Komar Industries hires sales and marketing manager

Komar Industries Inc., a Groveport, Ohio-based manufacturer of a full range of shredding and compaction equipment, has hired Don Kurtz as its sales and marketing manager to further develop Komar’s growth of regional and national accounts.

Kurtz brings 16 years of experience within the waste industry, previously working with WestRock (formerly RockTenn Co.), Pioneer Industries International and Smurfit-Stone.

Kurtz says, “I had visited Komar prior to being hired and was impressed with their innovative technologies and the quality craftsmanship of their equipment. I am excited to be part of a well-respected company that takes great pride in high-quality products that are manufactured in the USA, and to join a team of people dedicated to finding solutions to our clients' needs.”

Mark Koenig, Komar president, says, “Don’s wealth of experience and industry knowledge has already made him a key addition within Komar. With our innovative solutions and his expertise, Komar has found the right combination to advance our goals of bringing volume reduction solutions, efficiency improvement and cost reduction to our customers.”

Komar Industries says it has more than 130 U.S. and foreign patents for innovative design and a complete manufacturing facility.