Chuck Brown
About Chuck Brown
Chuck Brown is a Program Manager at Dover Corporation with nearly four decades of experience in global manufacturing strategies and engineering management, particularly in China. He has held various roles in prominent companies, including General Dynamics and Gilbarco Veeder-Root, and has a strong educational background in industrial technology and mechanical drafting.
Current Role at Dover Corporation
Chuck Brown has been serving as a Program Manager at Dover Corporation since 2021. In this role, he oversees various projects and initiatives, leveraging his extensive experience in engineering management and global sourcing. His position involves coordinating efforts between teams in the USA and China, ensuring effective communication and project execution.
Previous Experience in Engineering and Management
Before joining Dover Corporation, Chuck Brown held several significant positions in engineering and management. He worked as a Senior Consultant at Freelance Management, Program & Engineering Consulting from 2015 to 2016. Prior to that, he served as a Mechanical Designer at General Dynamics Mission Systems for a year. His career also includes roles at Veeder-Root and Gilbarco Veeder-Root, where he spent 28 years in various engineering and program management capacities.
Educational Background
Chuck Brown studied at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Technology-Mfg Systems from 1988 to 1990. He also attended Wytheville Community College, obtaining an Associate of Applied Science in Mechanical Drafting & Design Technology from 1979 to 1981. His foundational education includes a diploma from Marion Senior High School, completed from 1975 to 1979.
Expertise in Global Manufacturing and Sourcing
Chuck Brown possesses nearly four decades of experience in developing and executing global manufacturing strategies. He has over 15 years of specialized experience in China, focusing on global sourcing, engineering management, and product/process transfer. His expertise extends to rolling out new products in markets across China, India, and the Asia-Pacific region.
Focus on Quality Management and Operational Excellence
Chuck Brown has significant experience in ISO quality management and occupational safety/health. He has a strong background in operational excellence, emphasizing process transfer and manufacturing engineering. His leadership in these areas has contributed to the successful implementation of various projects throughout his career.