James Wathen
About James Wathen
James Wathen serves as the Corporate Advanced Supplier Quality Lead at Faurecia in Auburn Hills, Michigan, a position he has held since 2017. He has extensive experience in quality engineering, having previously worked at Nifco America Corp. and Hyster-Yale Group.
Work at Faurecia
James Wathen has held the position of Corporate Advanced Supplier Quality Lead at Faurecia since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing supplier quality processes and ensuring compliance with industry standards. His tenure at Faurecia spans seven years, during which he has contributed to various quality assurance initiatives. Prior to his current role, he worked as a Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer at Faurecia from 2015 to 2017, where he focused on maintaining supplier quality and implementing corrective actions.
Experience at Nifco America Corp.
James Wathen worked at Nifco America Corp. in multiple roles. He served as a Supplier Quality Engineer from 2013 to 2015, focusing on quality assurance processes. Before that, he was an APQP Engineer at Nifco from 2012 to 2013, where he was involved in Advanced Product Quality Planning. His experience at Nifco provided him with a solid foundation in supplier quality management.
Current Role at Hyster-Yale Group
Since 2018, James Wathen has been employed as a Quality Engineering Supervisor at Hyster-Yale Group in Berea, Kentucky. In this capacity, he supervises quality engineering activities and ensures that products meet quality standards. His role involves leading teams and implementing quality improvement initiatives within the organization.
Education and Expertise
James Wathen studied at Eastern Kentucky University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology from 2004 to 2008. He also obtained an Associate of Arts and Sciences in CAD/CADD Drafting and Design Technology during the same period. Currently, he is pursuing a Master's degree in Applied Engineering Management at Eastern Kentucky University, which he began in 2021. His educational background supports his expertise in quality engineering and supplier management.