Mack Molding, a leading custom plastic injection molder and supplier of contract manufacturing services, announced that Rich Hornby has been promoted from headquarters plant manager to vice president of manufacturing operations at Mack’s Northern Division.
In his new role, Hornby will continue leading Mack’s headquarters in Arlington, VT, as well as assuming responsibility for manufacturing operations at the company’s East Arlington and Cavendish facilities. Additionally, he will oversee information technology for Mack North.
“Rich has made a significant impact on Mack since first joining the company in 2011,” said Mack Molding President Jeff Somple. “His tenure has been highlighted by significant program launches, strong team development and, most recently, navigating the challenges posed by the pandemic. As vice president, he will unify our Vermont facilities, implementing shared manufacturing platforms that will drive improved productivity and quality to the benefit of our customers.”
Hornby draws on his more than 20 years of service in the Air Force, from which he retired as a lieutenant colonel. This experience, coupled with his deep knowledge of Mack and previous experience as a program manager for Millstone Medical Outsourcing in Fall River, MA, has made him a well-rounded leader.
He is a graduate of the US Air Force Academy and holds a Master of Business Administration from Pennsylvania State University.