Keith Burton, VP OperationBristol Compressors International, Inc., a leading global producer of compressors for use in air conditioning, heat pump and refrigeration systems, has named Keith Burton as vice president of operations.

Burton most recently served as vice president of global operations at Jacobs Vehicle Systems (a Danaher company) in Bloomfield, Conn., where he was responsible for facilities at Bloomfield and Suzhou, China. Prior to that, he was general manager and vice president of manufacturing at HON/HNI, a supplier of office furniture in the mid-market segment. Burton’s earlier career positions were in the heavy truck and automotive industry.

“Keith is an outstanding addition to our management team,” said Ed Gniewek, CEO of Bristol Compressors. “His manufacturing experience and career accomplishments are among the best in the industry, and we are confident in his leadership of our company’s operations as we grow and expand our markets.”

As vice president of operations, Burton will ensure that manufacturing stays on track in the areas of safety, quality, delivery and inventory; that processes meet performance requirements; and that BCI is a viable company for the future.

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