Russell Wimsatt
About Russell Wimsatt
Russell Wimsatt is a Reliability Engineer at Domtar in Hawesville, Kentucky, where he has worked since 2017. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Western Kentucky University and has previous experience in packaging and process engineering.
Work at Domtar
Russell Wimsatt has been employed at Domtar as a Reliability Engineer since 2017. His role focuses on ensuring the reliability and efficiency of manufacturing processes at the Hawesville, Kentucky facility. Over the past seven years, he has contributed to various initiatives aimed at improving operational performance and minimizing downtime.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining Domtar, Russell Wimsatt worked as a Packaging/Process Engineer at Bowling Green Metalforming from 2007 to 2008. His responsibilities included optimizing packaging processes and enhancing production efficiency. Additionally, he served as a Shop Assistant at Titan Contracting and Leasing Co., Inc from 2000 to 2003, where he gained hands-on experience in the engineering field.
Education and Expertise
Russell Wimsatt holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from Western Kentucky University, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. He also earned an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician from Owensboro Community and Technical College, completing his studies from 2000 to 2003. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his engineering career.
Career Timeline
Russell Wimsatt's career spans over two decades, beginning with his role as a Shop Assistant at Titan Contracting and Leasing Co., Inc from 2000 to 2003. He then pursued further education while working in various engineering roles. After earning his degrees, he worked as a Packaging/Process Engineer for a year before joining Domtar in 2017, where he has continued to develop his expertise in reliability engineering.