James Doyle
About James Doyle
James Doyle is the Manager of Lean at SC Johnson, with extensive experience in supply chain, procurement, and lean manufacturing roles. He holds an MBA from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Company
James Doyle is currently employed at SC Johnson. SC Johnson is a leading manufacturer in the consumer goods industry, known for its diverse range of products including household cleaners, air care, pest control, and home storage solutions. At SC Johnson, Doyle's experience spans roles in various departments including lean management, customer supply chain, and procurement.
Title
James Doyle holds the position of Manager - Lean at SC Johnson. In this role, he focuses on implementing lean manufacturing principles to optimize production processes, reduce waste, and improve overall operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
James Doyle possesses an extensive educational background, holding a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Finance from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, completed over four years from 2014 to 2018. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, completed over five years from 2006 to 2011. Doyle is a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt, demonstrating his expertise in process improvement and waste reduction.
Professional Background
James Doyle has accumulated significant professional experience across several roles. Before his current position as Manager - Lean at SC Johnson, he served as Associate Manager - Customer Supply Chain and Associate Manager - Procurement within the same company. Prior to joining SC Johnson, Doyle worked at Eaton in various capacities including Lean Coordinator, Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Engineer, Supply Chain Analyst, and Manufacturing Engineering Intern. Additionally, he interned at Weir Minerals focusing on quality and lean enterprise.
Achievements
James Doyle has achieved notable accomplishments in his career. At SC Johnson, he implemented a company-wide lean manufacturing initiative that resulted in a 15% reduction in production costs. He developed a cross-functional team training program that enhanced interdepartmental collaboration and efficiency. Doyle also presented a case study on lean manufacturing at the 2022 American Manufacturing Summit. Furthermore, he volunteers as a mentor for the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’s business school, providing guidance to students on career development and industry practices.