Michelle Thomas
About Michelle Thomas
Michelle Thomas serves as the Fabrication Team Lead at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, a position she has held since 1997. With over 27 years of experience at the company, she has progressed through various roles including Press Team Lead, Operations Planner, and Assembler.
Work at Harley-Davidson
Michelle Thomas has been with Harley-Davidson Motor Company since 1997, serving in various roles over her 27-year tenure. She currently holds the position of Fabrication Team Lead. Prior to this role, she worked as Press Team Lead from 1997 to 2018, where she managed operations related to press processes. Additionally, she served as an Operations Planner from 2000 to 2011, overseeing planning activities. Her experience also includes a position as a Receiving Specialist for 10 months in 2011-2012, and as an Assembler from 1997 to 2000.
Career Progression
Michelle Thomas has demonstrated a steady career progression at Harley-Davidson Motor Company. Starting as an Assembler in 1997, she gained hands-on experience in manufacturing processes. She advanced to the role of Operations Planner in 2000, where she was responsible for coordinating operational activities. Her leadership skills were further recognized when she became Press Team Lead in 1997, a position she held for over two decades. Currently, as Fabrication Team Lead, she oversees fabrication operations, reflecting her extensive experience in the company.
Roles and Responsibilities
In her current role as Fabrication Team Lead at Harley-Davidson, Michelle Thomas is responsible for managing the fabrication processes within the manufacturing environment. This includes overseeing team performance, ensuring quality standards, and optimizing production efficiency. Her previous roles, such as Press Team Lead and Operations Planner, have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of manufacturing operations, allowing her to effectively lead and support her team in achieving production goals.
Experience in Kansas City
Michelle Thomas has spent her entire career at Harley-Davidson Motor Company in Kansas City, Missouri. Her various roles within the company have provided her with a deep understanding of the local manufacturing landscape. From her early days as an Assembler to her current leadership position, she has contributed to the company's operations in Kansas City for over two decades, reflecting her commitment to the organization and the community.