Patrick Slaats
About Patrick Slaats
Patrick Slaats is the General Manager at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, a position he has held since 2015. He has extensive experience in various roles within the company, including Lean Production Systems Manager and Purchasing Manager, and holds an MBA from Concordia University.
Current Role at Harley-Davidson
Patrick Slaats serves as the General Manager at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he oversees various operational aspects of the company, contributing to its strategic direction and management. His extensive experience within the organization allows him to leverage his knowledge in production systems and product development.
Previous Positions at Harley-Davidson
Patrick Slaats has held multiple positions at Harley-Davidson Motor Company. He worked as a Lean Production Systems Manager from 2010 to 2012, focusing on improving efficiency in manufacturing processes. Following that, he served as Purchasing Manager - Product Development from 2012 to 2014, and as Director of Product Development Purchasing Programs from 2014 to 2015. His earlier roles included Process Lead for Paint, Injection Molding, and Diversified Products, as well as Area Manager Process Lead for Powertrain Assembly.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Slaats holds an MBA from Concordia University, which he completed between 2000 and 2005. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology - Manufacturing Management from the University of Wisconsin-Stout from 1995 to 1999. Additionally, he obtained a certification in Lean Manufacturing from the University of Michigan in 2010, enhancing his expertise in process improvement and operational efficiency.
Background in Manufacturing
Patrick Slaats has a strong background in manufacturing, having worked in various roles that emphasize process improvement and production management. His career at Harley-Davidson began in 2005 as a Manufacturing Group Lead, where he gained foundational experience in the industry. Over the years, he has developed a comprehensive understanding of manufacturing operations, which he applies in his current role.