Jerod Brite

About Jerod Brite

Operations executive with over two decades of experience driving transformation across manufacturing, engineering, and quality. I’ve led multimillion-dollar P & Ls, optimized production systems for scale and precision, and developed high-performing teams that deliver measurable results—often ahead of schedule and under budget.My leadership philosophy blends clarity with accountability and a bias for action. Grounded in Lean and Six Sigma, I build operational cultures that thrive on continuous improvement, strategic alignment, and purposeful team empowerment. Whether enhancing output, reducing attrition, or elevating first-pass yields, I align tactical execution with long-range vision.Across industries—from aerospace to consumer products—I’ve been recognized for innovation, process excellence, and defect reduction. My strength lies in connecting the complexity of plant-floor performance to enterprise-level strategy, challenging the status quo while preserving core values.I work best in environments that value transparency, collaboration, and momentum. Operational excellence isn’t just a metric—it’s a mindset that permeates everything from supplier relationships to frontline leadership. That mindset is what continues to shape my approach to growth, impact, and transformation.Key Achievements: Delivered $750K in facility cost savings by identifying behavioral inefficiencies and executing targeted reduction strategies. Boosted machine uptime by 32% and improved finished goods capacity by 15% through proactive maintenance systems and Lean implementation. Reduced hourly attrition by 11% by cultivating strong teams and clarifying expectations—turning culture into a performance lever. Increased assembly throughput by 125% via 1-piece-flow and 5S integration, enhancing agility and scalability. Recipient of the CEO Award for Innovation Excellence for transformative impact on operational efficiency and quality. Elevated first pass yield from 70% to 97% within 6 months by redesigning inspection oversight and integrating standard work processes.⏱ Cut customer backlog by 98% and reduced on-floor inventory from 4,500 to pcs, streamlining responsiveness and floor space usage. Achieved $1.12M annual savings by reducing wind turbine gearbox defects 40% through analytical root cause methodologies.

Experience

1. Director of Operations

   Lasko Products

   Jan 2023 — Present · Franklin, TN, US

   Campus Operations Leader | Full-Spectrum Facility Oversight | Cross-Functional ExcellenceDirected end-to-end operations for a major multi-functional campus, overseeing safety, manufacturing, HR, quality, purchasing, logistics, maintenance, and engineering across 1.2 million sq. ft. of warehouse and distribution space. Led a 350+ member team with full P&L accountability for a $34M operating budget. Delivered $13.5M in successful CAPEX cost-out initiatives, driving operational efficiency and long-term value. Partnered closely with the Executive Leadership Team to challenge the status quo, championing continuous improvement and cultivating a culture of innovation across all support functions.

Education

• Tarrant County College

  Associate of Arts, Business

• Tarleton State University

  Bachelor of Science, Applied Science - Business Administration

• Tennessee Technological University

  Master of Professional Studies, Strategic Leadership