viable investment.
  • Compliance Management: Leading administrative CMMC compliance initiative. Result: Implemented high-efficiency VDI solution.
Engineering Program Manager Jun 2019 - Jul 2022
Henniges Automotive | New Haven, MO
  • Capital Project Execution: Directed $3.6M in capital upgrades, including robotics and vision systems. Result: Achieved $1.6M in annual labor savings.
Design Engineer Mar 2015 - Jun 2019
Shure Manufacturing Corporation | Washington, MO
  • Product Development: Developed a custom RFID-based tool tracking system. Result: Generated $1M/year in new revenue.
  • Production Engineering: Optimized Bill of Materials (BOMs) and coordinated with vendors.

Education

B.S., Mechanical Engineering 2014
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Emphasis in Design Analysis