Kara S.
Senior Director of Operations @Ring Container Technologies
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Director of Operations @Ring Container Technologies
Lead multisite operations across 6 plastics manufacturing sites, aligning production capabilities with customer requirements and business growth objectives.Support the deployment and execution of automation strategies to strengthen competitive advantage, boost operational efficiency, and streamline production processes.Foster a culture focused on continuous improvement by building high-performing teams that deliver measurable improvements in key performance indicators (e.g. safety, quality, OEE, and cost).
EDUCATION
Michigan Technological University
Bachelor of Science
Davenport University
Master of Business Administration - MBA
ABOUT KARA S.
Solution-focused Executive with 20+ years of global leadership experience building high-performing teams and driving operational excellence across Manufacturing, Engineering, R&D, Project Management, and Supply Chain. I\'ve led transformative initiatives at Amway, Mead Johnson, BISSELL, and Ring Container Technologies—gaining deep experience in the home care, personal care, food, nutrition, devices, and plastics (PET/HDPE) industries. My career has included developing consumer-centric products, launching multi-million-dollar capital projects, implementing Lean systems across global sites, and leading cross-functional teams that position organizations for sustainable growth. These efforts have consistently delivered measurable improvements across key performance indicators—including safety, cost, quality, efficiency, and delivery. I hold an MBA, a Bachelor\'s in Chemical Engineering, and a Green Belt certification. I bring a people-first mindset to every challenge, with a passion for developing talent, building collaborative cultures, and creating environments where individuals thrive and drive exceptional business results. Widely recognized for authentic, transparent, and empathetic leadership, I focus on empowering teams, fostering accountability, and aligning strategy with execution. By centering on people, process, and business performance, I’ve helped organizations become stronger, more agile, and better prepared for future growth.
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