Garrett Warrilow

About Garrett Warrilow

Director of Operations in GMP manufacturing, leading $3B in annual revenue and a workforce of ~400.I build reliable, data-informed operating systems that improve safety, quality, cost, and delivery through clear value streams and disciplined execution.My work emphasizes root cause, process design, performance data, automation, and targeted training, resulting in sustained output growth and multi-million-dollar cost improvements.I operate at the intersection of strategy and day-to-day execution, using data to clarify priorities, guide decisions, and strengthen site performance while developing capable, accountable teams.

Experience

1. Director, Value Stream Operations

   Zoetis

   Mar 2025 — Present

   Lead Operations, MES, and Operations Compliance organizations totaling 400+ employees, with end-to-end accountability for safety, quality, delivery, and cost across a $3B GMP-regulated manufacturing operation.•Doubled Simparica Trio packaging OEE, expanding effective capacity from 500K to 1M blisters per week by strengthening standard work, capability development, and execution rigor within a highly regulated environment.•Delivered >$22M in sustainable annualized cost savings through productivity improvements, waste elimination, and efficiency initiatives aligned with network financial and supply objectives.•Designed and deployed a site-wide training strategy and digital process confirmation system, materially improving GMP compliance, audit readiness, and inspection outcomes while reinforcing operational accountability.•Executive sponsor for $120M in Annex 1 capital program, ensuring compliant design, operational readiness, and long-term capacity expansion aligned to enterprise growth strategy.

Education

• Western Michigan University

  Graduate Certificate

• Western Michigan University

  Master of Arts (MA)

• Western Michigan University

  Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

• Western Michigan University

  Double Bachelor's of Science

Skills

• Coordinating Events
• Social Studies
• Performance Management
• Program Management
• Statistical Data Analysis
• Organizing
• Public Speaking
• Adobe Captivate
• Travel
• Work/Life Balance
• Database Management
• Internet
• Behavior Management
• Scholarly Research
• Team Leadership
• Backpacking
• Managing Groups
• Mathematics Education
• International Education
• Project Coordination
• Hiking
• Report Writing
• Educational Technology
• Teaching
• Time Management
• Program Development
• Spreadsheets
• Managing Others
• Project Planning
• Leadership Development
• Learning Management Systems
• Curriculum Design
• Volunteer Engagement
• Computer Based Instruction
• Customer Service
• Instructional Design
• Project Collaboration
• Microsoft Office
• Research Design
• Video Editing