Kaast Machine Tools announces staffing changes

Kaast Machine Tools Inc., Aldan, Pa., has hired Patrick Oplt as inside sales specialist at its new showroom in Schiller Park, Ill. He is available to provide walk-throughs, machine demonstrations, and quotes to those in the region.

Chris Golas has been promoted to sales manager after joining the company as an inside sales specialist in 2022. He is helping to lead sales efforts and continues to grow the network of relationships he has established across the southern U.S.

The company has hired Jess Gretch as marketing manager. She received a bachelor’s degree in fine arts from the Tyler School of Art at Temple University. In addition to her graphic design skills, she has a wealth of web development and marketing knowledge.

The service department welcomes Derrick (Rick) Jardine and his son, Logan Jardine, as new service technicians. Rick has an extensive mechanical repair background, and Logan is enjoying the hands-on training the position requires.