Anna Fender

Background

About Anna Fender

I’m a quality-driven operations leader with over 25 years of experience in regulated manufacturing environments, including ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485 settings. I specialize in building and optimizing Quality Management Systems, leading cross-functional teams, and aligning operational strategies with business goals. As Director of Quality at Climax Portable Machining & Welding Systems, I’ve led company-wide initiatives to strengthen compliance, drive continuous improvement, and reduce defects through data-driven quality programs and robust root cause analysis. My background spans quality assurance, procurement, engineering project management, and production — giving me a holistic understanding of the manufacturing ecosystem. I’m passionate about transforming challenges into scalable solutions, mentoring high-performing teams, and collaborating across departments to improve customer satisfaction and product reliability. Core Strengths: • Quality Systems & Compliance (ISO 9001, ISO 13485) • Root Cause Analysis & Corrective Action (RCCA) • Procurement & Supply Chain Strategy • KPI Development & Performance Optimization • Cross-Functional Leadership & Team Building • ERP Integration | Lean | Continuous Improvement Let’s connect — I’m always open to discussing ways to elevate quality, streamline processes, and build operational excellence.