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David Parsley is an Assistant Professor in the Fujio Cho Department of Engineering Technology at the University of Kentucky, where he also serves as Director of Undergraduate Studies for the Lean Systems Engineering Technology program and holds the Toyota Engineering Technology Faculty Fellow appointment. His academic career spans roles including Industry Extension Specialist and Lean Systems Program Instructor at the Institute of Research for Technology Development (IR4TD). He holds a Ph.D., M.S., and B.Sc. in Mechanical and Manufacturing Systems Engineering, all from the University of Kentucky.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Kentucky
- M.S. in Manufacturing Systems Engineering, University of Kentucky
- B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Kentucky
Research interests focus on Lean Manufacturing integration with Industry 4.0, sustainability challenges in production systems, healthcare process optimization, and engineering education innovation. His work emphasizes structured problem-solving methodologies, model area development, and overcoming implementation barriers in lean systems.
Advising and grants: No explicit student advisees listed, but his roles involve curriculum development and program leadership. His industry collaborations include supporting organizations in lean transformation through IR4TD's True Lean Systems Program.
Labs/Teams: Active contributor to the True Lean Systems Program, focusing on lean certification, operational problem-solving frameworks, and digitalization initiatives in manufacturing.
