08/19/2026
For 28 years, David B. Jolley has been part of Morris Manufacturing's evolution. Joining the company in 1998 as our QS9000 Coordinator, David has grown into Director of Technology, where he leads our quality, engineering, and technology functions—including continuous improvement, systems design, IT, and our IATF 16949 program.
One of David’s proudest accomplishments has been seeing our commitment to quality recognized through a run of GM Supplier Quality Awards in 2014, 2016, and 2018–2021, along with the 2018 FCA Outstanding Supplier Quality Award. For David, these awards represent more than recognition—they’re proof that the systems and culture built over the years deliver real results.
Perhaps the biggest change he’s witnessed is just how far manufacturing has come—from manual operations to today’s integration of AI. Through it all, David has continued to learn, adapt, and help Morris Manufacturing move forward. His advice to those just starting out? “Get comfortable with change. In manufacturing, it’s the only constant.”
And perhaps his guiding philosophy says it best: “Not all changes are improvements, but no improvements come without change.”
Here’s to 28 years of leadership, innovation, and continuous improvement. Thank you, David, for helping shape where we are today—and where we’re headed next.
