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Dan Wahlstrom

Operations and Systems Consulting

Kocer Consulting + Engineering, PLLC

Dan has over 25 years of in-depth experience and knowledge in directing, managing, and improving manufacturing operations and systems. Dan has worked across many industries including machinery OEM, food, agriculture, automotive, nuclear, transportation, signs, wood products, and construction.

Dan is very adept in analyzing and diagnosing issues, developing substantiated solutions, and managing change.  Dan is a strong leader with excellent manufacturing management skills and can step in on short notice as an interim GM, Director of Operations, Production Manager, or VP operations.


Education

  • M.S. in Engineering Management, Washington State University
  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Washington State University
  • Vocational degree in Diesel and Heavy-Duty Mechanics from South Seattle College
  • Certificate in Data Analysis and has two design Patents
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
  • Certified ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor

Professional Affiliations

  • Center for Advanced Manufacturing Puget Sound
  • Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers
  • Society of Manufacturing Engineers

Subject Expertise

  • Leadership Training
  • Managing Change in Operations
  • Design Engineering
  • Interim Management
  • Facility Planning, Move Planning, and Plant Layout
  • Analysis and Discovery of Operational Improvements
  • Lean Six Sigma Training and Facilitation
  • ISO 9000 Certification
  • ERP Systems Requirements, Selection, and Implementation