Joe Sharp
About Joe Sharp
Joe Sharp is a Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer specializing in Paint and Graphics at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in managing paint departments and specializes in various substrates, including steel and plastic.
Work at Harley-Davidson
Joe Sharp has been employed at Harley-Davidson Motor Company since 2006, where he currently holds the position of Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer in the Paint & Graphics department. His tenure at Harley-Davidson spans over 18 years, with a focus on managing paint departments in a non-union environment. He transitioned to his current role in 2017, after serving as a Manufacturing Engineer in the Paint department for 11 years. His responsibilities include providing production support for various painting processes, including pretreatment, e-coat, and powder coat.
Previous Experience at MetoKote Corporation
Before joining Harley-Davidson, Joe Sharp worked at MetoKote Corporation as a Powder Coat Unit Manager from 1998 to 1999. This role contributed to his expertise in powder coating processes, which he later applied in his work at Harley-Davidson. His experience in managing paint operations has been instrumental in his career development in the manufacturing engineering field.
Education and Expertise
Joe Sharp earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Religion and Philosophy from Olivet Nazarene University, where he studied from 1981 to 1986. His educational background complements his technical expertise in advanced manufacturing engineering, particularly in paint processes. He specializes in working with various substrates, including steel, plastic, and aluminum castings, and has extensive knowledge of handling 2k liquid paint on plastic substrates.
Management and Production Support Skills
Joe Sharp has significant experience in managing paint departments with multiple shifts. He has provided production support for various painting processes, including pretreatment, e-coat, and powder coat on stampings and tubing weldments. Additionally, he has managed a small business unit that provided tier 1 and tier 2 paint support to the heavy truck manufacturing industry, showcasing his ability to oversee complex manufacturing operations.