Michael Edmunds
About Michael Edmunds
Michael Edmunds serves as the Vice President of Motorcycle Operations and Chief Quality Officer at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, a position he has held since 2023. He has extensive experience in operations and quality management, having previously worked in senior roles at WiTricity and Bose Corporation.
Current Role at Harley-Davidson
Michael Edmunds serves as the Vice President of Motorcycle Operations and Chief Quality Officer at Harley-Davidson Motor Company. He has held this position since 2023 and operates primarily in the Charleston, South Carolina Metropolitan Area, with remote work capabilities. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing motorcycle operations and ensuring quality standards are met throughout the production process.
Previous Experience at WiTricity
Before joining Harley-Davidson, Michael Edmunds worked at WiTricity as the Senior Vice President of Global Operations and Quality. His tenure lasted from 2022 to 2023, where he focused on enhancing operational efficiency and quality assurance within the organization, based in Watertown, Massachusetts.
Career at Bose Corporation
Michael Edmunds held multiple roles at Bose Corporation over a span of eleven years. He served as the Director of Global Supply Management and Corporate Quality from 2011 to 2013. He then advanced to Vice President of Manufacturing and Global Supply Chain from 2013 to 2022. His responsibilities included managing supply chain operations and ensuring product quality across various manufacturing processes.
Background in Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation
Michael Edmunds worked at Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation in various capacities from 1998 to 2006. His roles included Product Line Management, Plant and Supply Chain Management, and Lead Manager for Elastomeric Gaskets and Modules. His experience in this company spanned eight years, during which he contributed to supply chain optimization and product management.
Education and Expertise
Michael Edmunds earned a Bachelor's of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from Clemson University, where he studied from 1987 to 1992. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Indiana University Fort Wayne, completing his studies from 1999 to 2001. His educational background supports his expertise in operations and quality management.