Melissa Childers

Melissa Childers is an accomplished Business Development Manager at Parker Hannifin, with a focus on pneumatic door assist systems and related technologies since June 2016. With a strong background in quality management as a Plant Quality Manager and extensive experience in engineering roles, including Product Engineer and Design Engineer Trainee, Melissa has demonstrated expertise in component design, quality assurance, and process optimization. Notably, achievements include leading successful value-added engineering initiatives that resulted in significant cost savings. Melissa obtained a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from The University of Akron and has held various engineering positions during co-op and internship experiences at Plastipak Packaging, Inc. and OMNOVA Solutions Inc., showcasing a comprehensive skill set in engineering, quality systems, and business development.