Lisa Leno

Manufacturing Engineering Manager @Harsco Rail

Columbia, SC, US

Direct and develop a team of 18 engineers across quality, process, and industrial disciplines to deliver on operational and strategic goals.• Champion lean manufacturing principles, standard work, and visual management tools to foster a culture of operational excellence.• Balance and allocate resources to execute 12 A3 projects and 54 “Just Do It” initiatives, driving measurable improvements in quality and efficiency metrics.• Accountable to senior leadership for departmental KPIs for scrap reduction, change management compliance, and project execution performance.• Oversee development, documentation, and optimization of manufacturing processes to ensure scalability, repeatability, and regulatory compliance.• Lead cross-functional projects to implement engineering changes, resolve production issues, and support on-time delivery.• Ensure all manufacturing processes and documentation align with industry standards including ISO 9001, IRIS, and AAR requirements.• Plan and manage budgets for engineering projects and capital expenditures, aligning investments with strategic operational goals.

Assumption University

MBA, Business Management, Leadership

Johnson & Wales University

ASEE- not complete, Electronics Engineering

Assumption University

B.B.A/M, Business Administration and Management, General