Joe Butler
About Joe Butler
Joe Butler is a Plant Manager with extensive experience in the manufacturing sector, currently overseeing operations at Kennametal in Solon, Ohio. His career includes significant roles at Alcoa and Arconic, where he managed various plant operations and quality assurance functions.
Current Role at Kennametal
Joe Butler serves as the Plant Manager at Kennametal, a position he has held since 2021. He operates from the Solon, Ohio facility, where he oversees plant operations and management. His role involves ensuring efficient production processes and maintaining quality standards within the plant.
Previous Experience at Alcoa
Joe Butler has extensive experience with Alcoa, where he held multiple positions over a span of 14 years. His roles included Production General Supervisor from 1997 to 2005, Ingot Lead Area Manager from 2007 to 2013, and Plate Mill Area Manager from 2005 to 2007. His work at Alcoa contributed to his development in various aspects of plant management and production.
Experience at Arconic
Butler worked at Arconic in two significant roles. He was the Plant Manager from 2013 to 2017 in San Antonio, Texas, and later served as the Large Aerospace Plant Manager from 2017 to 2019 in the Cleveland/Akron, Ohio area. His tenure at Arconic enhanced his leadership skills in managing large-scale manufacturing operations.
Background in Quality Assurance and Engineering
Before his roles in plant management, Joe Butler worked as a Quality Assurance Manager at Beneke Wire Company from 1994 to 1996. He also served as Engineering & Maintenance Manager at Howmet Aerospace for one year in 2019 to 2020. These positions provided him with a solid foundation in quality control and engineering management.
Education and Qualifications
Joe Butler studied Metallurgical Engineering at the University of Kentucky, where he earned his Bachelor's degree from 1985 to 1989. He completed his secondary education at St. Francis Xavier High School from 1981 to 1985. His educational background supports his technical expertise in metallurgy and engineering.