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Outside of Deere & Co., he continued to develop his interest in the industrial application of new manufacturing technology across the spectrum of education, industry, and 161
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This position provided a challenge and opportunity to implement modern manufacturing technology in Deere factories that then included agricultural and industrial machines. The work included the largest manufacturing facility expansion undertaken in the history of the company and was completed in 1981 at the Waterloo Works tractor factory.
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The successful rationalization of the diverse manufacturing and engineering design of agricultural tractors was well under way when Jim retired in 1990. His oversight of design and manufacture of tractors and their components established the foundation for successful growth in sales and profits for Deere from a business that was faltering in 1982–1986.
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Over his long and distinguished career Jim's sharp, penetrating mind and broad experience in the implementation of new design and manufacturing technology were unmatched. After his retirement from Deere he served on numerous community boards and organizations.
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J A M E S F L A R D N E R 165 memorized and books read aloud together.
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