Craig Holmes
About Craig Holmes
Craig Holmes is a Business Unit Manager at Navistar Inc, with over 25 years of experience in operations and manufacturing leadership. He has held various roles in notable companies, including Joy Global and Trinity Industries, and is certified in Six Sigma methodologies.
Current Role at Navistar
Craig Holmes serves as the Business Unit Manager at Navistar Inc, a position he has held since 2022 in San Antonio, Texas. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing operations and ensuring that business objectives are met. His extensive background in manufacturing and operations management supports his leadership in this capacity.
Previous Experience at Navistar
Holmes has a significant history with Navistar Inc, having held multiple positions over the years. He worked as Plant Manager at the Garland Assembly Plant from 2011 to 2012 and as Assistant Plant Manager from 2005 to 2009 in Chatham, Ontario. Additionally, he served as CME Quality Manager from 2003 to 2005 and as Director of Operations for International Truck Specialty Centers from 2012 to 2013.
Career Background
Before his current role, Craig Holmes held various positions in the manufacturing sector. He was the Operations Director at Joy Global for four months in 2014 and served as Sr. Director of Operations at Trinity Industries, Inc. from 2014 to 2016. His experience also includes working at Dynacraft, A PACCAR Company as Assistant Plant Manager from 2017 to 2020, and at NC2 Global as Operations from 2010 to 2011.
Education and Certifications
Craig Holmes earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Honours Industrial Engineering from the University of Windsor, studying from 1989 to 1994. He also achieved Six Sigma Black Belt Certification through Six Sigma Consultants, Inc., which underscores his expertise in process improvement methodologies.
Expertise in Operations Management
Holmes possesses over 25 years of experience in operations management, specializing in assembly operations, quality management, and industrial engineering. He is recognized for his hands-on approach and expertise in process improvement methodologies, particularly Six Sigma and Lean, which are essential for effective operational leadership.