J&E Companies names Jim Squatrito as Chief Executive Officer

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--J&E Companies (J&E), a leading provider of precision machining and sheet metal fabrication services, is pleased to announce Jim Squatrito as its new Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Squatrito has an extensive background working with both private equity and publicly owned businesses in the manufacturing and engineering industries. His action-oriented, growth mindset drives innovation, strategic vision, business acumen, and customer relationships that achieve improved financial performance and business growth objectives. Previous roles include CEO of Garlock Printing & Converting; President of Summit Packaging Solutions; CEO of Oracle Packaging; and senior leadership and engineering roles with Compass Automotive Group; Kurz-Kasch, Inc.; VITEC, LLC; Inergy Automotive Systems; and Avery-Dennison.

He holds an MBA in Quantitative and Operations Management from Pennsylvania State University, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Villanova University.

Eric Willis and Terrence Smith, Co-Founders of private equity firm Willis & Smith Capital, LLC, stated: “Jim is the ideal leader for J&E’s ambitious growth plan. J&E’s talented management team is now positioned to capitalize on the constantly increasing depth and breadth of processes demanded in the market. We’re confident that under Jim’s leadership, J&E will continue its impressive upward trajectory.”

Mr. Squatrito added: “I am excited to join the team at J&E. The company has a rich history of providing high precision components and assemblies to numerous heavy equipment and industrial manufacturers. It is a pleasure to be part of the team taking this business to the next level.”

For over 65 years, J&E has provided precision machining and fabrication services to a highly diversified client base including the medical, aerospace, commercial, and agriculture industries. J&E operates six facilities throughout Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Mexico, totaling over 450,000 square feet of production space and employing approximately 325 employees. J&E’s capabilities include design and value engineering, customized packaging, precision machined metal components, precision sheet metal fabrication components, powder coat finishing, and assembly.

To learn more about J&E’s products and services, visit www.jecompanies.com or email [e-mail].