Gerry Waletzko Retires after 33 years of Devoted Service
On February 8, 1988, Gerry Waletzko began his career at Park Industries® in Computer Drafting. Gerry designed, serviced, and installed many Park machines over the years. Among Gerry’s many great accomplishments at Park Industries® includes designing the PRO-EDGE® machine which Park Industries® continues to sell today.
Gerry held many positions at Park: VP of Engineering, VP of Manufacturing, VP of Project Management, and is currently retiring as VP of Customer Support. His leadership and dedication helped grow Park Industries® 19 times in size from when he started. In 1999, Gerry designed and managed the construction of the 143,000 square-foot Park Industries® Countertop facility, also known as the 6301 building. This facility was designed specifically to produce countertop machines with lean manufacturing principles.