ELECTRI-FLEX COMPANY, Roselle, IL, announces leadership changes in the Operations Department, as Roy Hunn, VP of Operations is set to retire in June after 45 years with the Company. In his place, Dennis Pezan has joined as Director of Operations.
Hunn held a lifetime 45-year career with Electri-Flex, fulfilling many roles throughout the organization. He is a compassionate leader with an ability to relate to all levels in the organization, which has helped him greatly throughout his career. As he climbed the ladder to VP of Operations, that journey has proved to be of great importance, providing insight into real problems, discovering bottom-up solutions, and building teams for the future. Today Roy continues to play a pivotal role within the Company, leading the charge on plant remodeling and efficiency improvements as he looks to leave his mark before retirement. “This family embraced me and provided me with new opportunities that changed the course of my journey,” stated Hunn. “I have seen a small family-owned company in Roselle, IL grow to become a powerful internationally recognized leader in the electrical industry, all while remaining vigilant and steadfast in their belief that FAMILY above everything else comes first.”
“It has been a privilege to work with someone who is so passionate about what he does. Roy has created an everlasting impact and has positively influenced our business in so many ways,” stated Jan Ruthe, COO. “We celebrate the legacy of hard work and commitment that he leaves behind. Roy has truly inspired everyone around him to be better. We wish him good health, wonderful times, and success as he begins his new adventure.”
Dennis Pezan, Director of Operations, joins the company with over 25 years of manufacturing experience in industries ranging from automotive to telecommunications. As a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Dennis has a quality-driven, performance-oriented approach, and specializes in process improvements to maximize business processes and resource utilization. Dennis holds a bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering from California Polytechnic University, a Master of Science in Engineering Systems from the University of Southern California, and an MBA from Colorado Technical University.
Jan added, “I also would like to extend a very warm welcome to Dennis, his experience and passion for continuous improvement, positive leadership, and project management will be a great addition to the team. We are excited to start this new journey with Dennis leading the Operations team.”
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