Baxter Stephenson
About Baxter Stephenson
Baxter Stephenson is a Continuous Improvement Manager at kdc/one, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in chemical engineering and extensive experience in process improvement and reliability management across various roles in the manufacturing sector.
Current Role at kdc/one
Baxter Stephenson serves as the Continuous Improvement Manager at kdc/one since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and implementing process improvements. He has successfully implemented operator basic care programs and maintenance/reliability programs, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the organization. Additionally, he leads safety initiatives, ensuring a safe working environment for all employees.
Previous Experience at Sonoco
Prior to his current position, Baxter held multiple roles at Sonoco. He worked as a Global Maintenance Excellence Support Leader from 2018 to 2021, where he contributed to maintenance strategies. Before that, he served as a Division Reliability Engineer in the Paper Division North America from 2013 to 2017, focusing on reliability engineering. His career at Sonoco began as a Management Trainee in 2011, followed by roles as Process Engineer I and Process Engineer II.
Experience at International Paper
Baxter worked at International Paper as a Global Manufacturing Systems Auditor for one year from 2017 to 2018. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, he focused on global reliability initiatives within the manufacturing systems, contributing to the company's operational standards.
Educational Background
Baxter earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from North Carolina State University, graduating Cum Laude in 2011. He furthered his education by obtaining an Advanced Diploma in Maintenance and Reliability Management from the same institution from 2013 to 2014. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in continuous improvement and process engineering.
Certifications and Skills
Baxter holds a Six Sigma Black Belt certification, which demonstrates his advanced knowledge in process improvement methodologies. This certification equips him with the skills necessary to lead initiatives that enhance efficiency and reduce waste in organizational processes.