GM Names Gerald Johnson to Lead North America
Manufacturing

DETROIT – General Motors appointed Gerald Johnson as North America
Manufacturing Vice President effective July 1. He will lead a team of
more than 74,000 employees who work in 56 facilities including assembly,
stamping, powertrain and component operations in the United States,
Canada and Mexico.
“Gerald’s proven leadership, experience and passion for product quality
will serve him well in this role,” said Tim Lee, GM vice president,
Global Manufacturing and president, GM International Operations. “He
leads by example as a mentor and strong communicator, engaging his full
team to ensure we build only the best for our customers.”