1. Michael L. Olinski 2718 Monarch Drive
Burlington, IA52601
(319) 470-4999
m_olinski@yahoo.com
PROFILE
Results-focused Engineering professional with significant background in Lean Manufacturing. Adept at
taking on new tasks and responsibilities; and takes pride in measurable results. Demonstrated skill in
successfully fulfilling different manufacturing roles and in completing major projects and enhancements
under strict deadlines. Dependable, pro-active, and thorough; consistently focuses on business process
improvements. Has earned the respect of all levels of hourly and salaried employees. Brings positivity
and teamwork to the work environment.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS & PROFICIENCIES
 Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), AutoCAD, AutoCAD Inventor, Pro-E
 G-Code, CLOOS, Visual Basic, C++, Assembly, Cloos Advanced RObot LAnguage (CAROLA)
 Lean Manufacturing/World Class Manufacturing/Process Improvements
 Proficient in use of Lean Tools such as (but not limited to): 3G, 5-Why, 5W1H, PPA, DOE,
ANOVA, OPL, SOP, 4M, KPI’s, KAI’s, Process Map
 Project Management
 Failure Mode/Design for Manufacturing Analysis
 Training & Development/Mentoring for all levels of salaries and hourly employees
 Data collection/Analysis
 Cost Deployment for Lean Deployment analysis
 Robot and Machine Programming Troubleshooter
EXPERIENCE
Case New Holland Burlington, Iowa
CNH is a world leader in the agricultural and construction equipment business. Burlington is the only
facility that produces both agricultural and construction equipment for Case, IH, and New Holland.
Manufacturing Engineer Specialist, World Class Manufacturing (Lean) Focused Improvement Pillar
Leader 2011 – present
• Achieved $220,000 in hard savings in 2014
• Focused Improvement Pillar Leader (WCM/Lean Methodology)
• Pillar leader for Focused Improvement & team member on Safety, Quality, and AM pillars for
World Class Manufacturing (Lean Manufacturing)
• Led kaizen teams to improve weld quality in fabrication department
• Trained all levels of salaried and hourly employees on kaizen activities & tools
• Created OEE tracking system for the fabrication department and repair tracking to find root
cause of production issues
• Responsible for loader arm production for tractor backhoe
• Programmed & updated fifteen CLOOS robotic work cells
• Received training in FANUC mill and lathe operations
• Developed automated daily production reports

2. • Designed material handling equipment
• Updated work instructions & engineering library
American Ordnance LLC Middletown, Iowa
AO is a premier manufacturer of ammunition to the United States Military.
Engineering Internship 2011
• Designed layout of mortar charge pack-out area to incorporate vacuum lift system
• Coordinated with supervisor and employees to improve pack-out process
• Conducted engineering tests on manufacturing equipment
• Produced design requirements for replacement check-weigh scale
GE Consumer & Industrial Burlington, Iowa
GE is a global leader in the production of electrical switchgear
Engineering Dept. Co-op 2008
• Designed industrial switchgear utilizing AutoCAD and other software.
• Created layout for stacks, breakers, and supplemental equipment.
• Generated electrical connection drawings for switchgear.
• Incorporated customer specifications to produce customized products.
Production Floor Co-op 2007 - 2008
• Supervised transition of $40 million product line from local facility to Dallas, TX.
• Managed thirty permanent & temp. agency workers employees
• Reduced shipping costs 60% by meeting production deadlines and utilizing commercial freight
options.
• Helped organize safety meetings with supervisor as well as taking an active role in improving
safety awareness in the plant.
• Became familiar with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
MetroGroup Mt. Pleasant, IA
MetroGroup is a mass mailing marketing plant that offers custom solutions for its customers
Engineering Dept. Intern 2006
• Analyzed and modified work practices resulting in reduced transition times when switching
product lines from eight hours to four.
• Implemented an automatic mail sorter employing high-speed cameras to aid production workers
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AWARDS
FANUC Mill and Lathe Programming - FANUC: Schaumburg, IL 2013
CLOOS Robotic Programming - CLOOS: Schaumburg, IL 2012

3. EDUCATION
University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
Bachelor’s Degree in Physics 2011
Southeast Iowa Community College, Burlington, Iowa
Associates of Arts 2008
Graduated with Honors