Ailia Krause
About Ailia Krause
Ailia Krause is a Testing Manager at MOD Pizza, specializing in data-based evaluations to enhance restaurant operations. She has a background in industrial engineering and management, with experience in various roles across multiple companies.
Work at MOD Pizza
Ailia Krause has been serving as the Testing Manager at MOD Pizza since 2021. In this role, she specializes in data-based evaluations aimed at enhancing restaurant operations. Her focus is on implementing incremental and sustainable improvements to boost efficiency and performance within the organization. Her expertise in testing and evaluation contributes to the overall operational effectiveness at MOD Pizza.
Education and Expertise
Ailia Krause studied at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Industrial Management from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, she attended Augustana College (SD) from 2011 to 2013, where she studied Mathematics. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her career in industrial engineering and management, with a particular passion for LEAN methodologies and continuous improvement.
Professional Background
Before joining MOD Pizza, Ailia Krause held several positions that contributed to her professional development. She worked at Funko as a Fulfillment Operations Manager and previously as a Process Improvement Manager. Her experience also includes three years as an Industrial Engineer at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton, Washington. Earlier in her career, she completed a Supply Chain Management internship at Alcoa in 2015 and worked as a Lifeguard and Swim Instructor at Augustana College from 2011 to 2013.
Achievements in Process Improvement
Throughout her career, Ailia Krause has focused on making incremental and sustainable improvements to enhance operational efficiency across various industries. Her roles have involved utilizing data-driven approaches to identify areas for improvement, particularly in the restaurant sector at MOD Pizza. Her commitment to LEAN methodologies reflects her dedication to continuous improvement in industrial engineering.