Robert Clarke, CMfgT
Manufacturing Engineer (Acme Group-Fairway Products Division) at Fairway Products- Claim this Profile
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Karen Buscemi
I can’t say enough about Bob and the team at Fairway Products. They have been cutting a variety of materials for us, especially our PPE, and while the quality is always great, it is the customer service that makes them so special. Bob could not be more friendly or caring or downright pleasant to do business with. Highly recommend!
Albert Marandola
Bob, I am happy to write a recommendation for you.. Here goes: I had the pleasure of working with Robert Clarke at Alsons Corporation. He was a dedicated, focused individual who contributed to the success of the Company's major efforts in developing new products for our customers in the shower industry and will be an asset to any firm. Al Marandola Former VP of Finance & Operations, Alsons Corporation
Karen Buscemi
I can’t say enough about Bob and the team at Fairway Products. They have been cutting a variety of materials for us, especially our PPE, and while the quality is always great, it is the customer service that makes them so special. Bob could not be more friendly or caring or downright pleasant to do business with. Highly recommend!
Albert Marandola
Bob, I am happy to write a recommendation for you.. Here goes: I had the pleasure of working with Robert Clarke at Alsons Corporation. He was a dedicated, focused individual who contributed to the success of the Company's major efforts in developing new products for our customers in the shower industry and will be an asset to any firm. Al Marandola Former VP of Finance & Operations, Alsons Corporation
Karen Buscemi
I can’t say enough about Bob and the team at Fairway Products. They have been cutting a variety of materials for us, especially our PPE, and while the quality is always great, it is the customer service that makes them so special. Bob could not be more friendly or caring or downright pleasant to do business with. Highly recommend!
Albert Marandola
Bob, I am happy to write a recommendation for you.. Here goes: I had the pleasure of working with Robert Clarke at Alsons Corporation. He was a dedicated, focused individual who contributed to the success of the Company's major efforts in developing new products for our customers in the shower industry and will be an asset to any firm. Al Marandola Former VP of Finance & Operations, Alsons Corporation
Karen Buscemi
I can’t say enough about Bob and the team at Fairway Products. They have been cutting a variety of materials for us, especially our PPE, and while the quality is always great, it is the customer service that makes them so special. Bob could not be more friendly or caring or downright pleasant to do business with. Highly recommend!
Albert Marandola
Bob, I am happy to write a recommendation for you.. Here goes: I had the pleasure of working with Robert Clarke at Alsons Corporation. He was a dedicated, focused individual who contributed to the success of the Company's major efforts in developing new products for our customers in the shower industry and will be an asset to any firm. Al Marandola Former VP of Finance & Operations, Alsons Corporation
Credentials
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Certified Engineering Manager
Society of Manufacturing EngineersJun, 2006- Sep, 2024 -
Certified Manufacturing Technologist
Society of Manufacturing EngineersJun, 2006- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Fairway Products
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United States
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Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Manufacturing Engineer (Acme Group-Fairway Products Division)
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Jun 2013 - Present
Estimate manufacturing costs for three divisions of the Acme Group (Great Lakes Filters, Fairway Products, Acme Mills). Serve as project manager for a number of high profile customers/projects. Evaluate current manufacturing processes and propose potential solutions (improvements in productivity or quality). Develop and present justifications for capital investments for the manufacturing floor. Develop profitability reports for senior management. Evaluation of current cost structures. Point of… Show more Estimate manufacturing costs for three divisions of the Acme Group (Great Lakes Filters, Fairway Products, Acme Mills). Serve as project manager for a number of high profile customers/projects. Evaluate current manufacturing processes and propose potential solutions (improvements in productivity or quality). Develop and present justifications for capital investments for the manufacturing floor. Develop profitability reports for senior management. Evaluation of current cost structures. Point of contact for new and existing manufacturing customers. Represent Fairway Products at a variety of trade shows. Show less Estimate manufacturing costs for three divisions of the Acme Group (Great Lakes Filters, Fairway Products, Acme Mills). Serve as project manager for a number of high profile customers/projects. Evaluate current manufacturing processes and propose potential solutions (improvements in productivity or quality). Develop and present justifications for capital investments for the manufacturing floor. Develop profitability reports for senior management. Evaluation of current cost structures. Point of… Show more Estimate manufacturing costs for three divisions of the Acme Group (Great Lakes Filters, Fairway Products, Acme Mills). Serve as project manager for a number of high profile customers/projects. Evaluate current manufacturing processes and propose potential solutions (improvements in productivity or quality). Develop and present justifications for capital investments for the manufacturing floor. Develop profitability reports for senior management. Evaluation of current cost structures. Point of contact for new and existing manufacturing customers. Represent Fairway Products at a variety of trade shows. Show less
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Great Lakes Filters
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United States
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Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering
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1 - 100 Employee
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Engineering Manager - (Acme Group-Great Lakes Filters Division)
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Aug 2015 - Sep 2016
Serve as project manager for technical and filtration projects. Offer technical expertise and trouble shooting for customers looking for filtration and fabric solutions. Work with the production and quality teams on using best practices. Inside technical support for many computer applications. Support of the sales team on filtration applications. Represent the company at national functions/activities.
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Application Engineer - Filtration Sales (Acme Group-Great Lakes Filters Division)
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Jun 2013 - Aug 2015
I work with distributors and end users to help them with their industrial filters and filtration needs. I can offer them custom manufactured air and liquid filter bags, filter vessels, roll media for coolant filtration, panel and pleated filters, even a full line of recyclable media and absorbents.
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NEX Solutions
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United States
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Information Technology & Services
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Project Estimator
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Jan 2012 - Jun 2013
Provided quotes to customers for custom metal fabrication services. Drove best business practices and continuous improvement. Managed powder paint purchases to reduce overall inventory value by over 15%. Led initiative to reduce packaging costs by resourcing product to achieve cost reduction of over 50%. Provided quotes to customers for custom metal fabrication services. Drove best business practices and continuous improvement. Managed powder paint purchases to reduce overall inventory value by over 15%. Led initiative to reduce packaging costs by resourcing product to achieve cost reduction of over 50%.
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Alsons Corporation
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United States
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Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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New Product Development Project Specialist
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Mar 2003 - Jul 2011
ALSONS CORPORATION, division of Masco Corporation, Hillsdale, MI Leading marketer and manufacturer of hand showers, shower heads and accessories. Fifty-three year old company acquired in 1987 by Masco, an $8 billion corporation. New Product Development Project Specialist 2008-2011 Assisted in project management. • Reduced packaging lead times 20% by implementing 3D software (Google SketchUp Pro) resulting in improved efficiency of communications with five… Show more ALSONS CORPORATION, division of Masco Corporation, Hillsdale, MI Leading marketer and manufacturer of hand showers, shower heads and accessories. Fifty-three year old company acquired in 1987 by Masco, an $8 billion corporation. New Product Development Project Specialist 2008-2011 Assisted in project management. • Reduced packaging lead times 20% by implementing 3D software (Google SketchUp Pro) resulting in improved efficiency of communications with five company vendors • Developed a working relationship with domestic and foreign vendors to improve efficiency • Created full-color 3D mockups of packaging designs to facilitate decision-making • Coordinated scheduling of Graphics Department, Operations Department, and Marketing Department to meet customer timing Engineering Laboratory Technician 2005-2008 Responsible for laboratory testing and evaluation of product samples. Maintained all laboratory equipment. Designed and built simple test fixtures. • Created a manual of all test methods and operation of all laboratory equipment to achieve consistency in product evaluation between company and seven vendors • Created a comprehensive calibration and maintenance schedule for laboratory equipment to ensure proper operation • Generated test reports for the Engineering Department to assist the decision process Injection Molding Team Leader 2003-2005 Responsible for department staff maintaining prescribed production rates. Responsible for setting/processing injection molds. • Maintained consistent production rates in injection molding and extrusion departments by managing seven employees Show less ALSONS CORPORATION, division of Masco Corporation, Hillsdale, MI Leading marketer and manufacturer of hand showers, shower heads and accessories. Fifty-three year old company acquired in 1987 by Masco, an $8 billion corporation. New Product Development Project Specialist 2008-2011 Assisted in project management. • Reduced packaging lead times 20% by implementing 3D software (Google SketchUp Pro) resulting in improved efficiency of communications with five… Show more ALSONS CORPORATION, division of Masco Corporation, Hillsdale, MI Leading marketer and manufacturer of hand showers, shower heads and accessories. Fifty-three year old company acquired in 1987 by Masco, an $8 billion corporation. New Product Development Project Specialist 2008-2011 Assisted in project management. • Reduced packaging lead times 20% by implementing 3D software (Google SketchUp Pro) resulting in improved efficiency of communications with five company vendors • Developed a working relationship with domestic and foreign vendors to improve efficiency • Created full-color 3D mockups of packaging designs to facilitate decision-making • Coordinated scheduling of Graphics Department, Operations Department, and Marketing Department to meet customer timing Engineering Laboratory Technician 2005-2008 Responsible for laboratory testing and evaluation of product samples. Maintained all laboratory equipment. Designed and built simple test fixtures. • Created a manual of all test methods and operation of all laboratory equipment to achieve consistency in product evaluation between company and seven vendors • Created a comprehensive calibration and maintenance schedule for laboratory equipment to ensure proper operation • Generated test reports for the Engineering Department to assist the decision process Injection Molding Team Leader 2003-2005 Responsible for department staff maintaining prescribed production rates. Responsible for setting/processing injection molds. • Maintained consistent production rates in injection molding and extrusion departments by managing seven employees Show less
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ACT Laboratories
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United States
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Materials Testing Group Leader
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Oct 1997 - Oct 2002
Scheduled laboratory testing for seven technicians. Trained new technicians in proper test methodology and procedures. Worked with senior management on equipment needs, process improvement. Scheduled laboratory testing for seven technicians. Trained new technicians in proper test methodology and procedures. Worked with senior management on equipment needs, process improvement.
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Leutheuser Motors
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United States
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Retail
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Assistant Service Manager
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Jan 1994 - Oct 1997
Scheduled repair work for five technicians. Provided superior customer service to dealership patrons. Maintained a log of open campaigns (recalls) and ensured dealership compliance in resolving these campaigns. Scheduled repair work for five technicians. Provided superior customer service to dealership patrons. Maintained a log of open campaigns (recalls) and ensured dealership compliance in resolving these campaigns.
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Education
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2006 - 2011
Eastern Michigan University
Master of Science, Engineering Management -
1982 - 1986
Western Michigan University
Bachelor of Arts, English
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