Overview

This month’s featured guest on “The Lean Catalyst” is: John McKnight, President, Dayton Parts, a Dorman Products Company

In this dynamic, one-hour interview series, we will bring together like-minded CEOs who have successfully embraced Lean thinking to drive exceptional results. Through captivating conversations, we delve into their remarkable achievements, uncovering the strategies, insights, and practical wisdom that have propelled their organizations forward. Each interview features an in-depth interview with a distinguished CEO who has demonstrated extraordinary leadership in leveraging Lean principles. It’s a great opportunity for sharing experiences, strategies, and valuable knowledge that others can apply to their own leadership journeys.

In this dynamic, one-hour interview series, we will bring together like-minded CEOs who have successfully embraced lean thinking to drive exceptional results. Through captivating conversations, we delve into their remarkable achievements, uncovering the strategies, insights, and practical wisdom that have propelled their organizations forward. Each interview features an in-depth interview with a distinguished CEO who has demonstrated extraordinary leadership in leveraging lean principles. It’s a great opportunity for sharing experiences, strategies, and valuable knowledge that others can apply to their own leadership journeys.

John joined Dorman Products in 2019 as Senior Vice President of Global Operations and was later promoted to President of the Heavy Duty Aftermarket, Dayton Parts. Prior to Dorman Products, John was Chief Operating Officer for Morgan Corporation, a producer of truck and van bodies in North America. Prior to Morgan, John held positions of increasing responsibility in his career, including Divisional President roles at Colfax Corporation, as well as President and Vice President & General Manager roles at Danaher Corporation. John has experience in various industries, including Petrochem, Oil & Gas, Metals & Minerals, Aerospace & Defense, Material Handling, Industrial and Automotive, and Heavy Duty Trucks.

John has a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Industrial Engineering from Virginia Tech, and a Master of Engineering Management and an MBA from Northwestern University, Kellogg School of Management.