Joe Rich

Joe Rich has a wealth of experience in various leadership roles within the manufacturing industry. Joe most recently served as the VP of Operations at the Meadville Forging Group. Prior to that, they were the General Manager at OE Quality Friction, where they not only designed and guided the startup of a brake manufacturing facility but also managed all aspects of the business.

Before their time at OE Quality Friction, Joe Rich served as the Vice President of Supply Chain Management at Vista-Pro Automotive, where they were responsible for various areas such as distribution centers, transportation, demand planning, purchasing, and engineering. During their tenure, they successfully reduced freight costs by $3 million.

Earlier in their career, Joe Rich was the General Manager at Magna International, where they oversaw the startup and operation of a facility supplying automotive parts for the Chrysler plant. Joe also had an extensive tenure at Johnson Controls, where they served as the Plant Manager/Director of the largest battery facility in the world, transforming it into a low-cost producer within the company and receiving the distinction of Best Plant for three consecutive years.

Overall, Joe Rich's experience showcases their expertise in operations management, facility startup, supply chain management, and leadership in the manufacturing industry.

Joe Rich's education history includes attending Murray State University, although there is no information regarding the start or end year, degree name, or field of study.