Bret Verdrager
About Bret Verdrager
Bret Verdrager is a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer at Smiths Detection, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in quality engineering and manufacturing supervision, with a strong focus on team development and operational efficiency.
Work at Smiths Detection
Bret Verdrager has been employed at Smiths Detection since 2018, initially serving as a Supplier Quality Engineer before advancing to the role of Senior Supplier Quality Engineer in 2019. He has worked remotely for a total of five years in this capacity. His responsibilities include ensuring supplier quality and managing quality assurance processes to maintain high standards within the organization.
Previous Experience in Quality Engineering
Before joining Smiths Detection, Bret Verdrager worked at Titeflex Corporation - Titeflex Aerospace (Smiths Tubular Systems) from 2015 to 2018. He began as a Manufacturing Supervisor for ten months and then transitioned to the role of Supplier Quality Engineer for two years. His experience in these roles contributed to his expertise in quality management and production efficiency.
Educational Background
Bret Verdrager holds an MBA in Quality from Southern New Hampshire University, which he completed from 2017 to 2020. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design from Keene State College, studying from 1995 to 1999. Additionally, he completed a certificate program in MCSE Windows 2000 at Daniel Webster College, further enhancing his technical skills.
Leadership and Management Skills
Bret Verdrager demonstrates strong leadership skills, particularly in hiring, training, and recognizing staff. He focuses on fostering growth within the organization by motivating employees and maximizing production floor efficiencies. His experience as a Shift Supervisor at Len-Tex Corporation and his roles at Titeflex Corporation have equipped him with the necessary skills to manage teams effectively.
Early Career Experience
Bret Verdrager began his career in the printing industry as a PrePress Specialist/Graphic Coordinator at Kase Printing, Inc. in 2006. This role provided him with foundational experience in graphic design and production processes, which he later applied in his engineering and supervisory roles.