April 29, 2025 Blunt honored by the Manufacturing Institute as one of 130 national recipients ESSEX JUNCTION, VT, April 29, 2025 – Last week, the Manufacturing Institute (MI)—the workforce development and education partner of the National Association of Manufacturers—honored Jean Blunt from GlobalFoundries (Nasdaq: GFS) (GF) at their annual MAKE Awards. Blunt, director of manufacturing operations at GF Vermont, has been named a 2025 Honoree for her exemplary leadership in manufacturing, science, technology, engineering and production. She is one of 130 recipients recognized with this prestigious honor. Over the past 35 years, Jean Blunt has made significant contributions to the semiconductor industry. As the director of manufacturing operations at GF Vermont for the past five years, Jean has built a production-control team that increased quality output by 40 percent. She then took on the management of the 600-employee manufacturing organization, introduced the first mobile robot to production and achieved the highest operator productivity and manufacturing quality performance at the site. Jean is also dedicated to coaching and mentoring emerging leaders and has served as the executive sponsor for the Community Engagement Team at GF Vermont. Under her leadership, participation in employee engagement has notably increased, with volunteer hours up by 300 percent and total attendance at events rising by 60 percent last year. “I feel powerful when I help others grow in their careers, use my passion to build a positive workplace culture and make a meaningful impact in the community,” said Blunt. “It is truly an honor to receive MI’s Honoree Award, and I am grateful for the opportunity to further support the manufacturing workforce.” These prestigious annual awards recognize employees who have excelled in their careers and showcase leadership across all levels of the manufacturing industry, from the factory floor to the C-suite. “I am thrilled to congratulate Jean on her MAKE Honoree Award! She is an exceptional and innovative leader who leads by example and consistently makes a positive impact at GF and throughout Vermont, both in business and community engagement,” said Ken McAvey, general manager, GF Vermont. “Along her 35-year career, Jean has built strong relationships, improved the workplace for her teammates and encouraged lifelong careers in manufacturing. Her unwavering dedication to her employees, team, community and business outcomes are the driving forces behind their success. We are deeply grateful to have Jean’s outstanding service and leadership and look forward to her future achievements at GF.” The MI MAKE Awards gala, held in Washington, D.C., honored 100 industry leaders (“Honorees”) and 30 rising stars (“Emerging Leaders”) who were nominated by their companies and recognized for their innovation, dedication, contributions and good counsel. The evening highlighted the story of each Honoree and Emerging Leader, including their leadership and accomplishments in manufacturing. Honorees were further rewarded with access to a two-day leadership development conference in Washington, D.C., in the days leading up to the evening awards gala. GF’s facility in Essex Junction, Vermont, near Burlington, was among the first major 200 mm semiconductor manufacturing sites in the world. Today, around 1,800 GF employees work at the site. Built on GF’s differentiated technologies, these GF-made chips are used in smartphones, automobiles, and communications infrastructure applications around the world. About GF GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading manufacturer of essential semiconductors the world relies on to live, work and connect. We innovate and partner with customers to deliver more power-efficient, high-performance products for the automotive, smart mobile devices, internet of things, communications infrastructure and other high-growth markets. With our global manufacturing footprint spanning the U.S., Europe, and Asia, GF is a trusted and reliable source for customers around the world. Every day, our talented global team delivers results with an unyielding focus on security, longevity, and sustainability.For more information, visit www.gf.com. About the Manufacturing Institute The Manufacturing Institute (MI) builds and strengthens the manufacturing workforce of today and tomorrow. Through implementing groundbreaking programs, convening industry leaders and conducting innovative research, the MI furthers individual opportunity, community prosperity and a more competitive manufacturing industry. As the 501(c)3 nonprofit workforce development and education affiliate of the National Association of Manufacturers, the MI is a trusted adviser to manufacturers, equipping them with solutions to address the toughest workforce issues. For more information on the MI, please visit www.themanufacturinginstitute.org. Media Contact: Gina DeRossi518-491-5965[email protected]
