Todd E. Miller

Forward-thinking Process Engineer with 30+ years of experience in process design and establishing manufacturing routines. Known for great time management, effective multitasking and detail-oriented planning.

Proven ability to work with managers, operators, engineers, maintenance, internal builders, and vendors to research, design, and implement new manufacturing equipment, tooling, Appropriation Requests, and process improvements. Led or have participated on more than 140 Kaizen teams, in addition to providing support and being the lead on additional projects. As a Production Leader I was responsible for the hiring and managing of the people in my area. My experiences includes being a Certified CI Team Leader for SKB and 2P, Certified CI Team Trainer for SKB and 2P, Certified CI Team Sponsor, Certified Effective Problem Solver, and Problem-Solving Coach.

Pella Corporation Innovator of the Year Award Winner

Pella Corporation 2021 Epic Award Winner

Pella Corporation 2022 Epic Award Winner

Pella Corporation 2023 Epic Award Finalist

In 2024 instrumental in the implementation of four new Kardex machines. A high density VLM system.

Worked on implementing the 4 new Kardex (VLM) machines and apps to run them. Worked on the RFID expansion along with Visix and Mojix systems. Involved in several areas where Voice 2 Pick was implemented. (Doors, hinge Handles, Bifold Hardware, Slider Handles) Door Plant lead in the DP50 and MTO projects (2012 Innovator of the Year) Worked on implementing the first stain pre-finish line at Pella. Developed a large part of the Architect Hinge Manufacturing Plan. Lead the 2P teams & followed through with the design and installation of several slab in-lines. Set up the Geetings warehouse to hold and store our vendor management inventory. Lead the 2P for designing and implementing our first IG line in the Door Plant. Have created standard work documents for all final lines and sub-assembly areas in Door Plant. Facilitator on the Designer Casement Line #1 when Value Add was brought to the line and helped in reaching the goal of 500 units on 1st shift.

Award given to the group that implemented the largest break through project in all of the Pella Corporation sites.  Our project was making all of our hinge door frame parts as Made to Order (MTO) which saved thousands of dollars of inventory, steady pull from the Lumber Plant all while assuring higher quality parts.

• Led many standard work events on the final assembly lines and parts making cells.
• Led 2P events in developing slab in-lines, IG lines, Pre-finish Cells and new layouts.
• Completed AR’s and responsible for ordering and bringing in the equipment and materials.
• Leader and Sub-leader for multiple Door Plant and Logistics Value Stream Mapping Events and Planning and Review Sessions.
• Provide support for lean manufacturing initiatives to help Department Managers and operators make daily improvements in their areas.
• Identify project opportunities, evaluate, recommend, and justify the procurement of equipment, and implement process changes to safely and efficiently manufacture high quality products to meet customer needs.