AGCO supervisor Kimberly Savageau wins 2024 women MAKE award

Apr 22, 2024

Kimberly Savageau, a supervisor at AGCO's PTx electronics manufacturing facility, is honored with the 2024 Women MAKE Award for her leadership. This award, presented by the Manufacturing Institute, celebrates women's contributions to manufacturing.

Starting as a manufacturing assembler in 2019, Savageau now coordinates final electronics assembly jobs in AGCO's Fargo plant. She ensures product quality, safety, and customer satisfaction, embodying AGCO's core values.

Dave Bellefeuille, assembly manager, praises Savageau's dedication and positive attitude, highlighting her role in customer-centric operations. Savageau also mentors team members and supports local food security initiatives.

Expressing gratitude, Savageau acknowledges the collective effort of women in making a difference. She thanks her manager and the Manufacturing Institute for their support.

The Women MAKE Awards aim to inspire women in STEM fields and manufacturing careers. They recognize outstanding achievements and provide tools for further growth.

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