Chris Knowles

Chris Knowles possesses extensive experience in manufacturing and operations management, currently serving as Plant Manager and previously holding various managerial roles at Hansen Technologies Corporation since 2013. Prior to this, Chris was Chief Financial and Administrative Officer at SpeciCare and Lean Subject Matter Expert with Life Cycle Engineering. Notable positions also include Vice President of Operations at Hansen Technologies Corporation, Program Manager at Triumph Aerostructures, and Production Area Manager at GKN Driveline. Chris has a strong background in quality management and process optimization, having held multiple quality-focused roles at GKN Sinter Metals and GKN Driveline. An early career with the Royal Air Force provided foundational technical and service training. Chris holds an MBA from Elon University and a Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Systems Engineering from Nottingham Trent University.