Zack Sosebee
About Zack Sosebee
Zack Sosebee serves as the Senior Vice President of Operations at Redzone Production Systems, where he has worked since 2021. He holds both a bachelor's and master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology and has extensive experience in operations management across various industries.
Current Role at Redzone Production Systems
Zack Sosebee serves as the Senior Vice President of Operations at Redzone Production Systems, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and productivity within the organization. His leadership is pivotal in implementing strategic initiatives aimed at improving manufacturing processes for clients in the Food & Beverage and Consumer Packaged Goods sectors. Sosebee's contributions include building out the coaching organization and developing continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles.
Previous Experience at Redzone Production Systems
Prior to his current role, Zack Sosebee held multiple positions at Redzone Production Systems. He served as Vice President of Operations from 2019 to 2021 and as Operations Director from 2013 to 2019. During his tenure, he played a key role in implementing a 90-day coaching program that significantly improved productivity for mid-sized manufacturers. He was also involved in the development of the Redzone social APP, which integrates social technology to enhance team engagement and manufacturing throughput.
Education and Expertise in Mechanical Engineering
Zack Sosebee holds both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology. He completed his undergraduate studies from 2003 to 2007 and his graduate studies from 2007 to 2009. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in manufacturing operations, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing principles.
Career Background and Early Roles
Zack Sosebee's career includes significant experience in various engineering and operations roles. He began his professional journey at Ford Motor Company and Porsche Cars North America, where he worked in production engineering and regulatory affairs. He later joined Lockheed Martin, where he held several positions, including Manufacturing Engineer and Production Operations Lead. His experience also includes a role as Consultant and Project Manager at CDC Software and Vice President of Operations at Ignite Solutions.
Achievements in Productivity Improvement
Throughout his career, Zack Sosebee has been involved in initiatives that have led to measurable productivity improvements. Notably, he was part of a team that reported an average productivity gain of 12.1% within 90 days for the first 100 plants utilizing Redzone's coaching program. He has also organized community events to showcase the productivity enhancements achieved through Redzone's solutions, further demonstrating his commitment to operational excellence.