Chris Piagari

Chris Piagari has extensive work experience in continuous improvement, manufacturing engineering, and operations management. Chris is currently the Director of Operations at MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions, where they oversee the operational activities of the company. Prior to this role, they served as the Director of Continuous Improvement at the same company, implementing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Before joining MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions, Chris worked at Dexter Magnetic Technologies as a Continuous Improvement Manager, where they led and implemented continuous improvement efforts using lean manufacturing principles. Chris was responsible for driving waste reduction, improving on-time delivery, and enhancing productivity.

Chris also held managerial positions at Liquid Controls and Fluid Management, where they focused on value stream analysis, lean manufacturing, and manufacturing engineering. Chris successfully implemented lean transformation initiatives, developed action plans, and led kaizen events to improve material flow and reduce lead time.

Earlier in their career, Chris worked at Knaack LLC as a Quality Manager and Manufacturing Engineer, implementing various process improvements and establishing quality programs. Chris also worked as a Manufacturing Engineer at Rexnord, where they developed and improved manufacturing processes.

Overall, Chris has a strong background in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, operations management, and manufacturing engineering.

Chris Piagari received a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Technology-Manufacturing Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. Chris attended this university from 1991 to 1996.