Mark Zalac
About Mark Zalac
Mark Zalac serves as the Technical Services Manager at Oregon Tool, a position he has held since 2018 in Guelph, Ontario. With extensive experience in engineering and maintenance management across various companies, he has a strong background in project management and operational oversight.
Work at Oregon Tool
Mark Zalac has served as the Technical Services Manager at Oregon Tool since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing technical services and ensuring operational efficiency. His tenure at Oregon Tool, located in Guelph, Ontario, Canada, spans six years, during which he has contributed to various initiatives aimed at enhancing the company's service offerings.
Previous Experience in Engineering and Maintenance Management
Before joining Oregon Tool, Mark Zalac held several significant positions in engineering and maintenance management. He worked as the Maintenance Manager at Stackpole International's Engineered Products Division from 2015 to 2017. Prior to that, he managed maintenance at ATS Automation Tooling Systems for 15 years, from 1991 to 2006, across locations in Kitchener, Ontario, and McAllen, Texas. Additionally, he served as the Engineering and Maintenance Manager at Mississauga Seating Systems from 2013 to 2015 and at Toyota Boshoku Canada from 2007 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
Mark Zalac studied at Conestoga College, where he earned a diploma as an Electronic Engineering Technologist. His education spanned three years, from 1987 to 1990, focusing on computer systems. This academic background has equipped him with the technical knowledge necessary for his roles in engineering and maintenance management.
Project Management and Operational Oversight
Mark Zalac has extensive experience in project management, particularly in overseeing engineering and maintenance departments. He has managed teams with up to 20 direct reports and over 160 employees in both unionized and non-unionized settings. His responsibilities have included managing an operating budget exceeding $25 million and a departmental expense budget of $3.5 million. He successfully implemented a Green Field start-up for a Tier 1 broadcast supplier to Toyota Manufacturing, demonstrating his capability to manage complex projects efficiently.