Ashley Edwards

Ashley Edwards is a seasoned professional in business operations and production management with extensive experience across several companies, including McMaster-Carr and LISI Aerospace. As a Business Operations Specialist at McMaster-Carr since December 2018, Ashley has facilitated multiple 5S projects and developed a corporate problem-solving initiative. Previous roles as Production Manager and Supervisor at LISI Aerospace and Ford Motor Company involved significant leadership, coordinating workflow, and achieving production goals while managing labor costs. Additional experience includes team leadership and process improvement at Schreiber Foods and Ralcorp Holdings, along with engineering internships at Western Michigan University. Ashley holds an MBA from Georgia Southern University and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Western Michigan University, showcasing a strong educational background complemented by practical experience in both engineering and operations management.