Mike Yorke

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Materials Supervisor at THK Rhythm Automotive

St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Overview

With over two decades at General Motors, Mike is a seasoned automotive production leader specializing in lean manufacturing and propulsion systems. He now applies his expertise as a Materials Supervisor at THK Rhythm Automotive. He holds an Associates degree from Seneca College.

He has a demonstrated interest in enterprise resource planning and global logistics, following companies like SAP and JAS Worldwide.

Unique Fact: He led the complex production launch for the Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT) system at General Motors.

Personality Overview

Believer

Relationship Oriented

Informal

Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions.  They excel at seeing the bigger picture, and the long-term impact of their decisions. They are naturally enthusiastic, so take their promise with a pinch of salt.

Topics They Care About

Lean Manufacturing
A core expertise listed in his professional headline and demonstrated through skills like 5S and continuous improvement in all his leadership roles.
Automotive Propulsion
Has extensive, hands-on experience leading production for critical powertrain components, including V6/V8 crankshafts and multiple transmission systems.
Production Launch
Successfully led the entire launch of the DCT transmission at General Motors, from equipment installation and testing to process validation.

Media Appearances

Mike has no verified media appearances

Work History

12-2024
Materials Supervisor at THK Rhythm Automotive
4-2024 - 12-2024
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor at THK Rhythm Automotive
3-2023 - 4-2024
Area Leader GF6 / DCT Tranmission at General Motors
5-2021 - 3-2023
Production Launch Lead/Area Leader DCT Tranmission at General Motors
3-2020 - 5-2021
Area Leader V6/V8 Crank at General Motors

Education

Associate's degree from Seneca College

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Insights For Selling To Mike

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use adjectives like ‘amazing’, ‘coolest’, ‘unbelievable’ etc.
  • Invite them for a lunch or a drink/coffee
  • Be friendly and entertaining in your conversation

DONT's

  • Don’t assume a yes just because they have not said no
  • Don’t be excessively objective, be a storyteller
  • Avoid ifs and buts, don’t talk too much about the risks etc.

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Mike is

  • Relationship and trust can be vital with them, sometimes more than anything else.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Mike

  • They are unlikely to say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Mike move?

  • They are not the fastest decision makers, their friendly approach can give false positive signals.
  • Can Mike take some risk or not?

  • They can take certain risks that are unlikely to have personal consequences.

You And Mike

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