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Methods Machine Tools Expands Sales Team

Methods Machine Tools Inc., a supplier of innovative precision machine tools, has announced additions to its sales staff.

Robert Serrano
Robert Serrano

Methods Machine Tools Inc., a supplier of innovative precision machine tools, has announced additions to its sales staff.

Jim Kucharski
Jim Kucharski

The company has appointed James Kucharski as national sales manager for Nakamura-Tome in the U.S. Kucharski’s background in manufacturing is extensive. He has close to 25 years of experience and has held numerous product, engineering, sales and management positions in the Swiss turning industry.

“Jim’s background in turning centers and his in-depth manufacturing knowledge make him a solid choice to represent Nakamura-Tome,” said Richard Parenteau, director of application development/Nakamura-Tome, at Methods Machine Tools Inc. “He is a seasoned professional and his sales guidance will be invaluable.”

Methods Machine Tools also has appointed Robert Serrano to the position of Southern California sales manager. Serrano’s territory will be Los Angeles and San Diego. Methods recently expanded its Southern California operation, increasing the number of sales/application engineering and service personnel by eight, and offering a full range of machine tool solutions from all Methods partner brands. Serrano has been added to the leadership team, bringing his 25 years of machine tool experience to the region.

“We are pleased to have Robert join our team,” said Fernando Garcia, general manager of West Coast Operations, Methods Machine Tools Inc. “His track record and experience will be a valuable asset to our region.”

Prior to joining Methods, Serrano spent nine years at Tornos as the regional business sales manager for North America and Mexico. He has worked in the OEM machine tool industry for approximately 25 years.

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