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Operational Excellence

March 14, 2018 By

Sam Darwin Headshot

Sam Darwin

Project Manager, Operational Excellence
Sam Darwin Headshot
Sam Darwin

Project Manager, Operational Excellence

Sam Darwin helps companies initiate and sustain successful lean manufacturing programs and provides logistics expertise.

Expertise: Lean Manufacturing, Scheduling Systems, Sales and Operations Planning, Plant Layout and Design, Plant Management, Supply Chain, Warehouse and Distribution, Leadership Development.

Education: M.S. in Management from Georgia State University, B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Auburn University. Professional Engineer, Certified Logistics Professional.

ude.hcetag.etavonninull@niwraD.maS
770-862-5312
Kelly Grissom Headshot

Kelly Grissom

Project Manager, Operational Excellence/Energy and Sustainability
Kelly Grissom Headshot
Kelly Grissom

Project Manager, Operational Excellence/Energy and Sustainability

Kelly Grissom works with companies on a variety of improvement projects including, energy and environmental assessments, layout and design projects, 5S, process flow, job instructions, and ISO system implementation.

Expertise: Energy Management, Energy Efficiency, Energy Systems (Steam, compressed air, process heating, chilled water, pumps & fans), Plant Layout and Design, Lean Process Improvement.

Education: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Earth and Atmospheric Science from Georgia Tech, Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certified.

ude.hcetag.etavonninull@mossirG.ylleK
770-653-2366
Katie Hines

Katie Hines

Project Manager, Operational Excellence
Katie Hines
Katie Hines

Project Manager, Operational Excellence

Katie Hines uses her extensive experience in manufacturing engineering and quality management to drive process improvement efforts and provide cutting edge solutions for manufacturing companies throughout Georgia.

Expertise: Lean Manufacturing, Process Optimization, Problem Solving, Value Stream Mapping, Occupational Safety, Ergonomics.

Education: M.S. in Chemical Engineering, B.S. in Polymer and Fiber Engineering, and Graduate Certificate in Occupational Safety and Ergonomics from Auburn University.

ude.hcetag.etavonninull@senih.eitak
478-342-9095
Vance Merritt

Vance Merritt

Project Manager, Operational Excellence
Vance Merritt
Vance Merritt

Project Manager, Operational Excellence

Vance Merritt works with manufacturing companies on process improvement projects designed to solve problems, increase efficiency, decrease waste, and improve communication. He draws on his 30 years of experience in manufacturing leadership roles including plant manager, production manager, and quality manager, to provide insight and expertise to help them reach their goals.

Expertise: Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Process Stability, Lean Six Sigma, Leading Cross-Functional Teams.

Education: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.

ude.hcetag.etavonninull@ttirrem.ecnav
706-936-7253
Olivia Pitts

Olivia Pitts

Project Manager, Quality Management Systems
Olivia Pitts
Olivia Pitts

Project Manager, Quality Management Systems

Olivia Pitts specializing in implementing Quality Management Systems and completing other quality-related projects for manufacturers throughout the state. She utilizes knowledge gained through her extensive work experience in quality management in the printing and chemical manufacturing industries. She holds multiple certifications in quality management, is a certified Project Management Professional, and has a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.

Expertise: Quality Auditor, Organizational Excellence, Project Management, Certified Lead Auditor ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.

Education: Bachelor of Science - Printing Management from Georgia Southern University.

ude.hcetag.etavonninull@sttip.aivilo
912-222-2820
Paul Todd

Paul Todd

Group Manager, Operational Excellence
Paul Todd
Paul Todd

Group Manager, Operational Excellence

Paul Todd leads the Operational Excellence team. In addition, he assists companies with the application of lean principles, process improvement tools, and change management through workshops, kaizen events, and shop-floor coaching.

Expertise: Lean Manufacturing, Plant Management, Leadership Development, Culture Change, Problem Solving.

Education: B.S. in Industrial Management from Georgia Tech. Certified Training Within Industry Instructor, Member of the Board of Examiners for the Shingo Prize for Operational Excellence.

ude.hcetag.etavonninull@ddoT.luaP
478-471-5382
Brad Wood

Brad Wood

Project Manager, Operational Excellence
Brad Wood
Brad Wood

Project Manager, Operational Excellence

Brad Wood helps clients achieve their goals through strategic lean implementation, transformation projects, and process improvement. Brad’s broad range of experience allows him to work effectively with many different industries and processes, from production and distribution to back end administrative functions and non-traditional operations.

Expertise: Lean Strategy and Deployment, Continuous Improvement, Leadership Development, Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, SMED, Management Operating Systems, Developing Problem Solvers Throughout an Organization.

Education: MBA from the University of Georgia, B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Mississippi State University. Lean Six Sigma Black Belt from Georgia Tech.

ude.hcetag.etavonninull@doow.darb
678-451-7302
Bob Wray Headshot

Bob Wray

Project Manager, Operational Excellence
Bob Wray Headshot
Bob Wray

Project Manager, Operational Excellence

Bob Wray specializes in helping Georgia firms develop top-line growth strategies, lean project management skills, and product and process improvement techniques.

Expertise: Product Design, Product Development, Innovation, Mechanical Design, Project Management, Prototyping.

Education: MBA from the University of South Carolina, B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of South Florida. Certified Project Management Professional.

ude.hcetag.etavonninull@yarW.treboR
478-277-7816

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