Ariel Shasko
About Ariel Shasko
Ariel Shasko is a Smart Factory Deployment Manager at Kennametal, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in project management and communication, with previous roles at Kennametal and experience in women's soccer coaching.
Current Role as Smart Factory Deployment Manager
Ariel Shasko currently serves as the Smart Factory Deployment Manager at Kennametal, a position held since 2021. In this role, Shasko is responsible for overseeing the implementation of smart factory initiatives, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and integrating advanced technologies within manufacturing processes. This position builds on previous experience in project management and operational excellence.
Previous Experience at Kennametal
Shasko has held multiple roles at Kennametal, including Project Manager from 2018 to 2021 and Marketing Data Analyst for five months in 2018. Earlier, Shasko worked as an Assistant Project Coordinator for SAP Plant Maintenance and SAP MII, contributing to various projects in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, and Johnson City, Tennessee. This diverse experience has provided a strong foundation in project coordination and data analysis.
Educational Background
Ariel Shasko has a solid educational background, having studied at Washington & Jefferson College, where a Bachelor's Degree in Communication Arts was achieved from 2010 to 2014. Furthering education, Shasko attended Seton Hill University, obtaining a Project Management Certificate from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, Shasko completed a Master's Certificate in Supply Chain Management through the Executive Development Program at Michigan State University from 2017 to 2018.
Experience in Sports and Real Estate
Before entering the manufacturing sector, Shasko worked as a Graduate Assistant for Women's Soccer at Saint Vincent College from 2014 to 2016. This role involved supporting the coaching staff and managing various aspects of the soccer program. Additionally, Shasko gained experience in real estate while working at Coldwell Banker for one year in 2014 to 2015, providing insights into customer service and property management.