Allen Poponick
About Allen Poponick
Allen Poponick serves as a Senior Applications Engineer at Widia Products Group, a position he has held since 2011. He has extensive experience in the metalworking industry, having worked in various roles at Kennametal since 1994.
Work at Widia Products Group
Allen Poponick currently holds the position of Senior Applications Engineer at Widia Products Group. He has been with the company since 2011, contributing over 13 years of experience in this role. His responsibilities involve applying engineering principles to support the development and application of Widia's product offerings.
Previous Experience at Kennametal
Allen Poponick has extensive experience at Kennametal, where he worked in various roles over a span of more than 11 years. He served as a Product Manager for North America focusing on Solid Carbide Drills, Combination Tooling, and Reconditioning Services from 2000 to 2005. Prior to that, he was a Metalworking Systems Engineer II from 1997 to 2000 and a Customer Service Specialist from 1994 to 1997.
Education and Expertise
Allen Poponick studied at John Carroll University. His educational background supports his expertise in engineering and product management within the metalworking industry, particularly in applications related to cutting tools and machining solutions.
Career Timeline
Allen Poponick's career spans several roles within the metalworking sector. He began his tenure at Kennametal as a Customer Service Specialist in 1994, followed by positions as a Metalworking Systems Engineer II and Product Manager. He transitioned to his current role at Widia Products Group in 2011, showcasing a steady progression in his professional journey.