David Dobbs, M Eng, Cmrp
About David Dobbs, M Eng, Cmrp
David Dobbs, MEng, CMRP, is the Director of Global Manufacturing Capabilities (Lean) at SC Johnson in Racine, Wisconsin, with extensive experience in maintenance, reliability, and engineering management across various industries.
Current Role at SC Johnson
David Dobbs currently holds the position of Director Global Manufacturing Capabilities (Lean) at SC Johnson, based in Racine, Wisconsin, United States. In this role, he oversees the implementation of lean manufacturing strategies on a global scale, driving efficiency and productivity improvements across SC Johnson’s operations. His responsibilities include optimizing manufacturing processes, reducing waste, and ensuring the alignment of operational practices with the company’s overarching goals.
Previous Experience at SC Johnson
Before his current role, David Dobbs served as the Senior Manager Maintenance & Reliability for the Waxdale Region at SC Johnson from 2018 to 2021. During his 3-year tenure, he was responsible for overseeing maintenance and reliability engineering functions, ensuring operational excellence and equipment reliability in the Waxdale manufacturing facility.
Engineering Roles at Nestlé
David Dobbs worked at Nestlé in various engineering capacities from 2014 to 2018. He began as the Senior Manager Maintenance, Nutrition Market Segment Lead, and PM Pillar Owner for Nestlé Nutrition North America (Gerber) in Wisconsin from 2014 to 2016. Subsequently, he served as the Regional Group Engineering Lead / PM Pillar from 2016 to 2018 in the Eau Claire, Wisconsin area. His roles at Nestlé involved leading maintenance strategies, managing engineering projects, and implementing performance improvements within the nutrition market segment.
US Navy Experience
David Dobbs has an extensive 18-year career in the US Navy, serving in various capacities from 1993 to 2011. Notably, he served as a Senior Executive Advisor at Strike Fighter Squadron ONE ZERO SIX (VFA-106) in Virginia Beach, VA from 2012 to 2013. He also held roles as Aviation Production Supervisor with Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadrons Three and Eleven in Jacksonville, FL, and as Recruiter In Charge at Navy Recruiting District Chicago. Additionally, he was a Recruit Division Commander Lead in Great Lakes, IL, and also served as a Work Center Supervisor and Aviation Structure Mechanic.
Educational Background
David Dobbs completed his Master of Engineering (MEng) in Engineering Management at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University from 2017 to 2019. Earlier, he earned a Bachelor's degree in Aeronautics Engineering with a minor in business from the same university, studying from 2005 to 2012. He also completed a course in Advanced Professional Military Leadership at the Navy Senior Enlisted Academy, earning a Completion Certificate in 2011.
Certifications and Specializations
David Dobbs holds a Six Sigma Green Belt certification, which signifies his expertise in process improvement and quality management. He also has a Secret Clearance, indicating his capability to handle sensitive information responsibly. His areas of specialization include Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), methodologies essential for asset management and reliability engineering.