Erik Slotness
About Erik Slotness
Erik Slotness serves as the Regional Continuous Improvement Leader for the Midwest at Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc., a position he has held since 2021. With extensive experience in various roles related to quality, safety, and continuous improvement, he has worked for several companies, including Pentair, Miratec Systems, and Sealy.
Work at Advanced Drainage Systems
Erik Slotness has served as the Regional Continuous Improvement Leader for the Midwest at Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and implementing continuous improvement strategies across the region. His work is based in Mendota, Illinois, where he has contributed to the company's objectives for three years.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his current position, Erik Slotness held various roles in the manufacturing and safety sectors. He worked at Pentair as a Value Stream Manager and Safety Coordinator for four months in 2012. He also served as a Quality, Safety & Lean Engineer at Miratec Systems for nine months in 2021. His experience includes a four-year tenure as Plant Manager at Waste Management from 2014 to 2018 and multiple roles at Sealy, including Safety Coordinator, Continuous Improvement Coordinator, Production Supervisor, and Quality Assurance from 2003 to 2012.
Education and Certifications
Erik Slotness earned a Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education with a focus on Social Studies from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, studying from 1987 to 1992. He also achieved Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification from Villanova University with a GPA of 4.0 in 2009. Additionally, he has completed various training programs, including a 10-hour OSHA training course in 2011 and certifications in CPR/AED & First Aid by the American Red Cross from 2003 to 2017.
Professional Development and Training
Throughout his career, Erik Slotness has engaged in numerous professional development initiatives. He completed the Managing at Pentair (MAP) training in 2012 and attended various seminars, including 'First Things First' by Stephen R. Covey in 1995 and 'Problem Solving-The Toyota Way' by David Meier in 2009. He also participated in 'The Culture Engine' training in 2017 as part of the FIRSST initiative.
Entrepreneurial Experience
In addition to his corporate roles, Erik Slotness co-owned and operated the Safari Motel in Tucumcari, New Mexico, from 1996 to 1997. This experience provided him with insights into business management and operations outside of the manufacturing sector.