Michael J. Duracinsky has over 20 years of experience in logistics, distribution, project management, and production scheduling. He has a proven track record of increasing efficiency and reducing costs. Most recently, he worked as an obstacle course builder and is seeking a position in logistics or distribution center management.
1. Michael J. Duracinsky
Summary
ATalented Production Manager experienced in packaging and distribution with a proven record of increased efficiency
and costs. Effective communicator with the knowledge in several cross-functional duties.
Currently seeking employment in logistics and distribution center management.
Highlights
Experienced manager in Warehouse and distribution
Project management
Strategic planning & analysis
Business communications
Procurement specialist
Experienced in production scheduling
Budget management
Inventory tracking
Experience
Obstacle Course Builder
April 2013 to April 2016
Valley Builders LLC - Emmaus, PA
A member of a crew responsible for constructing and building over 40 obstacles for the Tough Mudder Courses
on the East Coast.
Assisted skilled workers with all phases of the projects
Transported materials, tools and machines to installation sites.
Self Employed Master Plumber
January 2010 to April 2013
M.J. Duracinsky Plumbing - Emmaus, PA
Planned and managed a residential plumbing business for over 500 developed customers.
Demonstrated plans and criteria for leading jobs with local contractors
Maintained all codes and regulations for inspection of finished work
Provided continual quality and on-time service for customers and contractors
Prepared project bids, including parts, labor and equipment needed for each project.
Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing
equipment.
Master Plumber Foreman
April 2002 to November 2010
Swoyer Plumbing & Heating - Allentown, PA
Planned and managed a commercial plumbing and heating business
Performed emergency on-call work hours during the evening, weekends and some holidays.
Production Manager, Distribution services
February 1995 to July 2002
Rodale Inc. - Emmaus, PA
Supervised the physical distribution for the book publishing division
Responsible for overseeing the shipping of over 12 million pieces a year.
Effectively managed the warehouse team including quality control and increased labor efficiency.
Actively suggested operational improvements to enhance quality, improve production times and reduce costs.
Daily communication with customer service, marketing, sales, fulfillment/operational heads to maintain a
successful and productive distribution center.
Established Quality teams within departments and reported results of audits and project improvement plans
weekly.
Significantly improved quality and on-time service levels.
Prepared and managed monthly budgets for the distribution center. Assisted in preparing and redesigning
appropriate costs and allocations for these departments. Reported results to the Director and the V.P. of
Operations.
531 Broad Street, Emmaus PA 18049
Cell: 610-739-7450 - mjfd54golfer@gmail.com
2. Education
Master Plumber
LCCC - Schnecksville, PA
Bachelor of Science : Elementary Education
Kutztown University - Kutztown, PA, US