Smithers Quality Assessments Names New GM, Quality Manager

Smithers Quality Assessments (SQA), Akron, Ohio, has announced the hiring of Aaron Troschinetz as GM for North America and Brian Keckler as quality manager. Troschinetz will work directly with clients, focusing on how to provide them with the highest level of service. Keckler will oversee the quality management system, focusing on each sector of Smithers' third party services, as well as the company's internal processes. 

"We conducted a rigorous search to fill our general manager position, and Aaron brings a wealth of industry, commercial, process, and leadership experience to our organization," said Jeannette Preston, president, SQA North America. "Brian's history of working with oversight offices, along with his attention to detail, made him an ideal fit as a quality manager."

Troschinetz has more than 16 years of experience in the automotive, aerospace, and information technology industries, previously working with Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake, SAI Global, and NSF International. He has a B.A. degree in business administration from Michigan Technological University.

Keckler joins SQA after 25 years with SAI Global. As automotive sector technical manager, Keckler oversaw the global scheme for the company in the TS 16949 standard and ensured compliance with the International Automotive Task Force (IATF). He holds a B.S. degree in science in electrical engineering from Ohio Northern University. 

This announcement is part of Smithers' larger global expansion. 

The Smithers Group includes Smithers Apex, Smithers Avanza, Smithers Pira, Smithers Quality Assessments, Smithers Rapra, and Smithers Viscient. Each Smithers Group company provides technology-based services focused on a defined market. As a group, the diversity of market sectors and technologies provides stability and a platform for long-term growth. By integrating science, technology, and business expertise, Smithers' goal is to add value throughout the lifecycle of its clients' products, by utilizing testing, consulting, information, and compliance services.