Darcie Matheny
About Darcie Matheny
Darcie Matheny serves as the Manager of PMO and Operational Excellence at Andelyn Biosciences, bringing over 14 years of experience in operational excellence and Lean Manufacturing. She has a background in Six Sigma methodologies and has worked with several prominent companies in the pharmaceutical and manufacturing sectors.
Current Role at Andelyn Biosciences
Darcie Matheny currently serves as the Manager of PMO and Operational Excellence at Andelyn Biosciences. She has held this position since 2021. In her role, she focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and managing project management office functions. Her responsibilities include leading initiatives that drive operational excellence across the organization.
Previous Experience in Operational Excellence
Before her current role, Darcie Matheny worked at Andelyn Biosciences as a Senior Operations Excellence Specialist for a brief period in 2021. Prior to this, she gained extensive experience in operational excellence and Six Sigma methodologies at several organizations, including Boehringer Ingelheim, Hikma Pharmaceuticals, and West-Ward Pharmaceuticals. Her roles involved implementing Lean Six Sigma practices to improve operational processes.
Educational Background in Engineering
Darcie Matheny earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Welding Engineering from The Ohio State University, completing her studies from 1998 to 2003. This educational foundation provided her with technical knowledge and skills applicable to her subsequent roles in manufacturing and operational excellence.
Expertise in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
Darcie Matheny has developed expertise in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies throughout her career. She has utilized Value Stream Mapping and Root Cause Analysis to identify and implement operational improvements. Her experience includes leading cross-functional teams to achieve cost savings and enhance efficiency in manufacturing processes.
Career Timeline and Roles
Darcie Matheny's career spans multiple roles in operational excellence and engineering. She began as a Lean Manufacturing Engineer at John Deere from 2003 to 2007. She then worked as a Six Sigma Black Belt at Boehringer Ingelheim from 2007 to 2021, followed by a position at Hikma Pharmaceuticals. Additionally, she served as a Capacity Analyst and Six Sigma Black Belt at West-Ward Pharmaceuticals from 2016 to 2021.