Simmons Names EVP of Operations
December 3, 2010
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In his new position, Baron reports to Gary Fazio, Simmons CEO, and is responsible for manufacturing, technical services and supply chain operations across the company’s 20 manufacturing facilities.
“Mark’s extensive background in LEAN manufacturing will help us to sharpen our focus on operations excellence and serve our retailers and customers in the best way possible,” Fazio said. “I look forward to his contributions as a member of the Simmons executive leadership team.”
Most recently, Baron was senior vice president of Hill-Rom Corp., a manufacturer and provider of medical technologies for the healthcare industry, where he served for nine years in various leadership roles in the United States and France. Prior to Hill-Rom, Baron was vice president, materials acquisition at Lockheed Martin Corp., and began his career in manufacturing at General Electric.
“I am honored to join Simmons and look forward to strengthening our leadership position in the industry through best-in-class manufacturing practices,” Baron said.
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