Paul Adams
About Paul Adams
Paul Adams serves as the Director of Quality at Toray Advanced Composites, bringing over 20 years of experience in the aerospace industry. His background includes significant roles at Boeing Corporation and Northrop Grumman, where he specialized in Quality Assurance and Lean Manufacturing.
Current Role at Toray Advanced Composites
Paul Adams serves as the Director of Quality at Toray Advanced Composites, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing quality assurance processes and ensuring that products meet industry standards. His leadership is focused on enhancing quality systems and engaging with team members to maximize their potential. The company is located in Morgan Hill, California, where Adams applies his extensive experience in the aerospace sector.
Previous Experience at Boeing Corporation
Adams has a significant history with Boeing Corporation, where he worked in various roles over multiple years. He served as a Quality Assurance Manager from 2011 to 2019, overseeing quality processes in the Greater Seattle Area. Prior to this, he held the position of Quality System Specialist III for one year in 2007-2008 and worked as a Business Process Analyst and Life Cycle Technologist for the F-22 Sustainment from 2008 to 2011. His tenure at Boeing provided him with a robust foundation in quality management.
Experience at Northrop Grumman
Paul Adams worked at Northrop Grumman in several capacities, contributing to his expertise in quality engineering. He began as a Quality Engineer Intern in 2003 and progressed to Quality Engineer II from 2005 to 2007. Additionally, he served as a Quality System Specialist I from 2004 to 2005. His roles at Northrop Grumman involved critical quality assurance functions that enhanced his skills in the aerospace industry.
Educational Background
Adams holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Technology from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, which he completed from 1999 to 2004. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Webster University, graduating in May 2008. His academic background in business administration and industrial technology supports his proficiency in quality management and leadership.
Specializations and Skills
Paul Adams specializes in Lean Manufacturing and Value Engineering, both of which are essential to his role in quality assurance. His expertise in these areas allows him to implement efficient processes and improve product quality. With over 20 years of experience in the aerospace industry, he possesses a deep understanding of quality systems and is dedicated to engaging with and developing talent within his teams.