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| Ron Hill Joins Big Dog Motorcycles | ||
| Big Dog Motorcycles, the leading designer and manufacturer of high performance, highly-styled heavyweight cruisers, has named Ron Hill its Quality Assurance Manager, expanding the OEM’s quality control team to eleven. Hill is charged with managing the team as it focuses on improving the company’s inspection procedures, techniques, and effectiveness. Hill, a member of the American Society for Quality, brings twenty years of quality control and assurance experience. Prior to joining Big Dog Motorcycles, Hill most recently worked as an analyst and quality control engineer for Cessna Aircraft, a leading manufacturer of business jets. In addition, Hill’s impressive career path has also seen him work at the Boeing Corporation, Bombardier Aerospace, and Bausch & Lomb. Within all of these companies, Hill was integral in quality issues and implementing quality control systems and techniques which will prove invaluable as Big Dog Motorcycles continues to solidify its position as the leading custom cruiser manufacturer. Dustan Hahn, Chief Technical Officer, Big Dog Motorcycles, announced the appointment of Ron Hill to this newly created position. “A sharp focus on quality control is paramount to ensure Big Dog Motorcycles enjoys continued success in building bikes the public seeks and industry praises,” said Hahn. “Combine Ron’s firm grasp of quality control and managerial skills with his education, certifications, vision, and experience, and there is no question he will be a huge asset in making this happen,” he added. Hill’s experience is expected to be particularly valuable as the country’s second largest American V-twin motorcycle manufacturer continues to design more exclusive parts and components, seek additional vendors, and increase motorcycle production. Hill holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, a Master of Science in Management, and has earned numerous well-respected certifications. About Big Dog Motorcycles Big Dog Motorcycles, LLC, started production in 1994 and quickly became a leading designer and manufacturer of American heavyweight custom cruiser motorcycles. The company’s entire line of six motorcycles uses high-performance V-twin 107 or 117 cubic inch engines, 6-speed transmissions, stretch tanks, wide tires, chrome components, and an extensive variety of custom paint colors and graphics. The 2004 line also includes new Big Dog Motorcycles custom-designed electronics, hand controls, foot controls, mirrors, air cleaner cover, coil cover, and other components, propelling the company to OEM status. The company’s motorcycles are distributed through nearly one hundred dealers throughout the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii – eight are Big Dog Motorcycles branded dealerships. Designing and manufacturing is performed at the company’s 175,000 square-foot world headquarters in Wichita, Kansas. With over 300 employees, the company has enjoyed nine consecutive years of record sales and is celebrating its tenth anniversary. For more information, contact Big Dog Motorcycles at 316-267-9121 or visit the new, comprehensive website at www.bigdogmotorcycles.com | ||