Ron D. Bulischeck III

Process & Automation Engineer
Union, MO 63084
(660) 238-3658
rbulischeck@gmail.com

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).

"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, Laser systems.
Process Engineering
DMAIC, Root Cause Analysis, Value Stream Mapping, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma.
Technical Stack
2D & 3D CAD, Project Management, CMMS, IDES, 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, machine vision, and custom mechanical design to automate manual processes. Result: Projected reduction of 6 FTEs.
  • Multi-Site Standardization: Standardized work instruction format, preventative maintenance activities, and processing parameters across multiple US and Mexico facilities. Result: Established clear, measurable objectives for operational efficiency.
  • Cost Engineering: Performed a comprehensive technical and financial feasibility study for a proposed capex installation in Nashville. Result: Identified critical project risks and poor ROI via A3 methodology, avoiding a non-viable capital investment.
  • Capital Equipment ROI: Built data models to justify equipment purchases. Result: Secured management approval by demonstrating clear payback periods based on daily throughput analysis and labor reduction.
  • Compliance Management: Leading the administrative CMMC compliance initiative. Result: Guided the organization to adopt a high-efficiency VDI solution, bypassing complex custom builds for a more robust commercial framework.
Engineering Program Manager Jun 2019 - Jul 2022
Henniges Automotive | New Haven, MO
  • Capital Project Execution: Directed $3.6M in capital upgrades, including the installation of advanced robotics and machine vision systems. Result: Achieved $1.6M in annual labor savings and modernized aging production lines.
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 by meeting specific requirements for aviation and defense contracts.
  • Production Engineering: Optimized Bill of Materials (BOMs) and coordinated with vendors to streamline the manufacturing of sheet metal assemblies.

Education

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