Commercial Vehicle Group Announces New Director of Quality
NEW ALBANY, Ohio, Aug. 17, 2006 -- The Commercial Vehicle Group announced today that Fred Pippen has been promoted to the position of director of quality for CVG Americas.
In this role Pippen will be responsible for overall quality systems management, directing supplier quality management and development, supporting emerging market supplier identification and development, and coordination of CVG America's customer quality liaison support.
Prior to joining CVG (Trim Systems) in 2000, Pippen spent 17 years in roles of increasing responsibility with Cummins Engine Company and General Motors.
"Like CVG, Fred is totally committed to an organizational culture where world class quality is paramount. He has proven time and time again that he is the right person to take CVG to the next level in customer satisfaction and product superiority," said Jerry Armstrong, president, CVG Americas.
Pippen holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and attended the Executive MBA Program at Purdue University. In addition, he has training in Six Sigma Black Belt and has attended the Kaizen Institute of North America- Lean Manufacturing.
About Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc.
Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. (CVG) is a leading supplier of fully integrated system solutions for the global commercial vehicle market which includes heavy-duty (Class 8) truck, construction, agriculture, specialty and military transportation markets. Our Electrical/Mechanical Division (EMD) manufacturers and assembles mirrors, wiper systems, electronic wire harness and panel assemblies. Our Interior Systems Division (ISD) manufactures and assembles suspension seat systems and interior trim systems (including instrument panels, door panels, headliners, cabinetry and floor systems). Our Engineered Vehicle Structures Division (EVSD) manufactures complete cab structures, sleeper boxes, body panels and structural components for the commercial vehicle and automotive industries.
CVG is headquartered in New Albany, OH with operations and divisions throughout North America, Europe and Asia.
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