Automated Packaging Systems appoints new vice president of sales, North America
Automated Packaging Systems has announced the promotion of Jay Patras to vice president of sales, North America. In his new position, Mr. Patras will have responsibility for managing the day-to-day operations of the company’s North American sales channel and its full line of Autobag, SidePouch and AirPouchmachines and materials. In this role, Mr. Patras will also serve as a member of the Executive Leadership Team reporting to company president, Cliff Brehm.
Most recently, Jay Patras held the position of national field sales director for Automated Packaging Systems. Prior to that, Mr. Patras was the Northeast regional business director for the company, successfully managing both the sales and service operations for that region. His early career with Automated Packaging began in 2007 as an area sales manager, which then led to a promotion to district sales manager. He succeeds Brad Worman, who has retired after 40 years of dedicated service.