Springfield, OH – The McGregor Metalworking Companies announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed Jamie McGregor as Chief Executive Officer effective immediately. Dan McGregor will assume the role of Executive Chairman and will continue to serve as the Chairman of McGregor’s Board. Additionally, Tom Wright has been named Chief Operating Officer of the company.

“McGregor Metal is at a pivotal point and this is the perfect time for Jamie to become McGregor’s next Chief Executive Officer,” commented Dan McGregor. “As a third generation owner, and someone who has been a part of the organization for more than 17 years, Jamie’s vision, strategic prowess and implementation track record is the perfect combination and exactly what McGregor needs as we enter our next chapter,” he added.

Mr. McGregor, 41, joined McGregor Metalworking in 2001 and has moved diligently through the company’s ranks. He most recently served as Vice President of Sales, leading the company’s effort to diversify the customer base and solidify critical customer relationships. “I am humbled and honored to have the opportunity to lead The McGregor Metalworking Companies,” said Jamie McGregor. “I can’t overstate the importance of the work we will do over the next few months as we address immediate key business opportunities, hone our strategic plan and clarify and communicate that plan to our employees, our customers, our suppliers and our shareholders,” Mr. McGregor continued.

Also today, McGregor Metalworking announced a new structure for its executive management team, all of whom will report to Jamie McGregor:
» Tom Wright is appointed as Chief Operating Officer.
» Pete Dame will continue to serve as Chief Financial Officer.
» Kara Williams is appointed Director of Human Resources.
» Dave Myers is appointed Director of Engineering.
» Alex Seder is appointed Director of Sales.

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Since 1965 the McGregor Metalworking Companies have served as a contract manufacturer specializing in the production of metal stampings, configured blanks, machined parts, welded assemblies, and split steel pulleys to a variety of blue-chip customers. With four facilities in Springfield, OH, McGregor is a leader in the automotive, agriculture, lawn and garden, propulsion and health and fitness industries.

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Mr. Alex Seder, 937-521-5321
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Springfield, OH – The McGregor Metalworking Companies was recently awarded a prestigious “A Classification” from TS Tech USA, a customer of McGregor Metalworking since 2006. TS Tech is a global supplier of automotive seats and interiors with operations in 72 locations in 14 countries.

“To achieve an “A classification” a supplier must be nearly perfect with delivery, quality, cost and customer service. This award is a testament to the dedication of the McGregor team to deliver the discerning requirements TS Tech has come to expect,” commented Dan Lion, Sales Account Manager for McGregor Metalworking.

McGregor supplies products to TS Tech from 2 of 4 of their manufacturing facilities in Springfield, Ohio. With centers of excellence in metal stamping, metal spinning, robotic welding, machining and custom tool & die, McGregor is equipped to service a variety of markets to encourage the success of its customers.

Springfield, OH – The McGregor Metalworking Companies announced today that it has completed an asset sale of its SC Metal Products (SCMP) division in Aiken, SC, to Batesville Tool and Die, Inc. (Batesville.) The terms of the deal were not disclosed.

“We are pleased to sell our SC Metal Products business to Batesville, who has stated an interest to grow the business, retain its dedicated workforce and maintain a steady supply of products to its remaining customers,” said Dan McGregor, chairman of the board. “Another beneficiary of this transaction will be our operations in Springfield, Ohio where a significant portion of work has been relocated, further cementing our allegiance and commitment to our hometown,” he added.

In preparation for the move of a portion of work from SCMP, McGregor Metalworking invested more than $500,000 in upgrades in equipment and machinery in its Springfield, Ohio facilities. An added benefit to the area is the creation of more than a dozen new jobs.

“Our strategic decision to sell SCMP to Batesville was the result of a detailed initiative that emboldens McGregor’s disciplined and focused advancement for years to come – it was the right thing to do, and at the right time,” Mr. McGregor commented.  “We firmly believe that everybody wins in this transaction—our employees, our customers and our community,” he said.

Springfield, OH – The McGregor Metalworking Companies are building on their already expansive welding capability with the purchase of 2 new robotic weld cells. This capital investment of more than $325,000 is a direct result of expanding opportunities to supply Honda of America with additional welded components.

“The award of 5 new, high volume production assemblies from Honda necessitated we invest in added weld capacity,” commented Jeff Hill, Corporate Weld Engineer at The McGregor Metalworking Companies. “What’s more is these state of the art weld cells will boost our throughput by more than 50% compared to the existing equipment in our arsenal,” he continued.

Originally, McGregor intended to procure 1 piece of equipment, but expanded the investment to 2 after Honda awarded a sixth part to the company. The first welder was delivered this week and the second one comes in November. In total, these welders will produce nearly 2 million pieces annually for Honda. “Honda has shown significant trust in McGregor Metalworking by awarding us this new business and it has been our pleasure to partner with them on the project,” said Jim Baldwin, Vice President of Sales for McGregor. “It is not unrealistic to think we could be adding at least 2 additional welders like these within the next 12 months,” he added.

All of this comes on the heels of McGregor’s selection as a 2015 recipient of Honda’s “Challenging Spirit Award” which is given “to suppliers in recognition of support and performance exceeding expectations, usually in response to a unique or extraordinary situation.” Last October, working 7 days a week for a period of more than 60 days the McGregor team produced components for Honda avoiding a costly assembly line stoppage after another supplier encountered difficulty. Since then, the relationship between the 2 companies has flourished and the Honda segment of McGregor’s business has more than doubled.