Clint Finlayson

Contact Information

Montana Manufacturing Extension Center
Office TBD
Kalispell, MT

Phone: (406) 897-3718

Email:clinton.finlayson@montana.edu

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About

Clint is a hands-on, results-driven leader with more than 20 years of experience in engineering, operations, and quality management. He’s led teams, managed complex projects, and helped organizations strengthen both customer and employee relationships through a commitment to continuous improvement.

Clint is passionate about adapting systems and processes to fit each company’s unique situation — creating practical solutions that truly work for the people who use them. He partners with manufacturing leaders to streamline operations, improve performance, and develop the kind of leadership that transforms both individuals and organizations beyond what they ever thought possible.

Expertise

  • Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001)
  • Leadership
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Problem Solving
  • Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
  • StrengthsFinder
  • Inventory Management Systems
  • Project Management

Education & Professional Background

  • M.A. Leadership Studies, Northwest University
  • M.S. Industrial & Management Engineering, Montana State University
  • B.S. Industrial Engineering, Montana State University

Professional Credentials

  • ASQ Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
  • Lead Auditor Certificate -- ISO 9001
  • SME Lean Bronze Certificate
  • 8D Problem Solving Trainer