Julie Lawson

Julie Lawson is a Safety Manager based in the Greater Macon area, currently serving at Fouts Bros Inc., where she leads safety and training initiatives in a specialized manufacturing environment that upfits chassis into emergency and service vehicles. With a strong focus on OSHA instruction, safety compliance, and workforce development, she is responsible for building and sustaining a strong safety culture grounded in practical systems, employee engagement, and continuous improvement. Her leadership style emphasizes accessibility, collaboration, and empowering employees to take ownership of safe work practices.
With over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and supply chain operations, Julie has built a diverse career spanning purchasing, production management, quality engineering, value stream management, and continuous improvement. Her professional background includes leadership roles at companies such as Andersen Windows and Doors and Trojan Battery Company, where she drove efficiency, process optimization, and lean manufacturing initiatives across multi-shift operations and complex production environments. She has consistently been recognized for her ability to improve systems, strengthen operational performance, and adapt leadership approaches to different teams and challenges.
Julie holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership from Point University and has earned the APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) credential. She is known for her servant leadership philosophy, commitment to developing others, and openness to feedback as a tool for growth. Throughout her career, she has also contributed to community and volunteer initiatives, reflecting her belief in service, integrity, and continuous learning as core values that guide both her professional and personal life.

• Certified Supply Chain Professional
• Certified Purchasing Manager

• Point University - BS