Kurt Greissinger is an accomplished operations and manufacturing executive with over 25 years of experience driving efficiency and growth for leading industrial technology companies. As the Vice President at Lean Factory America, he leverages his deep expertise in lean manufacturing principles and Industry 4.0 strategies to help organizations streamline their production processes and enhance their competitive edge.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As Vice President at Lean Factory America since 2013, Kurt is responsible for overseeing the company's strategic initiatives, process improvement programs, and new technology implementation. He works closely with cross-functional teams to identify and address operational bottlenecks, implement data-driven decision-making, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Under his leadership, Lean Factory America has achieved double-digit productivity gains for its clients across the automotive, aerospace, and consumer goods industries.
Kurt also serves on the Board of Directors at Lean Factory Group, where he provides guidance on the company's global expansion and R&D efforts focused on advancing the next generation of smart manufacturing solutions.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Lean Factory, Kurt held various product management and marketing roles at leading industrial automation companies, including Bosch Rexroth, Brooks Automation, and Inspex. In these positions, he demonstrated a strong track record of driving product innovation, strengthening customer relationships, and delivering sustainable business growth.
Early in his career, Kurt gained valuable experience as a Process Engineer at Intel Corporation, where he honed his problem-solving skills and developed a deep understanding of complex manufacturing processes.
Academic Background
Kurt holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Florida, where he graduated with high honors. His academic focus on industrial engineering and process optimization has been instrumental in shaping his career path and technical expertise.
Areas of Expertise
- Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
- Industry 4.0 technologies and smart factory implementation
- Production planning and supply chain optimization
- Cross-functional team leadership and organizational transformation
- Strategic decision-making and data-driven problem-solving
Professional Impact
Under Kurt's leadership, Lean Factory America has been recognized as a leader in the industrial automation and smart manufacturing space, with several client engagements resulting in over 20% improvements in operational efficiency and throughput. He has been invited to speak at industry conferences and has published thought leadership articles on the application of Industry 4.0 solutions in the manufacturing sector.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, technical expertise, and strategic vision, Kurt Greissinger is poised to continue driving innovation and operational excellence in the manufacturing industry. As Lean Factory America's Vice President, he remains committed to empowering organizations to achieve sustainable growth and competitive advantage through the adoption of cutting-edge operational strategies and technologies.
