Milltronics Appoints Paul Wichert New General Manager

9/21/2011

Waconia, MN, September 1, 2011 – Paul Wichert has joined Milltronics CNC Machines to lead as General Manager.

In this role, Wichert will lead the Milltronics team and will have overall responsibility for the company’s strategic and operational objectives, reporting to Dan Zdon, Executive VP/COO of Liberty Diversified International (LDI).

Wichert has a proven record of leadership, performance and profitability in the machine tool industry, moving steadily through his career into roles of increasing responsibility. His 30-year career started with Giddings and Lewis Machine Tool Company. His most recent positions were President of Ellison Technologies – Minnesota and Chief Executive Officer of the Samsung Machine Tools.

“Milltronics is committed to the success of their customers. Their dedication to continuous improvement is impressive,” said Wichert. “I look forward to working with the dedicated team at Milltronics, along with our network of dealers, to accomplish our global growth strategies.” A cum laude graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Stout, Wichert holds a Bachelor of Science degree in industrial technology.

Milltronics CNC Machines, based in Waconia, Minn., is a leading supplier of machine tools serving industry worldwide since 1973. No other company offers as many milling and turning machines for both toolroom and production environments. The company’s reputation is built on quality hardware and software products, plus exceptional customer service. It is part of the Liberty Diversified International family of companies. More information is available at www.milltronics.net.