SmartPlug Systems, a manufacturer of safety-focused power delivery products for RVs, boats and specialty vehicles, has added Andrew Lankford as a quality assurance engineer. The company has also moved to a larger facility, which increases its manufacturing footprint by 40 percent.
Lankford was brought in to support SmartPlug’s quality policy and leverage his experience in lean manufacturing and knowledge of ISO 9001 standards. Lankford has led numerous Kaizen events and has a great understanding of “design for manufacturing.” He holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Bellevue College.
“Andrew has the unique ability to observe and assess a production line and offer immediate solutions on how to improve its efficiency, quality control and ergonomics, while reducing waste,” said SmartPlug CEO Tony Barber. “We’re excited to have him on our team and look forward to him helping us bring SmartPlug to the next level of manufacturing.”
The company’s new facility affords additional production and assembly space to parallel increased product demand from both OEMs and aftermarket outlets.
Made in the U.S.A., the SmartPlug replaces traditional twist-type AC power connections. Offered in 16A, 30A, 32A and 50A, the innovative plug and inlet design reduces electrical resistance and overheating to provide a safer and more efficient electrical delivery, the company said.
