Gary Gallion
About Gary Gallion
Gary Gallion is the Quality Director at Asurion, with extensive experience in quality assurance and manufacturing processes.
Current Title and Position
Gary Gallion currently holds the position of Quality Director, TLC at Asurion, located in Smyrna, Tennessee. He has been with the company since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing quality assurance processes and ensuring that products and services meet specified quality standards.
Past Professional Experience
Gary Gallion has held multiple leadership positions in quality assurance throughout his career. Before joining Asurion, he worked at Eaton in various roles, including Director of Quality Assurance for the Controls & Protection Division, the Circuit Protection Division, and Bussmann UL Electrical. His tenure at Eaton spanned from 2012 to 2018, covering both the Greater St. Louis Area and Ellisville, MO locations. Prior to Eaton, he served as Quality Engineering Manager at Plexus and Assistant Director of Supplier Quality at PACCAR. Earlier in his career, he held positions at American Trim, Globe Motors, and ArvinMeritor, where he served in various capacities including Supplier Quality Engineer and Continuous Improvement Specialist.
Education and Qualifications
Gary Gallion earned an MBA in Administration from the University of Washington's Michael G. Foster School of Business, graduating in 2010. He also holds a BBA in Administration from Belmont University, completed in 2000. Additionally, he studied Journalism at the University of Evansville. His educational background is complemented by extensive training and qualifications in quality systems and advanced quality planning techniques.
Quality System Expertise
Gary Gallion possesses extensive expertise in developing quality systems. He is well-versed in ISO/TS 16949 and ISO 9001 standards and experienced in employing advanced quality planning techniques such as Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), and Advance Product Quality Planning (APQP). His proficiency in these areas has been instrumental in his roles across various industries.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills
Gary Gallion has an in-depth understanding of a variety of manufacturing processes, including powder metal, injection molding, electronic assembly, welding, and metal stamping. He utilizes Six Sigma methodologies and Lean Manufacturing principles to drive quality improvements. Additionally, he is experienced in lead auditing to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations. His skillset is further amplified by a passion for mentoring and developing quality professionals across all experience levels.