Fallon’s experience in his previous role at Rivian will support Stellantis’ ramp up of electric vehicle (EV) production.
Fallon’s appointment is part of Stellantis’ broader strategic moves to enhance its manufacturing capabilities in North America. This is seen as crucial for supporting the automaker’s push into the EV market, where it faces stiff competition.
In his previous role as vice president of manufacturing at Rivian, Fallon was involved in scaling up operations at the company’s factory in Normal, Illinois. This was during a period when Rivian was under significant pressure to meet production targets for its R1T and R1S models.
Before joining Rivian, Fallon spent over 16 years at Nissan, where he held several senior roles, including vice president of manufacturing at the Canton assembly plant in Mississippi. His understanding of production processes and his track record of driving operational excellence make him a valuable addition to Stellantis, especially as the company embarks on an ambitious electrification strategy.
His predecessor, Mike Resha, will transition to a global role overseeing Injection and Stamping Operations, marking another significant shift within Stellantis’ leadership aimed at strengthening its global manufacturing footprint.
The company has been restructuring manufacturing operations in the face of challenging market conditions for some of its brands. Stellantis recently announced it will cease production of the Ram 1500 classic at its Warren Truck Assembly Plant, refocussing operations there on Wagoneer SUV production.
Decline in demand for this vehicle has also impacted on other manufacturing sites, notably at the Trenton Engine Complex, which produces the V-6 Pentastar engines for Ram, Chrysler, and Jeep models. Production of these units will be paused while the company looks to “balance engine inventories”.
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