Erik Larson

Erik Larson is a seasoned professional in engineering and operations management, currently serving as the Director of Operation Engineering at YETI since March 2014, where responsibilities include overseeing global manufacturing, validation, and lean engineering. Prior roles at YETI encompassed Senior Manager positions in Supply Chain Engineering and Engineering Program Management, focusing on optimizing manufacturing processes and product delivery. Erik's experience includes a background as a Sustaining Engineer at Gerber, developing over 100 new SKUs, along with quality assurance efforts to enhance supplier performance. A strong foundation in manufacturing engineering was established through internships at Thermon Manufacturing, CFAN, and other organizations. Erik holds a Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering from Texas State University, earned in 2009.