Jeff Porter
About Jeff Porter
Jeff Porter serves as the Vice President of Quality Assurance at Berry Global, Inc., where he specializes in implementing quality standards such as SQF, ISO, and AIB. He has a strong background in operations management and quality assurance across various industries, including food packaging and automotive.
Current Role at Berry Global, Inc.
Jeff Porter currently serves as the Vice President of Quality Assurance at Berry Global, Inc. since 2021. In this role, he focuses on implementing quality standards such as SQF, ISO, and AIB to ensure compliance across the organization. His responsibilities include overseeing quality assurance processes and enhancing operational efficiency through systems improvement and defect elimination. He operates from the company's location in Evansville, Indiana.
Previous Experience at Berry Global, Inc.
Prior to his current position, Jeff Porter held two significant roles at Berry Global, Inc. He served as the Director of Quality from 2016 to 2021, where he managed quality assurance initiatives for five years. Before that, he was the Regional Quality Manager from 2014 to 2016, based in Phoenix, Arizona. In these roles, he focused on quality compliance and operational improvements.
Educational Background
Jeff Porter earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University, completing his studies from 2003 to 2005. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE) in Industrial Engineering from Arizona State University, where he studied from 1998 to 2001. His education has provided a strong foundation for his career in quality assurance and operations management.
Expertise in Quality Assurance
Jeff Porter has extensive expertise in managing quality assurance across various industries, including food packaging, automotive, and telecommunications. His focus on implementing quality standards and continual improvement initiatives has contributed to significant cost savings and operational enhancements. He has a proven track record in operations management with an emphasis on reducing waste and improving systems.
Early Career Experience
Before joining Berry Global, Inc., Jeff Porter worked at Gould Electronics as a Training/ISO specialist from 2004 to 2006. In this role, he contributed to the development and implementation of ISO standards, further enhancing his knowledge and skills in quality management and operational efficiency.