Dennis Kurth
About Dennis Kurth
Dennis Kurth is a Senior Manufacturing Engineer with extensive experience in the manufacturing sector, currently working at FlexSteel Pipeline Technologies, Inc. He has a strong background in leading Lean initiatives, managing new product introductions, and driving quality programs, with a focus on achieving significant cost savings and efficiency improvements.
Work at FlexSteelPipeline
Dennis Kurth has been employed at FlexSteel Pipeline Technologies, Inc. as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer since 2012. His role involves overseeing manufacturing processes and ensuring high-quality standards are met. He has contributed to various initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency and product quality within the organization, leveraging his extensive experience in manufacturing engineering.
Previous Employment History
Prior to his current position, Dennis Kurth worked at several notable companies. He served as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer at Johnson Controls from 2000 to 2007 in Wichita, Kansas. Before that, he was a Manufacturing Engineer at ITT Inc. from 1995 to 1999 in Auburn Hills, Michigan. He also held the position of Sr. Manufacturing Engineer/Engineering Manager at Goodman Manufacturing from 2007 to 2012 in Houston, Texas. His early career included a role as a Materials Engineer at Cooper Standard from 1989 to 1994 in Dearborn, Michigan.
Education and Expertise
Dennis Kurth holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME) from the University of Michigan, where he studied Mechanics and Composite Materials from 1994 to 1995. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) with a minor in Polymer/Plastics Engineering from Kettering University, completing his studies from 1989 to 1994. His educational background supports his expertise in manufacturing engineering and quality management.
Professional Achievements
Dennis Kurth has successfully managed multiple new product introductions and manufacturing launches, with capital projects exceeding $5 million. His work has been recognized in trade publications. He has also led Lean initiatives focused on waste elimination, continuous improvement, and process optimization. His efforts in implementing manufacturing solutions have resulted in significant sales increases and cost savings for the companies he has worked with.
Quality Management and Lean Initiatives
Dennis specializes in driving Zero-Defect Quality programs within manufacturing environments. He has expertise in preparing for and completing external ISO-9001 plant audits and certifications. His leadership in Lean initiatives includes demand flow technology, 5S, and Kaizen events, all aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and product quality while reducing waste.