John Marcelletti
About John Marcelletti
John Marcelletti is a Manufacturing Engineering Manager with expertise in Value Stream Mapping and a strong focus on waste elimination in manufacturing processes. He has held various roles in prominent companies, including Vuzix Corporation and Eastman Kodak, and possesses advanced degrees in Mathematics Education and Management of Technology.
Work at Vuzix
John Marcelletti has served as the Manufacturing Engineering Manager at Vuzix Corporation since 2019. In this role, he oversees manufacturing processes and engineering practices within the organization. His responsibilities include optimizing production efficiency and ensuring quality standards are met. Marcelletti's expertise in Value Stream Mapping plays a crucial role in analyzing and designing the flow of materials and information, which is essential for delivering products to customers effectively.
Previous Experience in Manufacturing
Before joining Vuzix, John Marcelletti held several key positions in the manufacturing sector. He worked at Caliber Imaging & Diagnostics, Inc. as Manufacturing and Manufacturing Engineering Manager from 2013 to 2019. Prior to that, he was the Manufacturing Leader for Semiconductor Products at Hover-Davis/Universal Instruments for one year in 2010-2011. His experience also includes a role as Director of Electronic Manufacturing at Quality Vision International from 2011 to 2013, and a long tenure at Eastman Kodak, where he served as Senior Research and Development Engineer and later as Engineering Manager.
Education and Expertise
John Marcelletti's educational background includes a Master's degree in Mathematics Education from Western Governors University, completed between 2008 and 2010. He also holds a Master's degree in Management of Technology from National Technological University. Additionally, he studied Physics at Michigan State University and earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Computer Systems from Western Michigan University. His education is complemented by ISO-9001 certification from Rochester Institute of Technology.
Skills in Manufacturing Processes
Marcelletti possesses a strong focus on eliminating waste in manufacturing processes through Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen principles. He utilizes statistical and mathematical analysis to drive continuous improvement in manufacturing operations. His skills include Design of Experiments, which helps determine the relationship between various factors affecting production processes. He is also experienced in facilitating and training teams to enhance service and production capabilities.
Volunteer Experience
In addition to his professional roles, John Marcelletti contributed as a Volunteer/Supporter at The August Group from 2009 to 2010. This experience reflects his commitment to community engagement and support for professional development initiatives.