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Sunstone Circuits Appoints Kevin Beattie as New Production Manager
June 26, 2023 | Sunstone CircuitsEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Sunstone Circuits® is pleased to announce the promotion of Kevin Beattie to Production Manager. Beattie has an extensive and impressive 25+ year career in printed circuit board manufacturing, having spent time with both Sunstone Circuits and TTM Technologies. He brings valuable experience to the production manager position from process engineering, new process introductions, support of nearly every manufacturing process, and extensive knowledge of Continuous Improvement, ISO, IPC and various other industry requirements. Working with production teams and leading the charge in the name of improvement is what he does well.
"I'm truly honored to lead our team as we ramp up towards higher technology in PCB manufacturing. Together, let's embrace innovation, push boundaries, and create an incredible future in this exciting field." - Kevin Beattie
Matt Stevenson, Vice President of Sales/Marketing and Operations - "Kevin Beattie's outstanding contributions to Sunstone's quality assurance have been invaluable, and I have no doubt that he will excel in his new role as Production Manager. With his extensive knowledge and experience in the PCB industry, combined with his dedication to excellence, Kevin is the ideal candidate to lead our production team to new heights. I look forward to witnessing his continued success and the positive impact he will bring to Sunstone's production processes."
The role of Production Manager is a critical one in any manufacturing organization. This individual is responsible for overseeing the entire production process, from planning and scheduling to execution and delivery. They must ensure that production runs smoothly, efficiently, and within budget, while maintaining high levels of quality and safety standards. The Production Manager is also responsible for managing the production team, providing leadership, training, and support to ensure that employees have the tools and resources they need to perform their jobs effectively. Ultimately, the Production Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the organization's production goals are met, and products are delivered to customers on time and to their satisfaction.
Additional Content from Sunstone:
- The Printed Circuit Designer’s Guide to... Designing for Reality
- Connect the Dots, an I-Connect007 column by Matt Stevenson.
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