Donald Lunak
About Donald Lunak
Donald Lunak serves as the Director of Plant Operations in Manufacturing at Whisker, a position he has held since 2019. With extensive experience in plant management and a focus on safety and quality, he has successfully transformed underperforming operations into profitable ventures.
Work at Whisker
Donald Lunak has served as the Director of Plant Operations in Manufacturing at Whisker since 2019. In this role, he focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining high safety and quality standards within the manufacturing environment. His leadership aims to foster a culture that prioritizes a zero-incident safety mentality and a zero-defect quality focus. Lunak's tenure at Whisker has been marked by his commitment to achieving results that align with the operational capabilities of larger corporations while preserving a small company atmosphere.
Previous Experience in Manufacturing
Prior to his current role, Donald Lunak accumulated extensive experience in manufacturing operations. He worked at Burgess-Norton Mfg. Co. as Plant Manager from 2005 to 2019, where he managed plant operations for 14 years. His earlier roles include positions as a Sr. Mechanical Engineer at Motorola from 1990 to 1998 and as a Sr. Field Applications Engineer at Foxconn Electronics from 1998 to 1999. Lunak also served as Director of Program Management at Amphenol from 2001 to 2005 and as Group Leader at Northrop Grumman from 1985 to 1987.
Education and Expertise
Donald Lunak holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Bradley University, where he studied from 1983 to 1985. He furthered his education by obtaining a Bachelor's Degree in Management and Leadership from Judson University between 2011 and 2015. In 2014, he completed the Executive Development Program at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, which focused on transitioning to general management. Additionally, he earned an Associate in Science from McHenry County College from 2004 to 2009.
Achievements in Plant Operations
Donald Lunak has a proven track record of successfully turning around underperforming plants into profitable entities. His extensive experience in managing plant operations emphasizes safety, quality, and on-time delivery. Lunak has developed strong off-shore relationships with customers, suppliers, and partners, enhancing operational capabilities. His leadership style combines a focus on achieving measurable results while maintaining a collaborative and supportive work environment.