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Joel Wolnik Returns to Libra Industries as Production Manager
March 10, 2016 | Libra IndustriesEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Libra Industries, a privately held electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider, is pleased to announce that Joel Wolnik has returned to the company. Now the production manager, Wolnik previously worked for Libra Industries for more than 20 years in various roles, including IT Manager and SMT Supervisor.
Jenn Kiminas, Marketing & Communications Manager commented, “With all of Joel’s experience with the company, he is really an expert at our systems/processes. Joel will be focused on making improvements and efficiencies.”
In his new role as production manager, Wolnik will plan, direct and coordinate all activities of the production operations, and ensure the most effective and economical production of quality goods in a timely manner. The position aligns closely with supply chain, engineering, quality, program management and finance. Additionally, Wolnik has comprehensive responsibility for Libra Industries’ contract manufacturing and assembly operation.
Mr. Wolnik will manage Libra Industries’ low-volume, high-mix shop order environment; high focus on associate training and development. The execution of manufacturing schedules is completed in Libra Industries’ modern facilities with state-of-the-art surface mount, optical inspection, selective solder, coating, test and integrated assembly equipment.
About Libra Industries
Libra Industries is a leading provider of integrated Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS), serving OEMs with complex or technologically sophisticated manufacturing requirements in a broad range of industries including industrial automation, medical, military and aerospace, instrumentation and LED lighting. Five world-class manufacturing facilities allow Libra Industries to provide customers with manufacturing flexibility including complete system build, module and subassembly production, as well as simple to complex PC board assembly. With an ongoing commitment to investment in people, quality systems, and the latest manufacturing equipment and processes, Libra Industries is committed to managing their clients’ products from initial design and prototype to full production; assisting their clients in their efforts to improve time to market, reduce total systems cost, and increase quality.
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