Matthew Gawelczyk

Background

About Matthew Gawelczyk

With nearly two decades of leadership in rail transportation and operations management, I specialize in optimizing workflows, driving efficiency, and leveraging data-driven insights to enhance performance across complex logistical networks. I currently serve as Rail Maintenance Manager at Chemtrade, where I oversee a railcar fleet maintenance in Canada and United States, spearheading maintenance strategy, reliability initiatives, and performance tracking to ensure seamless asset utilization and compliance. My expertise spans: Fleet & Operations Management – Overseeing railcar fleet reliability, maintenance planning, and lifecycle performance to meet strategic and customer-driven objectives. Statistical & Data Analysis – Building operational models, analyzing KPIs, and applying predictive analytics to drive proactive decision-making and improve turnaround times. Continuous Improvement & Lean Methodologies – Applying Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, and Lean principles to streamline maintenance processes, reduce downtime, and enhance fleet availability. Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement – Collaborating with lessors, shippers, and internal teams to align maintenance strategies with broader business goals and regulatory standards. I hold an MBA in Business Analytics (Carleton University) and a Bachelor of Arts in History (Mount Royal University). My approach integrates historical insights on decision-making with modern analytics to push the boundaries of what’s possible in rail logistics and industrial operations. Let’s connect and discuss how strategic maintenance, data, and continuous improvement can elevate your operational performance.