Process


Is your operation running as efficiently and effectively as it could be? Are your quality systems setting you up for long-term success?

When your processes run smoother, your whole business benefits. At Catalyst Connection, we help manufacturers improve productivity, eliminate waste, and build more efficient operations—without overcomplicating the solution. Whether you’re looking to start Lean, improve flow, or build a culture of continuous improvement, our team is ready to roll up our sleeves and work alongside yours.

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Lean Manufacturing Solutions

From the shop floor to the front office, we offer customized solutions to streamline operations, improve quality, and drive long-term success. These include:

  • Lean Manufacturing Implementation
    Lean isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a practical approach to making your operations more efficient, cost-effective, and customer-focused. We’ll help you spot and eliminate waste, reduce downtime, and build workflows that support long-term success.
  • Value Stream & Process Mapping
    Want a clear view of how work moves through your facility? We map out your current state and identify the roadblocks and inefficiencies holding you back—so you can improve throughput, reduce lead times, and streamline every step.
  • Continuous Improvement Programs
    Small changes can lead to big results. We help you create a culture of continuous improvement by empowering your team to solve problems, test new ideas, and drive progress every day.
  • Training Within Industry (TWI)
    Improve frontline performance with proven TWI methods. We provide structured, hands-on training in Job Instruction (JI), Job Methods (JM), and Job Relations (JR) to boost productivity, standardize work, and strengthen leadership on the shop floor.
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Quality Management Systems

Make quality part of your process—not just an end result. At Catalyst Connection, we help manufacturers embed quality into every step of their operations, from the shop floor to final delivery. Our Quality Management Services are designed to reduce errors, improve consistency, and build long-term customer confidence.

Whether you’re working toward ISO 9001 certification, looking to strengthen internal audits, or trying to get to the root of recurring issues, we bring practical tools and experienced guidance to help you get there.

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Supply Chain Optimization & Supplier Scouting

From sourcing materials to delivering finished products, your supply chain is the backbone of your business. At Catalyst Connection, we help manufacturers streamline supply chain operations to improve visibility, reduce costs, and strengthen supplier relationships—so you can stay agile, competitive, and prepared for disruption.

But we don’t stop at strategy. Through our Supplier Scouting Opportunities, we connect you with qualified domestic suppliers who can meet your specific material, component, or production needs. Whether you’re responding to a supply chain gap, reshoring production, or seeking a second source, our team works to identify vetted U.S.-based suppliers that align with your requirements.

Whether you’re trying to lower lead times, minimize risk, or meet new customer demands, our supply chain experts can help you build a more responsive, resilient system—while supporting domestic manufacturing.

Meet the Team

Craig Wilson

Craig Wilson

Managing Director, Quality/Process Improvement