Todd Prettyman

About Todd Prettyman

Experienced manufacturing quality leader with a passion for building robust systems, solving complex problems, and delivering consistent, high-performance results.I specialize in Quality Management Systems (QMS), multi-site operations, and advanced manufacturing processes. Throughout my career, I’ve led successful product and plant launches, driven root cause investigations, and championed continuous improvement efforts that strengthened quality and reduced variability.I have deep experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, control plans, and measurement systems — all grounded in a hands-on, data-driven approach. Whether developing layered process audits or deploying corrective actions, I focus on practical solutions that align with operational goals and elevate customer satisfaction.Known for cross-functional collaboration and calm leadership in high-stakes environments, I strive to create cultures where quality is owned by everyone — not just the quality team.

Experience

1. Director of Global Quality

   Gibson, Inc.

   Oct 2023 — Present · Nashville, TN, US

Education

• West Liberty State College

  Aviation Science, Professional Pilot Program

  1990 — 1994

• West Virginia University

  Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering

  1996 — 1998

Skills

• Ppap
• Apqp
• Fmea
• Ts16949
• Supplier Quality
• Root Cause Analysis
• Tps
• Problem Solving
• Cmm
• Metrology
• Gd&T
• Gages
• 8d Problem Solving
• 5 Why
• Kpi Reports
• Stamping
• Quality Management
• Quality Control
• Toyota Production System
• 5s
• Spc
• Kaizen
• Value Stream Mapping
• Quality Assurance
• Continuous Improvement
• Quality System
• Iso/Ts 16949
• Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
• Production Part Approval Process (Ppap)