Jack Jonozzo Jr
About Jack Jonozzo Jr
Jack Jonozzo Jr. serves as the Chief Engineer of Advanced Manufacturing at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, a position he has held since 2017. With extensive experience in engineering and manufacturing, he has contributed to various roles at Harley-Davidson and Ford Motor Company over his career.
Current Role at Harley-Davidson
Jack Jonozzo Jr has served as Chief Engineer - Advanced Manufacturing at Harley-Davidson Motor Company since 2017. In this role, he oversees global manufacturing operations, which include vehicle assembly, powertrain assembly, and internal fabrication processes. He leads a team of over 20 engineers and personnel, ensuring efficient production and quality standards are met. His responsibilities also involve providing guidance to the CEO on potential NHTSA concerns as part of the Recall Investigation Committee.
Previous Positions at Harley-Davidson
Jack Jonozzo Jr has held multiple positions at Harley-Davidson Motor Company prior to his current role. He worked as Strategic Planning Manager - Project & Process Engineering from 2003 to 2008, Central Engineering Manager from 2002 to 2003, and Engineering Manager - Tank & Fender Fabrication from 2000 to 2002. Additionally, he served as Fabrication Manager - Advanced Manufacturing from 2011 to 2014 and Mfg. Project Director - Advanced Manufacturing from 2014 to 2017. His extensive experience at Harley-Davidson spans various engineering and management roles.
Experience at Ford Motor Company
Before joining Harley-Davidson, Jack Jonozzo Jr worked at Ford Motor Company in several engineering roles. He was a Dimensional Control Engineer from 1993 to 1996 and a Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Body Closures from 1996 to 2000. He also completed a Manufacturing Engineering Co-op from 1988 to 1993. His tenure at Ford provided him with a solid foundation in manufacturing engineering and dimensional control.
Education and Qualifications
Jack Jonozzo Jr studied at G.M.I. Engineering & Management Institute, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) with a focus on Automotive Applications from 1988 to 1993. This educational background has equipped him with the technical knowledge and skills necessary for his engineering roles in the automotive industry.
Professional Contributions and Oversight
In his current and previous roles, Jack Jonozzo Jr has contributed to significant initiatives within the automotive sector. He has been involved in five new facility start-ups and one relocation throughout his career. As a member of the Patent Review Committee, he assesses global patent filings, and he finalizes decisions on vehicle and component improvements as part of the Value Engineering Director Review.