ND Industries has hired Luis Gonzales as general manager of its Arlington, TX facility. He is taking over the position from Dan Conner, who recently announced his retirement.
Dan Conner worked at ND Industries since 1988 and played an integral role in making ND one of the current leaders in the fastener locking and sealing industry. “We wish Dan all the best while he enjoys a well deserved retirement,” commented ND Industries.
As general manager of the Southwestern Fastener Processing Division, Luis will be overseeing all production in this facility with a strong focus on Lean manufacturing. Luis will draw on his extensive production line process expertise, logistics background, and fastener coating experience to drive continuous improvements. Luis is planning to overhaul the production equipment to increase reliability and output.
“We’re always looking for ways to increase operational efficiencies. Luis brings with him a vast amount of experience streamlining production processes,” comments Mike Garofalo, president at ND Industries.
Luis’ previous work includes an eight year role as production manager for LATICRETE International, where he introduced Lean practices to seven of the manufacturing facilities, increasing production by an average of 16%. He was also a production/maintenance manager at a Dura-Tech composite coating processing plant, where his production equipment improvements led to a significant increase in production.
Having spent a decade in the fastener industry experiencing every facet – from steel mills, fastener manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, as well as machinery builders and plating + coating companies, Claire has developed an in-depth knowledge of all things fasteners.
Alongside visiting numerous companies, exhibitions and conferences around the world, Claire has also interviewed high profile figures – focusing on key topics impacting the sector and making sure readers stay up to date with the latest developments within the industry.
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