CCCK is pleased to announce the hiring of Benjamin Epp as our Lead Manufacturing Instructor for the Bradbury School of Manufacturing and Technology.
Benjamin brings extensive experience in manufacturing, engineering and continuous improvement. Throughout his career, he has worked in areas including machining, fabrication, assembly, quality, product development, Lean manufacturing and process improvement. He currently serves as Research and Development Lead Engineer at Plastics Extrusion Machinery in McPherson, where he leads and coaches engineers and supports new products from design through manufacturing, testing and commissioning.
Prior to his current role, Benjamin served as Continuous Improvement Manager and New Product Development Lead Engineer at Plastics Extrusion Machinery (PEM). He has also held manufacturing and quality engineering positions, giving him experience with production-line development, problem solving, process improvement and working closely with both engineering and production teams.
“Benjamin brings a strong blend of industry knowledge, hands-on experience, faith perspective, and a passion for helping others learn. We’re excited to have him join our manufacturing program and share that experience with our students.” — Cathy Brown, Provost
Benjamin holds a Master of Engineering Management from Kansas State University, as well as degrees in engineering technology, design technology and machining technology.
Please join us in welcoming Benjamin to our college community. We’re excited to have him on board and look forward to the experience and perspective he will bring to our students and our manufacturing program.
Central Christian College of Kansas (CCCK) is a four-year, private, Christ-centered institution located in McPherson, Kansas, committed to providing Christ-Centered Education for Character.
The Bradbury School of Manufacturing and Innovation (BSMI) at Central Christian College of Kansas is a workforce development initiative designed to prepare students for high-demand careers in modern manufacturing. BSMI offers industry-recognized certifications, an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Manufacturing Technology, and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Manufacturing Technology. Through hands-on education and multiple pathways to career preparation and advancement, BSMI equips students with the technical skills, practical experience, and professional foundation needed to succeed in today’s manufacturing workforce. The Bradbury School of Manufacturing and Innovation is supported by the Bradbury Family Foundation.