Kelly Collins

Kelly Collins is an accomplished operations management professional with extensive experience in manufacturing across various industries. Currently serving as Operations Manager – Manufacturing at Applied System Technologies, Inc. since January 2024, Kelly has previously held key leadership roles, including Vice President of Manufacturing Operations and Director of Manufacturing at MSI Defense Solutions, as well as Director of Manufacturing at Joe Gibbs Racing, where responsibilities included managing CNC machining operations and producing parts for NASCAR vehicles. Additionally, Kelly has expertise in supply chain activities, having worked as Operations Manager at LNS America, where oversight included multiple facilities and a sizeable team. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Business Administration in Computer Information Systems and a Master of Business Administration from Appalachian State University, emphasizing Production/Operations Management.