Jason Adams
About Jason Adams
Jason Adams is a Senior Mechanical Resident Engineer at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in quality engineering and continuous improvement, with a strong focus on aligning engineering processes with customer satisfaction.
Current Role at Harley-Davidson
Jason Adams currently serves as a Senior Mechanical Resident Engineer at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on delivering engineering solutions that align with the Voice of the Customer, emphasizing customer satisfaction. His responsibilities include bridging the gap between product engineering and manufacturing, ensuring effective communication and collaboration within the organization.
Previous Experience at Harley-Davidson
Adams has a substantial history with Harley-Davidson Motor Company, having worked in various roles over a span of 19 years. He served as a Product Quality Lead from 2016 to 2019, a Senior Continuous Improvement Specialist from 2013 to 2016, and a Supplier Quality Engineer/Project Engineer from 2000 to 2011. Additionally, he held the position of Supply Chain Quality Engineering Lead from 2011 to 2013, contributing to quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
Education and Certifications
Jason Adams earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering Technology from Penn State University, completing his studies from 1991 to 1995. He furthered his education by obtaining a Lean Manufacturing Certificate from the University of Michigan in 2014. Additionally, he holds several certifications from the American Society for Quality, including Certified Quality Engineer, Certified Six Sigma Greenbelt, and Certified Calibration Technician. In 2019, he achieved the Red X Journeyman Certificate from Shainin - The Red X Company.
Expertise in Engineering Processes
Adams possesses extensive expertise in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), which is vital for ensuring precision in motorcycle production. His strategic mindset allows him to lead change effectively, aligning engineering objectives with organizational goals. He is committed to ethical improvement solutions, focusing on sustainable changes that benefit the organization and enhance overall quality.
Experience at Sony
Before his tenure at Harley-Davidson, Jason Adams worked at Sony as a Purchasing Research & Development Engineer from 1995 to 2000. This role contributed to his foundational knowledge in engineering and quality assurance, which he later applied in his various positions at Harley-Davidson.