Ed Kemmerling

Senior Lean Transformation Expert

Ed Kemmerling has over 25 years of manufacturing leadership experience, and over 15 years of lean transformation experience. He was responsible for the monitoring and alignment of Ford Production System (FPS) Lean Six Sigma Manufacturing implementation at more than 40 Ford facilities worldwide.

He has led and implemented Lean Six Sigma System transformation activities since 1996, and is presently associated with Dr. Jeffrey Liker as a Senior Lean Transformation Expert, Coach, Mentor and Consultant.

Ed has been very successful in driving change and results at a number of facilities. At Caterpillar’s Aurora Facility, he developed a process that engaged the entire workforce in the Caterpillar Production System. He mentored Black Belts and Master Black Belts at the location. The result was a 35% improvement in less than one year.