VMAC, a provider of compressed air innovation, has named Rafael Marcao as director of enterprise excellence. He brings significant lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience to VMAC and has earned a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt from Caterpillar in Brazil.

“Rafael Marcao is a valuable addition to VMAC’s senior leadership team and will be instrumental in further developing our Lean organizational strategy,” said Brent Johnston, VMAC’s CEO. “Rafael will develop and implement strategies to improve overall enterprise efficiency and manufacturing capacity to support growth while fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.”

Marco’s Background in Technology & Business

Marcao holds a technologist degree in industrial automation, a post-graduate degree in lean manufacturing engineering (Six Sigma), and an executive MBA. VMAC said Marcao is well-suited to lead its further development of Lean as an overall organizational strategy focused on delivering increased value to VMAC’s customers.

"I’m excited to join VMAC and collaborate with its talented teams to develop a cohesive lean strategy across all departments," said Marcao. "Lean is traditionally production-focused, but I aim to extend this mindset throughout the entire company. VMAC is primed for continuous improvement success because the coworkers embrace new ideas and constantly challenge the status quo."

Originally from Curitiba, Brazil, Marcao moved to Canada, starting in Greater Vancouver, BC, and eventually settling in Nanaimo, home to VMAC’s 44,000-square-foot manufacturing facility.

“Nanaimo offers an excellent work-life balance,” Marcao shared. “Everything is closer, easier to access, and less crowded. Whether rock climbing, dirt biking, hiking, or enjoying a day at the lake, it's all within easy reach.”

VMAC: A Well-Respected Workplace

VMAC has been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, Best Workplaces in Canada, and is Great Place to Work Certified. VMAC said it employs a diverse group of people who work together to deliver innovative mobile compressed air products and technology. VMAC offers careers in:

• Assembly

• Fabrication

• CNC machining

• Electrical and mechanical engineering

• Sales and marketing

• Finance

• Supply chain

• Management