Tom Butler
About Tom Butler
Tom Butler is the Continuous Improvement Manager Pumps at Woodward, Inc. in Fort Collins, Colorado, with a long career at the company and a background in Economics, Accounting, and Business Management.
Continuous Improvement Manager at Woodward, Inc.
Tom Butler currently holds the position of Continuous Improvement Manager for Pumps at Woodward, Inc., located in Fort Collins, Colorado. He has been serving in this role since 2012. His responsibilities involve driving continuous improvement initiatives and enhancing team performance, embodying a crucial part of the company’s Lean journey.
Previous Roles at Woodward, Inc.
Before becoming the Continuous Improvement Manager, Tom Butler occupied several significant positions at Woodward, Inc. From 2010 to 2012, he was part of the SAP Integration Team. Prior to this, he was the Development Program Manager from 1999 to 2001. Additionally, Tom served as the Global Account Manager for an extended period, from 1997 to 2010. Early in his tenure at Woodward, he worked as a Contracts Specialist from 1997 to 1998.
Early Career at Sundstrand
Tom Butler worked at Sundstrand Advanced Technology Group for 11 years before joining Woodward, Inc. During his time there, he held various positions, contributing to the company’s advancements in technology and innovation.
Educational Background
Tom Butler earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Colorado State University, where he studied from 1982 to 1986. Additionally, he obtained another Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Rockford University in 1970. He later pursued a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Business Management, Accounting, and Finance at Rockford University, also completed in 1970.
Contributions to Woodward, Inc.
Tom Butler has made notable contributions during his time at Woodward. He played a key role in the Lean journey, helping to overcome significant obstacles and boost team performance. Furthermore, he was instrumental in developing a new facility, which is 95% complete and represents a considerable investment in infrastructure and personnel.