Frank Turner

Oversaw Vinyl, Metals, and Composite quality and product engineering teams, transitioning North American operations into a single organization. Led projects that achieved 83% year-over-year growth and eliminated nearly $2.5 million annually in invisible waste.

Developed and deployed AS13100 quality management system across the entire division, auditing facilities and managing gap closures. Developed and implemented divisional APQP procedures and training modules.

Managed general aviation and DOD quality management system requirements, deploying an aggressive KPI reduction plan to achieve Zero Defect. Improved leading quality indicators by 20% within six months and reduced Annual PPM by 67% within three months.

Led Quality, Operations, and New Model Development/engineering teams, improving IATF audit findings from 16 majors to 3 minors. Directed continuous improvement efforts resulting in over $1 million in savings from four projects.

Managed and approved over $2 billion of tooling and 250 supplier relationships, ensuring the highest quality within the automotive industry. Led 28 NPD engineers and served as the final stage gate approver for all supplier new model development projects.

Led new model development engineering team supporting North American Centralized New Model developments for 13 platforms. Coordinated cross-functional design/drawing reviews with suppliers and plant engineering to ensure design for manufacturability.

Managed supplier quality improvement projects to enhance quality, efficiency, and cost targets. Provided engineering and technical support for the Powersports division.

Developed SQDC targets and deployed actions to ensure all KPIs were met within the East Liberty frame plant. Played a key manufacturing leadership role.

Completed a Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on Mathematics. This program provided a strong foundation in analytical and problem-solving skills.