Mike Brandes Named Vice President, Operations at Universal Package Systems
DALE, IN (March 29, 2009) - Universal Package Systems is pleased to announce the hiring of Mr. Mike Brandes as Vice President, Operations. Mr. Brandes has over 34 years of experience in the packaging industry, and will focus on helping customers and prospects develop creative and cost-effective solutions to packaging, storage and related material handling challenges.
Brandes' far-reaching packaging and material handling experience includes working in manufacturing, assembly, estimating, sales, business development, general management and executive positions at a variety of packaging, transportation and material handling companies. Most recently, Brandes was the General Manager and Business Development Manager at the Tecumseh Corrugated Box Company.
Mr. Jim Kulbeth, President at Universal Package Systems commented, "We're thrilled about being able to add someone with Mike's experience to our team. Our customers will benefit tremendously from his experience and knowledge of the industry, and most importantly, his ability to look beyond the obvious, and develop creative and cost-effective packaging and material handling solutions."
About Universal Package Systems
Universal Package Systems is a manufacturer and marketer of new and used, reusable plastic and metal bulk containers, totes, dunnage, plastic and metal pallets, custom dimension (cut and weld) containers, and custom material handling solutions. We also offer our Universal Plus clean and repair program, and can refurbish your used containers back to perfect working condition.