Ian H.
Director of IT at Metalworking Solutions
- Role
- Director of Information Technology at Metalworking Solutions
- Location
- Chattanooga, TN, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Ian H.
Ian Hardie is a forward-thinking technology and manufacturing leader focused on turning today’s constraints into tomorrow’s capabilities. With a career spanning manufacturing, IT, and business leadership, he has helped organizations grow revenue while evolving into scalable, technology-driven operations.His experience covers nearly every facet of sheet metal manufacturing, along with earlier work in business process outsourcing where he developed a strong foundation in leadership and systems thinking. Ian specializes in translating complex operational realities into practical, durable technical solutions—connecting shop-floor needs, data, and strategy.Currently, Ian is focused on applying AI inside real manufacturing environments. His work includes building conversational and automation layers over operational data using SQL, APIs, HTAs, MCP\'s, and Flask-based services, and designing modern internal tools that improve speed and decision-making without compromising accuracy or control. Equally important, he spends time thinking about the second-order effects of accessible tooling: security, governance, source of truth, and blast radius in a world where anyone can build what they need in minutes.Outside of work, Ian enjoys technology, the intersection of science and philosophy, writing lyrics, and music. He’s an avid listener, a developing guitarist, a competent drummer, and a believer that Dark Souls is a rite of passage.Ian is always open to thoughtful conversations about the future of manufacturing, applied AI, systems design, or music.Personality Insights:Predictive Index: VenturerDISC: D-75; I-67; S-53; C-39StrengthFinders: Input, Futuristic, Learner, Intellection, DeliberativeStandout Traits: Pioneer/CreatorWorking Genius: Invention/Discernment
Experience
Director of Information Technology
Jul 2025 — Present · Chattanooga, TN, US
Director of IT at Metalworking Solutions, where I design and maintain the systems that support growth, improve visibility, and keep operations running smoothly across multiple facilities. My work increasingly includes applying AI to automate workflows, surface insights from operational data, and build modern internal tools—while staying mindful of security, governance, and long-term maintainability.With a focus on sustainable growth, strategic planning, and scalability, I’m proud to support the people who keep our operation moving forward.
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