Daniel Yoder
Vice President of Operations & Purchasing
Kennedy Tank and Manufacturing Co., Inc.

Daniel Yoder is the Vice President of Operations and Purchasing for Kennedy Tank and Manufacturing Co., Inc.

Dan started at Kennedy Tank in 2016 as an estimator.  He took over production scheduling in 2017 and was promoted to Scheduling & Efficiency Coordinator.  Dan helped lead the company’s digital transformation including Power BI and Power Apps, and has since been promoted to Vice President of Operations & Purchasing. 

Dan has served as the Emerging Leaders Committee Chairman. He was awarded with the Patrick Kennedy Leadership Award in 2024.

Sessions

Technology in Practice: Member Stories From the Shop Floor

Presented by Brian Cooper, Daniel Yoder in Crystal Ballroom at 11:15 AM on Tuesday, September 22nd.

This roundtable discussion will highlight how STI/SPFA members are using technology to improve operations, address workforce challenges, and support future growth. Members will share real-world examples of tools and innovations they have explored or implemented, including artificial intelligence, welding arms, automation, software, and other technologies. The discussion will provide an opportunity to exchange lessons learned,…

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