John Kaikis

National Business Development @Fagor Arrasate S. Coop

Louisville, KY, US
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WORK HISTORY

Mar 2023 — Present

National Business Development @Fagor Arrasate S. Coop

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Louisville, KY, US

As a part of the Business Development Team in North America I am fortunate enough to engage customers looking to find solutions to their most challenging Heavy Stamping and Fabrication projects. Working closely with our dedicated team of experienced engineers we are able to custom design the best methods and machinery for optimal productivity. Whether it is a complex multi-press High Speed Tandem Press Line, a Press Hardening Cell, Blanking, Automation or fabrication, we have the solution that is right for your company and your product.

SKILLS

Engineering ManagementProgram ManagementSupply Chain ManagementAutomotiveBusiness Process ImprovementProcess EngineeringContinuous ImprovementSix SigmaLean ManufacturingOperations ManagementKaizenEquipment Specification and DesignMachine ToolsStampingEngineeringMetal FabricationRoot Cause AnalysisBlack BeltProject ManagementInjection MoldingFmea5sManufacturingCross-Functional Team LeadershipValue Stream MappingProcess ImprovementManufacturing OperationsGemba KaizenDmaicSupplier SourcingManufacturing EngineeringDesign for ManufacturingLeadershipProduct DevelopmentManufacturing Operations Management

ABOUT JOHN KAIKIS

With more than 40 years of experience in the manufacturing and metal forming industry, I currently lead Business Development for stamping and bending lines in the United States at Fagor Arrasate, supporting customers in the automotive and home appliance sectors. Before joining Fagor Arrasate, I spent over 12 years at GE Appliances, holding several leadership roles in advanced engineering, metal stamping, and automation. As Director of Tooling and Automation, I led the strategic development of in-house manufacturing capabilities, driving innovation in automation, injection molding, and high-performance stamping processes. My time at GE strengthened my ability to connect technical expertise with strategic direction, managing cross-functional teams and continuous improvement projects that enhanced efficiency, quality, and competitiveness across manufacturing operations. Throughout my career, I’ve built a strong technical and commercial background that allows me to bridge the gap between engineering and business. My goal is to deliver solutions that are technically sound, economically efficient, and fully aligned with each customer’s objectives. I take pride in working with global teams to provide high-quality, innovative, and reliable manufacturing systems.

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