Helen Forrest

Helen specialises in the tools and techniques of Lean Manufacturing.

She's also responsible for our Communications and our Training Portfolio.

Helen has a degree in Chemistry and a background in plant manufacturing. Prior to joining Innoval she worked as a Process Improvement Engineer specialising in the tools and techniques of Lean Manufacturing which she now employs in her work with our extrusion clients.

If you’re interested in any kind of training, Helen’s the person to contact as she curates and manages our training portfolio. This includes the successful Aluminium Rolling Technology Course, alongside a host of other public and bespoke courses.

Alongside Gary Mahon, Helen developed Innoval’s unique approach to knowledge management: K-Maps. She now works with our clients to create and deliver tailor-made knowledge maps.

Helen is also responsible for the promotion of the company and its services, including managing the content of our website and social media feeds. She holds a Prof. Diploma in Marketing.

Specialities

  • Lean Manufacturing tools & techniques
  • Knowledge Management
  • Marketing Communications
  • Business Development

Articles by Helen Forrest.

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Not just aluminium; optimising steel rolling
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Why manufacturing needs Knowledge Management
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6S is just cleaning up, isn’t it?
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Material Flow Analysis: a simple approach
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The fastest wheels on earth
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Alloy and Temper Designations
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