James Z.

James Z. is a seasoned professional in manufacturing and engineering management with extensive experience across various industries. Currently serving as Manufacturing Engineering Manager at PPG since April 2023, James previously held the position of Director of Business Development at Plus, where responsibilities included leading global supply chain initiatives and implementing ERP systems. Prior roles include Manufacturing Engineering Manager at Zoox, Director of Manufacturing Engineering at Winnebago Industries, and General Manager at 3M, where James successfully managed significant revenue growth and engineering transformations. Early in the career, James developed expertise in international production transfer and six sigma training at Cummins Turbo Technologies. James holds an MBA with a concentration in International Business from the University of South Carolina and a Bachelor of Science in Automation from the Beijing Institute of Technology.