Bruce Priestley
About Bruce Priestley
Bruce Priestley serves as the Global Stamping Process Lead at Ford Motor Company, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in the automotive industry, with expertise in various quality and process improvement methodologies.
Work at Ford Motor Company
Bruce Priestley has held multiple roles at Ford Motor Company since 2001. He currently serves as the Global Stamping Process Lead and North American Stamping Process Leader, positions he has held since 2018. His responsibilities include overseeing stamping processes within the 6 Sigma Building in Dearborn, Michigan. Prior to his current roles, he worked as a Warranty Recall Prevent Specialist from 2006 to 2007 and as a VOQO Black Belt from 2005 to 2006. Additionally, he has experience as a QOS Life Cycle Coach since 2015 and as a QOS Assembly Coach & Auditor from 2001 to 2004.
Education and Expertise
Bruce Priestley earned a Bachelor of Science degree with a double major in Psychology and Sociology from Eastern Michigan University, studying from 1974 to 1978. His educational background complements his extensive expertise in manufacturing engineering. He is skilled in various methodologies and tools, including DMAIC, Value Stream Mapping, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Quality Function Deployment (QFD), and ISO/TS 16949.
Background in Automotive Industry
Bruce Priestley has a robust background in the automotive industry, focusing on manufacturing engineering. His career at Ford Motor Company spans over two decades, during which he has developed a strong operations background. His roles have involved quality assurance and process improvement, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of automotive manufacturing processes.
Professional Roles and Responsibilities
Throughout his career at Ford Motor Company, Bruce Priestley has undertaken various professional roles that emphasize quality and process improvement. His current position as Global Stamping Process Lead involves leading stamping processes, while his previous roles have included coaching and auditing in assembly operations. His work in warranty recall prevention and as a black belt in vehicle operations quality further highlights his commitment to enhancing operational efficiency.