James Depoyster

James Depoyster has a diverse work experience in various industries. James started their career in the US Navy, working in operations from 1991 to 1994. After that, they joined FedEx Ground as an Operations Manager, overseeing a large team and ensuring safety, quality, and productivity goals were met. In 2000, they transitioned to Dell, where they held multiple roles, including Continuous Improvement Manager and Operations Manager, responsible for lean manufacturing, process improvement, and managing a large workforce. In 2010, they joined CEVA Logistics as the Senior Production Control Manager, providing strategic leadership and managing part planning and customer expedites. In 2011, they moved to Hach (Danaher) as an Operations Manager, with responsibilities for meeting cost and delivery objectives in various departments. James then worked with Danaher Corporation as a Director of Lean Manufacturing, supporting multiple operating companies and coordinating lean improvement projects. In 2020, they joined Beckman Coulter Diagnostics as the Senior Director of Materials & Planning, overseeing the North American supply chain. James'smost recent position is as the Senior Director of North America Operations at Hach. Overall, James has a strong background in operations, supply chain management, and lean manufacturing.

James Depoyster attended Birmingham-Southern College from 1985 to 1989, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. In 1993 to 1994, they pursued their education further at Troy University and obtained a Master of Public Administration degree, specializing in Information Systems. In recognition of their achievements, James Depoyster was listed as an Honored Listee by Marquis Who's Who in December 2023.