Brian Chen P.E.
About Brian Chen P.E.
Brian Chen, P.E., serves as the Director of Operation Excellence for kdc/one, focusing on the US West and Asia. With a robust background in operations management and quality management, he has held various leadership roles across notable companies in the consumer products and vitamin industries.
Current Role at kdc/one
Brian Chen serves as the Director of Operation Excellence for the US West and Asia regions at kdc/one. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's operational strategies and excellence initiatives. His role focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and implementing best practices across various facilities in these regions.
Previous Experience in Operations Excellence
Prior to his current role, Brian Chen worked at The Nature's Bounty Co. as the Director of Operation Excellence from 2014 to 2018. He also held the position of Director of Operation Excellence at Sirio Pharma from 2018 to 2020. His extensive background includes significant roles at Nestlé, where he served as Division TPM Generalist and Operations Manager, and at Ruiz Foods as Director of Continuous Improvement & Engineering.
Educational Background and Professional Qualifications
Brian Chen is a Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of California, a designation he has maintained since 2014. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Cal Poly Pomona, completing his studies in 1989. His educational background supports his expertise in operations management and quality management.
Experience in Consumer Products and Engineering
Brian Chen has extensive experience in the consumer products sector, particularly in the vitamin and supplement industries. His career includes roles at Unilever, where he served as Plant Manager and Operations Manager, and Parker Hannifin as a Design Engineer. His strong background in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Lean methodologies enhances his operational capabilities.
Career Timeline and Key Positions
Brian Chen's career spans several decades, beginning with his role as a Design Engineer at Parker Hannifin from 1989 to 1993. He progressed through various positions at Unilever, including Plant Engineer and Operations Manager, before moving to Nestlé and other companies. His career reflects a consistent focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement across multiple industries.