Lemarechal Franck
About Lemarechal Franck
Franck Lemarechal serves as the NAO FCM FES Director at Faurecia, a position he has held since 2020. He has extensive experience in lean management and has worked in various leadership roles across the automotive industry, including significant positions at Valeo and Faurecia.
Current Role at Faurecia
Lemarechal Franck currently serves as the NAO FCM FES Director at Faurecia, a position he has held since 2020 in Auburn Hills, Michigan. In this role, he is responsible for managing the FES culture specifically for the NAO clean mobility division. His leadership focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
Previous Experience at Faurecia
Franck has held multiple roles at Faurecia, including FES Director from 2011 to 2014 in the Greater Detroit Area and Acting Plant Manager in Toledo, Ohio, for three months in 2020. He also served as NAO FES Director for training and coaching from 2014 to 2019. His extensive experience at Faurecia highlights his expertise in lean management and operational leadership.
Career at Valeo
Before joining Faurecia, Franck worked at Valeo in various capacities, including Industrial Manager, Operations Manager, and Industrial Director for the NAFTA region. His tenure at Valeo spanned from 1996 to 2010, during which he gained significant experience in managing operations across different locations, including France and the United States. His roles involved overseeing production and implementing lean management practices.
Education and Training
Franck studied at INSEAD and completed a Valeo training course, enhancing his skills in management and operations. He also holds an Engineer's degree in Mechanical and Production from Ecole nationale d'Ingénieurs de Tarbes, which he obtained from 1988 to 1993. His educational background supports his extensive experience in the automotive industry.
Background in Lean Management
Lemarechal Franck has extensive experience in lean management, having held multiple FES director roles at Faurecia since 2011. His focus on operational excellence and efficiency has been a key aspect of his career, particularly in his roles that involved managing the FES culture and implementing lean principles across various facilities.