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Fred Blessinger

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Operational Excellence Leader at General Motors
📍 Kokomo, Indiana, United States

Fred Blessinger is an Operational Excellence Leader at General Motors with over 25 years of experience in the automotive and electronics industries. A graduate of Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, he is an expert in process improvement, holding certifications as a Six Sigma Master Black Belt and a Shainin Red X Master.

Drawing from his past experience with organizations like the US Junior Chamber, Fred has demonstrated a commitment to community and civic contribution throughout his career. He has applied his leadership skills in both professional and volunteer settings.

During the pandemic, Fred led the initiative to convert a GM facility in Kokomo, Indiana, to produce critically needed ventilators, getting production ready within 30 days.

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Experience
25 Years
Current Role
Operational Excellence Leader
Job Level
Senior
Location
Kokomo, Indiana, United States
Personality Overview

How Fred shows up

Consensus Builder
Good Listener
Fair-minded

They are more likely to opt for solutions that are proven in the market. Unlike D or C types, they are calm as well as friendly and can give the impression of being more receptive than they actually are. Scenarios where both sides can come out as winners appeal to them greatly.

Priorities

Topics Fred cares about

Operational Excellence
As a leader in this field at General Motors, he has over two decades of experience implementing efficiency principles in factory settings.
Lean & Six Sigma
Holds Master Black Belt certifications in Six Sigma and Shainin Red X, indicating deep expertise in waste reduction and quality control methodologies.
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Career

Work history

4-2015
Operational Excellence Leader
General Motors
2009
Kokomo Semiconductor Operations Quality Manager
GMCH, LLC
Delphi Automotive
8 yrs 7 mos
1988 - 1996
Various
US Junior Chamber
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Education
1982 - 1986
Bachelor's degree
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
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Influence (I)

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