William Kunkel
About William Kunkel
William Kunkel is a Manufacturing Engineer with experience in developing manufacturing processes and improving production flow. He previously worked as a Manufacturing Supervisor at Grand Traverse Machine and currently works at Belcan, focusing on in-machine deburr processes.
Work at Belcan
William Kunkel has been employed at Belcan as a Manufacturing Engineer since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for developing and implementing in-machine deburr processes across multiple product lines. His work focuses on designing and implementing manufacturing processes and equipment for both in-machine and hand deburr operations. Kunkel's contributions aim to enhance operational efficiency and product quality within the organization.
Previous Experience at Grand Traverse Machine
Prior to his current position, William Kunkel worked at Grand Traverse Machine as a Manufacturing Supervisor from 2017 to 2018. During his tenure, he developed manufacturing work instructions, procedures, and production flow aimed at driving continual improvements in quality, cost, and safety. Kunkel also re-engineered manual deburr practices for the entire product line, which included training and documentation of best practices.
Education and Expertise
William Kunkel studied at Columbus State Community College, where he focused on Statistics and earned an Associate's Degree from 2002 to 2004. He also attended Northwestern Michigan College from 2000 to 2002, where he studied Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and achieved a qualification in Manufacturing. His educational background supports his expertise in manufacturing processes and quality improvement.
Skills in Root Cause Analysis
Kunkel has demonstrated proficiency in conducting root cause analysis to evaluate findings and develop solutions that are both cost-effective and quality-driven. This skill is integral to his role in manufacturing engineering, where identifying and resolving issues is essential for maintaining high standards in production.