Ann Playter

Ann Playter is an experienced quality manager and consultant with extensive expertise in manufacturing engineering and organizational leadership. Currently serving as the Quality Manager at Caliente, LLC, and President of both ATHENA International and AP Enterprises, LLC, Ann Playter provides consulting, support, and training to manufacturing facilities. Ann Playter's previous role as a Capital Finance Lead and Manufacturing Lead at General Motors involved optimizing capital investment for global product programs and overseeing quality standards in global paint operations. With a background in various engineering and management roles at General Motors, including Manufacturing Engineering Director and Body Shop Area Manager, Ann Playter has a proven track record in driving continuous improvement and managing large teams. Ann Playter holds a BS in Industrial Technology from Central Michigan University.