Katlin Pennison

Operations Manager at Compass Precision

Katlin assumed responsibilities for R&D Machine’s manufacturing activities in November 2022. She previously served as a production manager at Nemak Global’s USA operation in Sylacauga, AL. Kat started her career at firearms manufacturer Sturm, Ruger & Co in Prescott, AZ, rising through the technical ranks from process engineer to lean department supervisor.

Katlin graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, AZ with a BS in Aerospace Engineering in 2013. Originally from Alaska, she has moved south and east during her career from Arizona to Alabama and now Florida. Kat looks forward to putting her engineering and supervisory skills to work at R&D Machine.

Timeline

  • Operations Manager

    Current role