David Wagner
About David Wagner
David Wagner is the Director of Operations at Emerson Automation Solutions in Sandusky, Michigan, with extensive experience in operations, supply chain management, and process engineering.
Title
David Wagner currently holds the position of Director of Operations at Emerson Automation Solutions located in Sandusky, Michigan, United States.
Professional Background
David Wagner has a comprehensive background in operations and supply chain management. Prior to his current role, he served as a Manufacturing Manager at Emerson Automation Solutions from 2016 to 2018. Wagner also held the position of Supply Chain Manager at ASCO VALVE, INC. for eight years, and various managerial and engineering roles at Numatics Inc., including Purchasing Manager, Plant Manager, and Process Engineer. His career began as a Process Engineer at Quasar and Delphi.
Education and Expertise
David Wagner earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Operations and Supply Chain from Southern New Hampshire University in 2018. He also holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Business Administration, Management, and Operations from the same institution. Furthermore, he completed leadership development training with the Leadership Alliance Personal Development. His expertise includes business process optimization, strategic planning, team leadership, and conflict management.
Specialized Skills
Wagner has specialized skills in various technical and operational areas including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), ISO, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), plastic injection molding, CNC machining, electromagnetic coil production, and metal stamping. Additionally, he has led multiple continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on cost reduction and enhancing customer service.
Key Responsibilities
Throughout his career, David Wagner has managed significant operational responsibilities. Notably, he oversaw a three-shift operation involving over 150 hourly production workers, focusing on achieving production goals, ensuring safety, and improving throughput. His proficiency in using Microsoft Office tools has supported various operational tasks and reporting requirements.