Daniel La Frence
About Daniel La Frence
Daniel La Frence is a Continuous Improvement, Environmental, Health & Safety Manager at Ergotron, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in engineering and management roles, previously holding positions at U.S. Water and Viracon, and has a strong educational background in engineering and manufacturing management.
Current Role at Ergotron
Daniel La Frence serves as the Continuous Improvement, Environmental, Health & Safety Manager at Ergotron, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he manages internal process and safety audits, including conducting incident investigations and presenting findings to leadership. His responsibilities also include advising management on continuous improvement and environmental, health, and safety matters, leveraging his expertise in workflow, visual controls, ergonomics, safety, and waste reduction.
Previous Experience at Viracon
Prior to his current role, Daniel La Frence worked at Viracon in various engineering capacities from 2013 to 2020. He began as a Process Engineer, then advanced to the role of Advanced Process Engineer, and ultimately served as Engineering Manager. During his tenure, he developed an energy management system aimed at tracking and reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 CO2 emissions. He also conducted Lean and Six Sigma training for employees at all levels within the organization.
Experience at U.S. Water Services, Inc.
Daniel La Frence worked as an R&D Technician at U.S. Water Services, Inc. for a period of seven months in 2012 to 2013. This role provided him with foundational experience in research and development within the water services sector, contributing to his overall expertise in engineering and process improvement.
Educational Background
Daniel La Frence holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, which he completed from 2008 to 2012. He furthered his education by obtaining a Graduate Certificate in Engineering and Manufacturing Management from Georgia Southern University, studying there from 2018 to 2020. This educational background supports his expertise in continuous improvement and safety management.
Certifications and Training
In his current role, Daniel La Frence leads the implementation and certification process for ISO 13485 Quality Management for Medical Devices. He is also responsible for conducting Lean and Six Sigma training, equipping employees with methodologies that enhance operational efficiency and quality within the organization.