With 34 years of experience in manufacturing and machining – including 5 years as a mechanical engineer – Michael Kaufman brings a wealth of expertise to his role. He joined Performance Solutions in 2020, initially working maintenance, before advancing to Production Supervisor, and ultimately becoming the General Manager.
Michael offers over 15 years of leadership experience and has played a pivotal role in driving operational excellence at Performance Solutions. Under his guidance, the company has implemented new machine processes to maximize runtime efficiency, resulting in measurable improvements in productivity, quality, and employee morale.
He is passionate about workforce development and launched a specialized training program to help employees connect their daily tasks with the broader production goals. This program focuses on training around specific components, giving employees insight into how their work contributes to the bigger picture. Additionally, Michael introduced regular roundtable meetings to foster open dialogue on continuous improvement and empower employees with a sense of ownership in their work.
Michael’s tenure has also seen the design and development of new tools and machinery to enhance operational efficiency while making processes more ergonomically friendly, demonstrating his commitment to both innovation and employee well being.