Category Archives: The People of Pitco
This month’s People of Pitco feature is Jeff Bourdeau, whose long term commitment to the company has allowed him to travel the world to share his knowledge. We talked to Jeff to see just how important his job is for forwarding education in the technical service industry, and how his efforts continue to enforce to...
This month’s People of Pitco spotlight shines on Madison Barnes, whose quiet determination reflects exactly what makes Pitco special. Growing his skills across departments and embracing new challenges along the way, Madison’s path demonstrates how much of Pitco’s strength stems from the people who build, plan, solve, and support. We sat down with him to...
Jessica Rodriguez has spent nearly a decade shaping the rhythm of Pitco’s production floor, and her path shows just how far curiosity can take you. She started in the welding department and now works in the planning department. This month’s featured People of Pitco, Jessica makes sure that everyone has the parts they need and...
At Pitco, skilled hands and sharp eyes keep production moving, and this month’s People of Pitco feature focuses on Ed MacDonald, who brings both to the floor every day. As a Machine Operator working with CNC (Computer Numerical Control) punches and lasers, Ed plays a key role in shaping the components that become Pitco’s equipment....
At Pitco, every team member brings unique skills and dedication that make a difference on the shop floor and beyond. Karen Derie, our Health and Safety Manager, has been part of the Pitco team for three years and draws on more than 35 years of manufacturing experience across the military, aerospace, and pharmaceutical industries. Since...
Every piece of equipment that leaves Pitco goes through a rigorous inspection process, and Thomas Clough plays a big part in making sure it meets the mark. As a QC Inspector II focused on inspecting outgoing product, Thomas brings decades of Quality Assurance experience to the job. He’s this month’s featured team member in our...
From learning to weld on his breaks to leading a team of skilled craftsmen, Rick Ruopp’s journey at Pitco is a story of curiosity, dedication, and growth. As the Ultrafryer Weld Lead, Rick brings a hands-on mindset and a constant drive for improvement to his team and position. We caught up with Rick to hear...
At Pitco, we’re known for designing and manufacturing top-tier commercial fryers. But it’s really the people behind the machines who keep things running smoothly every day. In our new blog series, The People of Pitco, we’re pulling back the curtain to highlight the incredible individuals behind the scenes. From the production floor to the logistics...
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