Michael McClain has a diverse work experience spanning over several companies and industries. Michael began their career as a Machine & Tool Designer at Numatics in 1992 and later transitioned to the role of Machine & Systems Design Engineer, where they were involved in designing, developing, specifying, ordering, and overseeing the development of production machinery and test equipment. Michael also worked on the manufacturing and testing of custom valves for medical devices.
In 1997, McClain took on the position of Project Engineer at Numatics, where they played a role in designing and developing new products, machinery, and test equipment. Michael also worked on HVAC development for air drying equipment and collaborated with customers on pressure regulator designs for medical devices and FDA submissions.
From 2002 to 2005, McClain worked as a Manufacturing Engineer at Emerson's Numatics division. Michael actively updated design principles and manufacturing capabilities, developed a complete Lean Manufacturing process and facility, and created a fully automated testing system for filtration concepts. Michael was responsible for benchmarking, design, prototypes, budget review, forecasting, purchasing structures, manufacturing specifications, equipment, and validation testing.
In 2005, McClain joined Delphi as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, contributing to the company's projects until 2009.
Following that, they worked at Pall Life Sciences as a Principal R&D Engineer from 2010 to 2012. During this role, McClain led new product development in rapid microbiology and qPCR, specifically in the pharmaceutical, laboratory, beverage, and diagnostic industries. Michael designed and fully developed the first portable microbiological laboratory pump.
From 2012 to 2016, McClain served as VP Engineering & Product Development and later as Principal BioMedical Engineer at Royal Oak Medical Devices. During this time, they oversaw engineering and product development initiatives.
Their most recent position is that of Vice President of Engineering & Operations at Mopec since 2018. McClain is responsible for leading product development in pathology, autopsy, anatomy, histology, mortuary, necropsy, and laboratory equipment and supplies. Michael focuses on value engineering, product standardization, lean manufacturing, design control, ISO/Quality System development, and new ERP implementation.
Overall, Michael McClain's work experience demonstrates their expertise in various engineering and leadership roles across different sectors, including medical devices, filtration, and manufacturing.
Michael McClain attended Lawrence Technological University from 1993 to 2000, where they earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. It is not specified in the provided information if they pursued any further education after this.
November 1, 2023 - present
October, 2018
November, 2016