Reading Bakery Systems (RBS) announced it promoted Travis Getz to Senior Vice President, Operations. In his new role, he will lead the project management, engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, and technical services departments, as well as the operations in Reading’s Tianjin, China facility.

Getz joined RBS in 2001 and has been in charge of various roles of increasing responsibility, including Electrical Engineer, Project Engineer, Manager of Engineering Operations, Director of Engineering Services, and Vice President of Operations.

He graduated Penn State University with a degree in Electrical Engineering, and has an MBA from West Chester University. Before joining RBS, Getz served in the US Navy.

“Travis has been a key part of our sustained growth over the last 20 years. He has a clear focus on efficiency and innovation and inspires confidence in team members to deliver results. His leadership and commitment to excellence make him an invaluable asset to our company,” said Chip Czulada, President, RBS.

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