Michael Zilian
Monaca
Summary
Results-driven professional with expertise in customer relations, project management, and issue resolution. Proven ability to implement innovative marketing strategies and enhance brand visibility.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
ThreadZ & Ink
Monaca, PA
10.2015 - Current
- Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to quality standards.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Established vendor relationships to secure competitive pricing and reliable supply chains.
- Managed financial operations to ensure fiscal responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
Substation Designer
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
Warrendale, PA
04.2010 - 05.2017
- Designed electrical schematics for high-voltage substations ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated on multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions for substation layout and design.
- Conducted site assessments to evaluate environmental impacts and optimize substation placement.
- Utilized advanced software tools for modeling and simulation of electrical systems in substations.
Tool & Die Designer
VEKA Inc.
Fombell, PA
08.2003 - 01.2010
- Designed innovative product solutions enhancing customer satisfaction and brand loyalty.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline design processes and improve project timelines.
- Led design reviews, providing constructive feedback to enhance team creativity and output quality.
- Developed comprehensive design guidelines ensuring consistency across all visual communications.
Tool & Die Designer
Jennison Corporation
Carnegie, PA
06.1997 - 07.2003
- Mentored junior designers, fostering skill development and encouraging professional growth within the team.
- Implemented user-centered design principles, improving usability and functionality of products.
- Conducted market research to inform design strategies and identify emerging trends in the industry.
- Streamlined workflow processes, increasing efficiency in design execution while maintaining high standards of quality.
Education
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA12-1997
Skills
- Customer service
- Customer relations
- Attention to detail
- Driven and determined
- Business planning
- Project management
- Purchasing and planning
- Issue resolution
- Social media marketing
Timeline
Business Owner
ThreadZ & Ink
10.2015 - Current
Substation Designer
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
04.2010 - 05.2017
Tool & Die Designer
VEKA Inc.
08.2003 - 01.2010
Tool & Die Designer
Jennison Corporation
06.1997 - 07.2003
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Pennsylvania State University