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Jim Birt
Business Unit General Manager at Simco-Ion (Technology)
Jim Birt is a dynamic and high-performance Business and Operations executive with 25 years of experience in the high-tech industry across sectors like semiconductor, life sciences medical, hard disk drive, and solar.
He boasts a proven track record of developing top-notch cross-functional domestic and international teams and is a strategic thinker known for diving into details and solving complex problems with common sense and quality systems.
Jim is passionate about driving improvement by empowering employees to identify waste through lean thinking, leading to significant operational productivity gains.
He thrives on simplifying processes, driving change, enhancing the bottom line, and achieving operational excellence in organizations.
Jim Birt holds a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from Texas A&M University and has held various leadership roles in esteemed organizations like Simco-Ion, Sunpreme, Intevac, and Applied Materials, where he managed operations, lean thinking, quality, and business development across global markets.
Recruiters, HR managers, and hiring managers seek him out for his extensive network deep in industry leadership.
With a background that includes service in the US Navy and roles ranging from Process Engineer to General Manager, Jim brings a wealth of expertise in driving operational efficiencies and maximizing organizational productivity.
