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MicroCare Welcomes Lu Anne Green as the New Chief Operating Officer
January 9, 2024 | MicroCare, LLCEstimated reading time: 2 minutes
MicroCare is pleased to announce the appointment of Lu Anne Green as the Chief Operating Officer (COO). With a history of excellence in manufacturing and operational leadership, she brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this pivotal position. Green’s impressive career spans multiple industries, and she has consistently demonstrated a commitment to quality and efficiency in manufacturing and operations.
Green's background includes notable roles such as Chief Operating Officer at ELG Alloys, Principal at a Private Wholesale Food Distributor, and Senior Vice President of Global Operations at ICU Medical. Her skill set includes LEAN, Six Sigma, quality control, systems integration, profit & loss management, supply chain optimization, contract manufacturing, inventory reduction, global sourcing, logistics, and multi-site operations. Green's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute and an MBA in Business Administration and Management from Western New England University.
As the newly appointed COO at MicroCare, Green will play a vital role in the company's ongoing commitment to manufacturing excellence and operational efficiency. She will be responsible for overseeing all manufacturing operations across MicroCare's Connecticut-based operating locations, with a focus on planning and prioritizing customer, employee, and manufacturing requirements. Green's experience in developing and implementing processes to improve operational performance, strengthen customer and vendor relationships, and mitigate health, safety, and environment risks will be invaluable in her new role.
In her capacity as Chief Operating Officer, Green will also collaborate closely with the executive team to develop and optimize organizational capabilities in alignment with the company's strategic objectives. Her expertise in supply chain management, global sourcing, and contract manufacturing will contribute to MicroCare's ability to meet its performance targets and drive manufacturing and operational capabilities to match sales activity.
Commenting on this appointment, Tom Tattersall, MicroCare CEO, said, "We are thrilled to welcome Lu Anne Green to the MicroCare team as our Chief Operating Officer. Her experience in various industries and her track record of implementing LEAN, Six Sigma principles, and quality control measures will be instrumental in further elevating our manufacturing and operational capabilities. We are confident that Lu Anne's expertise will help us deliver even better solutions to our customers and continue our commitment to excellence.”
With Lu Anne Green's appointment as the Chief Operating Officer, MicroCare is poised to enhance its position as a leading provider of manufacturing solutions in its industry. Her leadership will contribute significantly to the company's growth and operational success, and she will be a key member of the MicroCare senior executive team.
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