Consultant
Manufacturing Leader with Expertise in Lean Training and Process Improvement
Jay brings more than 20 years of manufacturing and education experience, with expertise in lean methods, six sigma, and industrial engineering. His career spans the paper, meat packaging, and foundry industries, along with the Wisconsin technical college system, where he has applied his skills in production supervision, process improvement, and adult education to strengthen teams and drive performance.
Key Expertise
- Lean Training and SMED
- Supervisor Skills Training (TWI)
- Kaizen Facilitation
- Value Stream Mapping
- A3 Projects
- Time Studies for Standard Work and Incentive Systems
Certifications
- TWI 10-Hour Trainer: Job Instruction, Job Relations, Job Methods, Job Safety
- SME Lean Bronze Certification
Manufacturing Background
Before joining WMEP, Jay held engineering and continuous improvement roles with Wisconsin manufacturers including Neenah Enterprises, Hoffmaster Group, and Brillion Iron Works. He also spent six years at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, training and coaching educational professionals in lean practices and process improvement.
Education
- MBA, University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
- B.S., Industrial Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Platteville
On a Personal Note
Jay and his family enjoy camping, hiking, and biking together. He also enjoys hunting, woodworking, stained glass, and caring for his pet parrots.