Meet The Team

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Brandon V

Advanced Product Engineering Manager II

Means Industries is a fast paced, engineering-centric facility providing every individual the opportunity and tools for success. The dynamic working environment provides an excellent mix of design and analysis with in lab testing and validation, promoting an environment of exceptional teamwork and support. Means fosters an atmosphere that favors innovation coupled with critical thinking, wherein each new challenge provides an opportunity for advancement in the powertrain industry.

Suada Arnautovic

Suada A

Quality Auditor

I have been employed with Means Transform Products for over 16 years. I did not have much experience in the field initially, but Means proved to be a good company by providing excellent education and training, readying me for my position. Every day I come into work, I feel as though I’m going to my second home. I have become close with many of the people I work with, and we all work hard as a team to achieve our goals. I am so happy to be a part of Means Transform Products, everything about working here from the benefits to the incredible people, make me excited to be here.

CJ B

CJ B

Business Unit Controller

I can’t say enough positive things about working at Means. First, employees are involved in leadership decisions and are empowered to bring ideas forward. Shortly after starting at Means I was tasked with a large project and it is very rewarding to watch your hard work pay off and know its being used in business decisions. Second, the work environment is highly collaborative. This helps foster great communication between all groups and allows us to accomplish our goals. Finally it’s been a great experience learning about the automotive industry and the important role played. I have thoroughly enjoyed working for a medium sized company, but at the same time as a subsidiary of Amsted Industries, having the benefits of a large company. 

Igor R

Igor R

Launch Reliability Manager

I have been employed with Means for over 17 years now. The best parts of coming into work are the never-ending challenges, the encouragement from management to pursue leadership opportunities, and the educational incentives. I am proud to be part of this growing company where everyone works together to achieve their goals, so we are all able to succeed.

Jose M

Jose M

Tool & Die Maker

What I really enjoy about Means is the company management philosophy. We are pushed daily to be productive and work hard. In turn, we are rewarded with wonderful benefits. Working here, I truly feel appreciated and my hard work is valued. After more than 16 years, I still look forward to coming into work every day, and I feel just as vital to this company’s success, as I did when I first began.

Kyle Badour

Kyle B

Senior Product Applications Engineer

I first joined the team at Means Industries as a summer intern.  As an intern, I saw some excellent career opportunities as I was rotated through the different Means facilities and job requirements.  I was intrigued by the friendly, team oriented, atmosphere.  Once I completed my degree in mechanical engineering, I was offered the opportunity to start my career as a product applications engineer in propulsion systems. Over the last 2 years I have learned a lot about our product, and have gained valuable experience in the automotive industry. Looking back at some of the other career opportunities I could have taken, I truly believe that Means was the right decision for the start of my career.

Dave W

Dave W

Sr. Commercial Manager

For over 20 years I’ve reported to an organization that has been instrumental in providing me opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. Means is not only committed to continuously improving its products, processes and total customer offering; but it is just as committed to its team members’ career development. It’s great to work at an organization that has forward thinking leadership and is full of creative problem solvers. We are doing things within our relatively small organization that are making huge impacts on both mature and evolving technologies. To be valued as an individual and to be part of continuously advancing ideas brings added intrinsic benefits to my employment here. Means is and has been a great employer to report to; I’m grateful for the opportunities I’ve had and I’m looking forward to our future challenges.

Ed P

Ed P

Operations Excellence Specialist

Having been employed with Means for over eight years now, I was extremely impressed with all the teamwork at Means. No matter who you ask for assistance and no matter how busy they are, employees at Means are more than willing to drop whatever they are doing to assist you. Knowledge sharing is a huge asset when you are new to the company, and people here are more than willing to help you. As a Cost Accounting Manager, my days are filled with interaction with Manufacturing, Sales, Purchasing, and Accounts Payable employees. This interaction allows us all to have a better overall understanding of our business. Overall, my experience here at Means has been positive and beneficial.

Shane Brown

Shane B

Tooling Engineer

I joined the Means team after hearing great things from a friend. After being immersed in the Means culture for over 10 years, I cannot imagine working anywhere else. There are incredible people employed here, who are very cooperative and work hard to accomplish company goals together as a team. I have personally witnessed the company’s grow and prosper. I am proud to be a part of that progress, and I predict good things lie ahead for both Means and me.