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I’m Bob Wallner, and I have over 30 years of experience in manufacturing across New England.

After graduating from Westfield State University in 1993, I began my career in Procurement and spent the next 11 years driving Supply Chain Management in the aerospace and defense industries. While I appreciated the experience, I sensed a greater opportunity waiting for me.

In 2002, I was introduced to the revolutionary “Kanban” scheduling method. This approach was transforming manufacturing by reducing inventory levels and enhancing fulfillment rates. Intrigued, I dedicated the following four years to understanding lean manufacturing and the Toyota Production System.

In 2006, I boldly embraced a Lean Facilitator role that challenged me with less pay and increased stress, yet provided a unique opportunity to learn from a team directly recruited from Toyota.

Since that pivotal decision, I have committed myself to helping organizations improve their processes.

My hands-on experience with the Theory of Constraints, Six Sigma, and Lean methodologies, along with becoming a TWI Job Instruction trainer, has empowered me to drive significant improvements in various settings.

In 2011, I found a remarkable mentor—a Six Sigma Black Belt—who encouraged me to experiment and taught me the value of reflection and critical questioning. This practice has become a cornerstone of my approach.

In 2014, I innovated my personal growth by adopting “Personal Hoshin Planning,” which has significantly influenced my decision-making. A transformative choice came in 2017 when I returned to school at the age of 46 to earn my Master’s in Lean Manufacturing from Kettering University, finishing with a 3.98 GPA.

As I look to the future, I will continue honing my reflection and critical thinking skills. My passion lies in empowering current leaders and guiding the next generation toward success. Thank you for taking the time to learn about me—I look forward to connecting with you!