Lory Eckert
About Lory Eckert
Lory Eckert is a seasoned Plant Controller with extensive experience at Kennametal, where he has held various roles since 1974. He possesses strong skills in financial compliance, value stream mapping, and enterprise resource planning.
Work at Kennametal
Lory Eckert has held various positions at Kennametal over a span of several decades. She began her career at Kennametal as a Metallurgical Accounting Clerk from 1974 to 1980 in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. She then advanced to the role of Metallurgical Accounting Analyst, serving from 1980 to 1996 at the Corporate Headquarters. Following this, she worked as Plant Controller at the Kingston Plant from 1997 to 2014 and later at the New Castle Plants from 2014 to 2017. Eckert continued her role as Plant Controller in Bedford, Pennsylvania from 2017 to 2019, and subsequently in Fallon, Nevada for one year from 2019 to 2020. Currently, she serves as Plant Controller in Nashville and Johnson City, Tennessee, a position she has held since 2020.
Education and Expertise
Lory Eckert studied Business Administration and Management at Westmoreland County Community College (WCCC), where she earned an Associate's degree. She also attended St. Vincent College, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. Her educational background supports her extensive expertise in various areas, including Value Stream Mapping, SAP, SOX compliance, and Internal Audit. Eckert's knowledge in these fields enhances her effectiveness in her roles at Kennametal.
Background
Lory Eckert has a long-standing career in the manufacturing and accounting sectors, primarily with Kennametal. Her experience spans over four decades, beginning in 1974. Throughout her career, she has developed a robust understanding of financial practices, internal controls, and operational management. Her roles have involved significant responsibilities in financial reporting and compliance, particularly in relation to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
Achievements
Throughout her career at Kennametal, Lory Eckert has demonstrated proficiency in managing Fixed Assets, which includes tracking and accounting for the company's physical assets. Her extensive experience in metallurgical accounting and her roles as Plant Controller have contributed to her understanding of financial operations within the manufacturing industry. Eckert's skills in Value Stream Mapping and Internal Audit further highlight her capability in optimizing processes and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.