Executive Profiles

Wayne L. VanTassell

Quality Leader

Pilkington Metal Finishing

With the addition of Wayne VanTassell to the Pilkington Metal Finishing team in 2005, the company has gained substantial credibility through many rigorous accreditations. These include the prestigious Nadcap certifications of Aerospace Quality Systems, Chemical Processing, NonDestructive Testing, and Heat Treating.

Wayne brings 30 years of business and engineering experience to Pilkington including a background in operations and quality management within aerospace, military, semiconductor, automotive, and chemical processing industries. For five years prior to Pilkington, VanTassell was the Quality Director for Williams International.

By understanding the importance of strict process, Wayne has implemented numerous systems for Pilkington according to specification and regulatory compliance. This translates to consistency and trust to elite companies like Boeing.

Wayne recieved a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Brigham Young University. VanTassell is also certified SIX SIGMA Black Belt and completed Lean Manufacturing training.

Wayne enjoys being with his family, gardening, and instrumental/vocal music. He is also a member of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir.