David Jolie
About David Jolie
David Jolie serves as the Vice President of Manufacturing at United Gilsonite Laboratories (UGL®), bringing extensive experience in manufacturing and operations management across various companies. He has a strong background in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and ISO standards, and has held leadership roles in multiple organizations over his career.
Work at United Gilsonite Laboratories
David Jolie has served as the Vice President of Manufacturing at United Gilsonite Laboratories (UGL®) since 2017. In this role, he oversees manufacturing operations, ensuring efficiency and quality in production processes. His leadership focuses on implementing best practices in manufacturing to enhance operational performance. UGL® is known for its commitment to quality and innovation in the construction and home improvement sectors.
Previous Experience in Manufacturing Management
David Jolie has held various significant roles in manufacturing management prior to his current position. He worked at John Deere as a Production Unit Manager from 1998 to 1999. Following this, he served as Operations Manager at Pyrotek from 1999 to 2007, and later as Division Manager & Director of Operations from 2008 to 2014. He also held the position of Focused Factory Manager at Metso Automation from 1995 to 1998 and was the Executive Director of Global Operations at Sunshine Minting, Inc. from 2014 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
David Jolie has a robust educational background in engineering and business management. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute from 1988 to 1992. He later achieved a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Strayer University from 2007 to 2009. Additionally, he studied Demand Flow Technology at JCIT International in 1999 and obtained a Six Sigma Green Belt from Villanova University in 2012.
Skills in Manufacturing Processes
David Jolie possesses extensive experience in managing a diverse range of manufacturing processes. His expertise includes CNC Machining, Plastic Injection Molding, Compression Molding, Extrusion, Casting, Fabrication, Assembly, Welding, and Sewing. He utilizes Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and ISO 9000-2000 standards to drive operational results, focusing on both high-volume and specialized engineered products.
International Business Relationships
David Jolie has established international business relationships and has experience managing operations within a multinational environment. His ability to build cohesive and motivated teams across various departments, including sales, operations, quality, engineering, product development, human resources, and supply chain, contributes to maximizing performance and achieving organizational goals.