Jonesboro, AR -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/10/2016 -- Hytrol is pleased to announce the addition of Roy Fanning as director of manufacturing operations. Fanning was born in Dayton, Ohio at Wright Patterson AFB, but calls Rogers, AR home. In his role, he is responsible for the overall direction and success of the manufacturing area. Fanning will provide direction and support for the team as they drive continuous improvement activities for the safety of our employees, the quality of products and the value Hytrol adds for our integration partners and customers.
"[I enjoy] Finding ways to help others be more successful," Fanning said. "I am amazed by the talent of the people we have working at Hytrol and I love helping people resolve issues that get in their way."
Fanning was involved in the industry before and after he graduated college. Before college, he worked for three years in a cast aluminum manufacturing plant and at a Tyson distribution center. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Arkansas, he began working at Trane, a manufacturer of HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) systems and services. Over the course of 18 years, he held various leadership roles in four different manufacturing plants in Tennessee, Florida, Louisiana and Georgia.
Fanning also worked two years as the director of operations at Apex Tool Group, LLC. Prior to Hytrol, he was working in Lebanon, Mo. for a company called IronForm. He has been trained and educated in Lean and Lean Tools. He is also a trained Six Sigma Black Belt.
Chris Glenn, vice president of manufacturing and engineering operations, said this is a new position to help Hytrol's strategic endeavors. "Roy brings over 20 years of manufacturing experience to Hytrol," Glenn said. "He has experience with mixed model production and has a strong background in engineering as well. He has an inclination to work closely on the shop floor to help with daily challenges. We are excited to have Roy as part of our team and look forward to his future contributions."
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About Hytrol
Hytrol (http://www.hytrol.com) designs and manufactures advanced conveyor systems, controls, and solutions for customers with processing, manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution needs. For almost 70 years, Hytrol has demonstrated an unwavering dedication to understanding the unique material handling needs of businesses. Hytrol is focused on creating innovative, customized conveyor solutions that help companies achieve their goals. For the first time in Hytrol's history, they have over 1000 employees.
Hytrol's Technology Center is the birthplace for many industry-changing innovations, such as EZLogic® zero-pressure accumulation and E24™, an energy efficient, 24-volt solution and an extensive line of advanced sortation offerings, ProSort 400 Elite series high speed shoe sorter, as well as the ProSort MRT series narrow belt sorter.
Hytrol is experiencing consistent growth; 2016 will be the company's best year ever and significant plant expansion continues. Hytrol is strengthened by its Integration Partner Network with 100+ locations worldwide. Hytrol is a proud member of RILA (Retail Industry Leaders Association) MHI, CEMA (Conveyor Equipment Manufacturers Association), along with IABSC (International Association of Baggage System).
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