Industry 4.0 Team

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 Manager

As MMTC’s Manufacturing Services Manager, Bob is dedicated to driving advancements in Michigan manufacturing, leading the effort to assist small to medium-sized manufacturers in applying quality management systems, Lean manufacturing and transactional tools and techniques, executive coaching, leadership skills and Industry 4.0 manufacturing technology solutions.

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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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