Creative Solutions for Your Digital Needs
Explore innovative ideas and personal projects by Ryan Lantz.
Creative Solutions for Your Digital Needs
Explore innovative ideas and personal projects by Ryan Lantz.
About Ryan Lantz
Who I Am
Hi—I’m Ryan Lantz, a lifelong problem‑solver who gets equal joy from streamlining a production line as I do carving fresh powder on a weekend ski trip. Over the past 30 years in engineering and operations, I’ve led multidisciplinary teams in continuous improvement, automation, maintenance, purchasing, and machine‑shop operations—always with the same guiding principle: make things better today than they were yesterday.
What I Do
- Engineering Leadership – Spearhead large‑scale capital projects, integrate cutting‑edge automation, and drive Lean / Six‑Sigma initiatives that boost throughput and slash downtime.
- Operational Excellence – Align processes from storeroom to shipping, reduce waste, and turn data into action—raising OEE and lowering cost per unit.
- Team Empowerment – Mentor technicians, engineers, and machinists to become creative problem‑solvers who own their results.
- Strategic Partnerships – Negotiate with suppliers, forge long‑term vendor relationships, and champion sustainable growth strategies.
Why I Do It
I believe great products start with great processes—and great processes start with people who feel inspired to innovate. Whether I’m optimizing a PLC program or brainstorming a new training module, my goal is to build systems that help people—and companies—thrive.
Life Beyond the Plant
When I’m not in steel‑toed boots, you’ll find me skiing or snowboarding with my family, tinkering with AI‑driven fitness apps, or volunteering at local community events. Those experiences remind me that the work we do in industry isn’t just about output; it’s about building memories together—the same idea behind my personal tagline.
Let’s Connect
If you’re passionate about elevating operations, championing new technology, or just swapping ski stories over coffee, I’d love to hear from you. Together, we can build smarter processes, stronger teams, and lasting memories.