Methods Machine Tools05.17.16
Methods Machine Tools Inc., a supplier of precision machine tools, 3D printing technology, automation and accessories, has appointed Jerry Rex as chief operating officer of all company operations, effective May 13. The appointment of Rex, a manufacturing industry veteran with more than 25 years of management experience, complements Methods’ strategic plans for future growth.
“It is my distinct pleasure to have Jerry in this new position on our management team,” said Bryon Deysher, president and CEO of Methods Machine Tools “Jerry brings an energetic, passionate approach to leadership and shares the vision for Methods’ future. He is an excellent communicator, motivator and team builder who will have assignments that will touch every level of the organization.”
Spanning 40 years, Rex’s manufacturing career began with a machinist position at GE Locomotive. He steadily rose from roles in engineering and applications to production and sales management, and executive positions at manufacturers as well as machine tool organizations. Most recently he served as executive vice president of Concept Machine Tools (Minneapolis, Minn). Prior to Concept Machine Tools, Rex was president of Hegman Machinery LLC, a Morris Group Company, from 2013 to 2015. Twenty years before that he held various roles including president of Morris South (Charlotte, N.C.), vice president of Gosiger Inc. (Dayton, Ohio) and regional manager of J&H Machine Tools (Richmond, Va). Rex also recently served as chairman of the Association for Manufacturing Technology, where he continues to serve on the board of directors.
Rex will be based out of Methods Machine Tools’ corporate headquarters in Sudbury, Mass.
In operation for more than 55 years, Methods Machine Tools is a supplier of precision machine tools, 3D printing solutions, automation, and accessories, providing extensive applications engineering support, installation, parts, service, and training through a network of large technology centers and dealers throughout North America.
“It is my distinct pleasure to have Jerry in this new position on our management team,” said Bryon Deysher, president and CEO of Methods Machine Tools “Jerry brings an energetic, passionate approach to leadership and shares the vision for Methods’ future. He is an excellent communicator, motivator and team builder who will have assignments that will touch every level of the organization.”
Spanning 40 years, Rex’s manufacturing career began with a machinist position at GE Locomotive. He steadily rose from roles in engineering and applications to production and sales management, and executive positions at manufacturers as well as machine tool organizations. Most recently he served as executive vice president of Concept Machine Tools (Minneapolis, Minn). Prior to Concept Machine Tools, Rex was president of Hegman Machinery LLC, a Morris Group Company, from 2013 to 2015. Twenty years before that he held various roles including president of Morris South (Charlotte, N.C.), vice president of Gosiger Inc. (Dayton, Ohio) and regional manager of J&H Machine Tools (Richmond, Va). Rex also recently served as chairman of the Association for Manufacturing Technology, where he continues to serve on the board of directors.
Rex will be based out of Methods Machine Tools’ corporate headquarters in Sudbury, Mass.
In operation for more than 55 years, Methods Machine Tools is a supplier of precision machine tools, 3D printing solutions, automation, and accessories, providing extensive applications engineering support, installation, parts, service, and training through a network of large technology centers and dealers throughout North America.