Jared Emard

Jared Emard serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Management at Oregon Institute of Technology's Klamath Falls campus. A native Oregonian and Oregon Tech alumnus, he integrates 15+ years of industry experience in process improvement, production management, and inventory control into his teaching methodology.

His academic foundation includes an MBA from Southern Oregon University where he achieved the program's highest recorded score on the ETS Major Field Test. Professional development spans ISO 9000 quality systems certification and structured Job Instruction Training implementation.

Mr. Emard's expertise centers on operational excellence through Lean Manufacturing principles, with demonstrated success in 5S workplace organization, inventory reduction initiatives, and cross-functional Kaizen events. His construction industry background and business startup participation provide students with practical perspectives on small business management and project execution.

Professional recognition includes:

• Highest ranking for ETS Major Field Test in MBA program at Southern Oregon University

As an active community member, he contributes to Southern Oregon's business ecosystem while mentoring students in real-world operations challenges through Oregon Tech's industry partnerships.