Muller Technology Announces New COO
The Fort Collins, Colo. based supplier of automation cells has named Thom Mandl as its new COO.
Muller Technology Colorado Inc. (Fort Collins, Colo.) , formerly CBW Automation, has named Thom Mandl as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective Jan. 1. Thomas Federer, Group CEO of Muller Technology, made the announcement for the global supplier of molds and automation cells for thin-wall packaging, with a focus on in-mold labeling.
Mandl, based in Fort Collins, will oversee day-to-day ´óÏó´«Ã½ operations and direct efforts to grow Muller’s presence in the packaging industry. Mandl comes to Muller with more than 25 years of experience in manufacturing, having previously held leadership roles in production, engineering, quality, continuous improvement and general management.
Previous work experience includes stints with Ford and Procter & Gamble. Most recently, he was Director of Operations at Summit Bodyworks, and Chief Operating Officer at Wadsworth Control Systems.
Mandl holds a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering from Penn State University, and an MBA in International Business from Regent University. He has earned professional certifications in LEAN, Six Sigma, and Supply Chain Management.

Muller Technology has named Thom Mandl as its new COO.
Photo Credit: Muller Technology
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