Syntec Optics Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: OPTX), a leading provider of technology products to defense, biomedical, communications, and consumer industry leaders, today announced that Tom Lopa has joined the company as Director of Opto-Mechanicals. Mr. Lopa brings extensive experience in manufacturing operations, strategic leadership, and manufacturing process optimization to Syntec Optics.
In his new role, Mr. Lopa will lead and increase production for aiming, satellite, biomedical, and night vision opto-mechanical products.
These Syntec products enable light for diverse end markets like defense, communication, biomedical, and consumer by creatively combining several different opto-mechanical operations within Syntec’s unique optics manufacturing facility.
“We are thrilled to welcome Tom to the Syntec Optics team,” said Mike Ransford, Site Leader at Syntec Optics. “Tom’s proven track record in leading high-performing manufacturing operations and driving significant process improvements is exactly what we need as we enhance and scale our opto-mechanical offerings. His expertise in lean manufacturing, quality systems, and strategic facility development, including his prior experience in optics manufacturing, will be invaluable as we integrate more complex capabilities to serve a broader range of customer needs.”
Mr. Lopa commented, “I am excited to join Syntec Optics at such a pivotal time. The company’s commitment to innovation and strategic vision for integrated optical solutions is compelling. I look forward to leveraging my experience in operational excellence and team leadership to build upon Syntec’s strong foundation and contribute to its growth by leading the opto-mechanical operations.”
Mr. Lopa is a results-driven leader with decades of experience in advanced manufacturing. Most recently, as Production Manager in a satellite division, he led initiatives that significantly increased capacity, improved on-time delivery, and yielded substantial savings through continuous improvement and automation. His background also includes roles as Plant Manager, where he transformed manufacturing processes into world-class lean operations.
Mr. Lopa holds an MBA from the University of Scranton and a BS in Business Management from Rochester Institute of Technology. He is a certified Six Sigma Black Belt with expertise in various quality systems.
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