Brian Lloyd
About Brian Lloyd
Brian Lloyd serves as the Regional Quality Director at Berry Global, Inc., where he has worked for over 30 years in various roles, including Plant Manager and Manager of Quality and Continuous Improvement. He holds an MBA and a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification, and possesses expertise in Failure Mode and Effects Analysis, supply chain management, and graphic design.
Work at Berry Global, Inc.
Brian Lloyd has held multiple roles at Berry Global, Inc. since 1988. He began as a Molding Shift Lead, progressing to Plant Manager from 1994 to 1996 in the York, Pennsylvania area. He then served as Administrative Manager from 1996 to 2000 and Scheduler, ISO Management Representative, and IT from 2000 to 2005 in Monroe, NC. After a role as Supervisor of Quality Management Systems from 2005 to 2009, he became Manager of Quality and Continuous Improvement, a position he held for 11 years until 2020. Currently, he serves as Regional Quality Director, a role he has occupied since 2020.
Education and Expertise
Brian Lloyd studied at Penn State University, where he earned degrees in Electrical/Computer Engineering and Graphic Design from 1983 to 1988. He later attended Wingate University, achieving a Bachelor of Liberal Studies in Organizational Communication and Management from 2013 to 2015, followed by a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Project Management from 2015 to 2018. He holds a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification, demonstrating his advanced skills in process improvement and quality management. His expertise includes Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and a strong background in supply chain management.
Background in Manufacturing and Quality Management
Brian Lloyd has a comprehensive background in manufacturing and quality management, with over three decades of experience at Berry Global, Inc. His roles have encompassed various aspects of production and quality oversight, allowing him to develop a robust understanding of quality systems. He combines statistical analysis with lean manufacturing methodologies to implement continuous improvement initiatives effectively. His experience in quality management systems has been pivotal in enhancing operational efficiency across the organization.
Professional Skills and Certifications
Brian Lloyd possesses a unique combination of skills that bridge manufacturing and quality management with graphic design. His Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification signifies his proficiency in process improvement techniques. Additionally, his strong skills in graphic design complement his technical expertise, providing a diverse skill set that enhances his effectiveness in quality management roles. His knowledge of statistical analysis further supports his ability to drive continuous improvement within production processes.