Cline Tool Adds New Engineer Positions In Illinois, Tennessee

Bill Gindhart has joined central Iowa-based Cline Tool's Rockford, IL branch, while Thomas Koons has joined its Southeast Branch and will serve the Knoxville, TN area.

NEWTON, IA — Cline Tool recently announced the addition of two new field application engineer positions. Bill Gindhart recently joined their Rockford, IL branch, while Thomas Koons joined their Southeast Branch and will serve Knoxville, TN and the surrounding area.

Jim Long, President and CEO of Cline Tool said, “We are very pleased to be able to hire two industry veterans with extensive expertise and experience. Bill Gindhart has over 25 years in the metal cutting industry along with the last six years as a contract engineer, focusing on improving manufacturing process and efficiency. Thomas Koons has s strong technical background and has worked the past 11 years for Sandvik Coromant in Michigan and Texas. Manufacturers in their areas will definitely benefit from their industry knowledge and high level of engineering support.”

Founded in 1948 in Newton, IA, Cline Tool offers manufacturers a full range of services including custom metal cutting tools, engineering services, integrated supply/vending programs and tool reconditioning. They serve a variety of industries, including oil and gas, automotive, construction equipment, agriculture, medical, appliances and hydraulic valve controls.  

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