Lear, a global auto tech leader in Seating & E-Systems, enables superior in-vehicle experiences for consumers around the world. Making every drive better™.
Today, Lear reported record results for the first quarter of 2018. With our unique product capabilities in Seating and E-Systems and the continued convergence of the two segments, we’re extremely well positioned for future growth. Learn more here: .
Today, we welcome Ray Scott as Lear President and CEO. Ray’s dedication and passion for his work has played a pivotal role in transforming Lear into a world leader. We are proud to have him guide us into the future, and excited to see what we can accomplish under his leadership.
Employees at our trim plant in Tangier, Morocco, are making protective masks to help protect against
#COVID19
. We appreciate and applaud our teams around the world helping to fight this global pandemic.
#onelear
President & CEO Ray Scott and EVP & President of Seating Frank Orsini visited our facility in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. They experienced first-hand the health and safety protocols and procedures from our
#SafeWorkPlaybook
to help employees safely return to work.
#OneLear
Lear’s AccuMED division is producing thousands of protective masks at our facilities to help combat the
#COVID19
pandemic. We recently donated several shipments of these masks to the
@DMC_Heals
and
@CityofDetroit
for use by first responders.
#onelear
Last night, we proudly dedicated our Lear Innovation Center in Detroit to Matt Simoncini. Matt is a passionate advocate and fearless leader for Lear Corporation and the City of Detroit. We are pleased to celebrate his many achievements and wish him the best in the future.
Congrats to Vickie Piner, Global VP of Quality, E-Systems, on being named one of the 100 Leading Women in Automotive by
@Automotive_News
! Read more:
#ANLeadingWomen
Today, we released the 2nd edition of our
#SafeWorkPlaybook
with new content for integrating health and safety protocols into day-to-day operations to help protect employees and limit the spread of
#COVID19
. Learn more and download from our website:
After 6 years at the helm of Lear, we’re saying a fond farewell to the
@CrainsDetroit
Newsmaker of the Year and Lear CEO, Matt Simoncini. Thanks for your dedication and everything you’ve done for the global Lear family, Matt. We know we can expect great things in your retirement.
The Kaizen of Kaizens Award is given to the team that demonstrates commitment to improving efficiency. Congratulations to the Seating JIT Plant in Cacapava, Brazil. Your team emulates the Lear Mantra, Where Passion Drives Possibilities.
#ChampionsOfLear
“As Lear continues to grow, so does the importance of recruiting and retaining STEAM professionals in Michigan.” -Dave McNulty, Vice President of HR and Global Talent Acquisition
#choosemichigan
All over the world, the women of Lear came together to celebrate
#InternationalWomensDay
. These are just some of the many strong women who help make Lear a leader in diversity and progress.
Lear has been selected to supply key electrification technologies for
@GM
's Ultium global
#electricvehicle
platform, including our PACE Award-winning Battery Disconnect Unit, Intercell Connect Boards, and Wire Harnesses. Learn more:
#EV
As the fastest growing and most profitable seat manufacturer and a global leader in vehicle E-Systems architecture, Lear is in the strongest competitive position in our 100-year-old history.
Our AccuMED facility in Mocksville, N.C. is currently designing and developing full-face shield visors and is in production making protective masks to support the health care response to the
#COVID19
pandemic.
#onelear
#flattenthecurve
The Lear team is putting in the work to make our Thanksgiving Parade Float spectacular. We are excited for our “Focus on the Drive” Float to be unveiled Oct. 17
@ParadeCo
We invited our employees to our Seating facility in Flint, MI, for an open house to experience the health and safety procedures and guidelines outlined in our
#SafeWorkPlaybook
. Our goal is to ensure all our employees feel safe and informed when it is time to resume operations.
In Lear’s 100th year, we celebrated a century of successes, innovations, and the enduring dedication of our team members who continue to make an impact with Lear and lead us to new heights!
The
@WaspsRugby
team is getting an upgraded bench of custom seats we designed and built exclusively for them. Today, we are so proud to see the seats in all their glory. Fantastic job Lear team!
At Lear, remaining safe goes beyond the capabilities of our products. We are committed to safety & wellbeing of employees & their families. Today, our incoming CEO Ray Scott & Lear’s Jason Scott, GM’s Steve Kiefer, Joel Feldman, & Lear employees pledged to end Distracted Driving.
Kicking off our
#ChampionsOfLear
event with a Welcome Reception for all the category nominees at the Lear Innovation Center. Stay tuned tomorrow to find out the winners!
The LIV (Lear Innovation Ventures) Possibilities Award goes to the Valls, Spain Advanced Engineering Team for their electrification Innovation!
#ChampionsOfLear
President and CEO Ray Scott spoke with the
@DetroitChamber
at their COVID-19 Tele-Town Hall about the development of our Safe Work Playbook: "The more we can collectively work together to share best practices and knowledge in the industry, the better equipped everyone will be."
Now, finally for the CEO Special Appreciation Award! We would like to congratulate the Southfield, MI Distracted Driving Awareness Team for their amazing work in the community and their commitment to creating awareness around Distracted Driving.
#ChampionsOfLear
Collaborating with a local university, employees from our Gothenburg, Sweden, office are using a 3D printer to produce face shields and donating them to local hospitals. Thank you for all you are doing to help!
#onelear
#flattenthecurve
#COVID19
We are pleased to introduce Derrick Mitchell as our new Chief Diversity Officer. Derrick will build on our progress, offer new perspective on
#Diversity
,
#Equity
and
#Inclusion
(DEI), and support our new Executive Diversity Council. Congratulations, Derrick!
We had an overwhelming response from our teams around the globe as they celebrated International Women's Day! Thank you to all the remarkable women at Lear who make a difference and push our business to new heights.
#GROWatLear
#IWD2020
#EachforEqual
To all the women in the workforce, especially those working the front lines, and those at home caring for children, we applaud you for everything you do. Happy
#MothersDay
!
#OneLear
#WorkSmartPlaySmart
to keep the auto industry in gear. Do your part at home and in public to reduce the spread of
#COVID19
by following
@MICHauto
's SMART personal safety protocols.
Lear received the
#DoingtheMostGood
award from
@salmich
at the
#civicdinner2018
. "When you have passion for a meaningful cause, you inspire us to go back and do amazing things with organizations like the Salvation Army." Terri Tahnoose, VP Global Marketing and Corporate Relations
President and CEO Ray Scott talks about how Lear is Making every drive better™ by empowering consumers to be more productive, informed, comfortable and connected throughout their journey. Read more:
#CES2020
“What I think is our most important competitive advantage is our people. I believe investing in innovation, culture, community, diversity of thought, and flexibility will allow us to continue to attract and retain the best talent,” says Ray Scott, President & CEO
#ANWorldCongress
President and CEO Ray Scott participated in today's
@OESAconnect
Leadership Panel discussion on how the automotive industry can thrive in a post-pandemic environment and what steps leaders need to take to be successful.
In celebration of
#FathersDay
, some of our Lear dads shared advice they like to teach their kids. We want to wish a
#HappyFathersDay
to all the dads and those who play a father figure in someone's life.
“We are proud of our community involvement in the Grand Prix and our team loves seeing Lear prominently featured around the city of Detroit during race weekend,” said Todd Kennedy, Vice President of GM Seating, at today’s
@detroitgp
media luncheon.
#DetroitGP
#LearRevsUp
We’re participating in a panel at
#AutoMobiliD
with
@Techstars
to discuss the role of corporations with start-ups. “Through the Techstars program we will see more technology earlier and be able to collaborate with the start-ups.” Bob Humphrey, Director of Innovation.
#NAIAS2019
To all the women in the workforce pulling double duty as mothers, we admire everything you do. Happy
#MothersDay
! Tag your mom or one you know to tell her thanks.
Today, we announced record 2nd quarter 2018 sales and earnings. "With industry-leading capabilities in Seating and E-Systems that are aligned with industry trends and the convergence of our two segments, we are well-positioned for future growth,” said Ray Scott, President & CEO.
Are you a student that’s passionate about the auto industry and innovation? If so, we want you to apply for Lear's Student
#InnovationChallenge
for your chance to land a fast-paced internship at our Detroit Innovation Center. Apply today:
Alberto Alvaro, senior buyer from our office in Valls, Spain, is helping to
#flattenthecurve
right from his home. With the help of his family, Alberto is producing safety glasses and face shields using his own 3D printer. Thank you for helping make a difference!
#onelear
#COVID19
Lear’s next generation of innovators will create the forward-thinking products and processes that benefit and improve societies. We believe it is vital to encourage the passion and interest children have in the science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics.
#STEAMDay
We are proud to be named a 2019 Automotive News PACE Awards finalist for our ConfigurE+ adaptive rear seating rail system. Congratulations to all finalists!
At Lear, "Be Inclusive" is one of our core values and we take pride in being a business where all our employees, no matter their race, gender or sexuality, are valued and can safely be themselves.
#PrideMonth
#BeInclusive
#OneLear
The Lear Redditch team recently put their best foot forward and hiked 26 miles through Wye Valley to raise funds and awareness for
@macmillancancer
. Every step the team took helped those affected by cancer. We’re proud of our team for all their generosity.
President and CEO, Ray Scott, made a guest appearance on
@Autoline
to discuss Lear’s innovation and product leadership in the constantly-evolving auto industry:
When thinking of a New Year's resolution, Lear encourages you to help us end distracted driving. Together, we can pledge to
#FocusOnTheDrive
and reduce the number of accidents caused by distractions:
#NewYearsEve
#Resolution
Check out this recap of our awesome weekend at the
@DetroitGP
. Thanks to the people of Detroit and everyone who joined us. Also, a special congrats to
@ariejr
for taking first in his Stadium SUPER Truck race.
"When our team got word of the need for hands-free door openers to help stop the spread of
#COVID19
, we developed a handmade prototype the same day," said Jacek Bomba, Prototype Engineering Manager from Legnica, Poland.
#onelear
"We have the best team in the industry, a culture of operational excellence, financial discipline and a value proposition focused on technology and innovation." -Ray Scott, CEO
We're back to the streets of downtown Detroit for the ultimate high-speed adventure at this year's
@detroitgp
. Let's make some memories together. Don't miss out on the action - join us for an unforgettable ride!
#LearRevsUp
#BackToTheStreets
#DetroitGP
Lear is making available to all organizations its Safe Work Playbook, an interactive guide offering practices for health and safety procedures, operating discipline, training and communications for employees in response to the
#COVID19
pandemic.
"We all stand in solidarity with our Black and Brown colleagues against intolerance and complacency and re-commit ourselves to building awareness of racial injustice and demanding fairness for everyone." Read the letter from our President and CEO Ray Scott
Today Lear completed the
#acquisition
of substantially all of
@KongsbergAutomo
's Interior Comfort Systems business unit, further expanding our product offerings into thermal comfort seating solutions. Read our full press release: