Stephen Batts

Stephen Batts is an experienced professional in production and quality management, currently serving as Production and Quality Manager at Oxford Lasers Ltd since November 2014, overseeing the design, manufacture, and testing of micromachining and imaging laser systems while ensuring health and safety protocols. Prior experience includes roles as NMR Operations Manager at Agilent Technologies, where Stephen developed a world-class NMR product line, and Production/Projects/Lean Manager at Varian, Inc., managing a large team following a company acquisition. Stephen started as Programme Project Manager at Magnex Scientific Ltd, facilitating the company's transition to world-class manufacturing, and earlier held the position of General Manager at Tryst Engineering Ltd, steering a sub-contract engineering firm. Educational qualifications include a degree in Manufacturing Engineering and Management from Loughborough University, alongside various engineering certifications.