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Industry 4.0 Team

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Steve Helminen

Program Manager Team Lead, Manufacturing Performance

Steve leads the Industry 4.0 initiatives at MMTC, guiding small and medium-sized manufacturers in adopting smart manufacturing technologies that drive innovation, efficiency, and competitiveness. With more than a decade of experience in manufacturing, Steve has worked alongside teams at all levels to help businesses optimize their operations.

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Robert Scipione

Manufacturing Services Director

As MMTC’s Manufacturing Services Director, Bob Scipione oversees the teams responsible for delivering training and consulting services to Michigan manufacturers, as well as MMTC’s internal operations team. He works with small and medium-sized companies to strengthen their operations through quality management, Lean practices, leadership development, and advanced manufacturing technologies.

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Chuck Werner

Manager Operational Excellence/Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt

Chuck Werner has been with the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center since July 2016. His areas of expertise are in Lean, Six Sigma, Industry 4.0 and Quality.

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