Please join us in extending a warm welcome to the newest members of the GracoRoberts family. We’re excited to have you on board and look forward to the skills, perspectives, and energy you bring to the team. We wish you every success as you begin your journey with us.
New Hires
Gil Oceguera Welcomes Israel Montaz, Blending Operator I, Carson, CA
I am proud to announce that Chris Smith has joined GracoRoberts as Director of Operations for the Arlington facility. Reporting directly to Mark Tepera, Chris assumes responsibility for the Arlington warehouse including Shipping, Receiving, and Repack. Chris brings to GracoRoberts a strong background in coatings and sealants from his 20+ years of experience as Ops Manager at Pinnacle Coatings, Hub Manager at PPG, and Branch Manager for Akzo. Since Chris' start date on April 6, he and Renee Carlson have been actively working side-by-side and shall continue to do so throughout the month of April to ramp-up and transfer knowledge. A special thank you to Renee Carlson for serving as Interim and for her continued support during Chris’s onboarding process.
Teresa Pepperell Welcomes Naylen Gavin, Buyer I, Arlington, TX
I am very excited to introduce our newest member of our GracoRoberts team at the Arlington facility, Mychal Daniel! 🎉
Mychal comes to us directly from Pontiac, MI along with his three wonderful kids with whom he enjoys spending quality, family time. He brings impressive certifications and a background in hazardous materials shipping, having worked the past 12 years at Akzo Nobel.
Please join me in welcoming Mychal to the family!
Mark Tepera Welcomes Brandon Pegan, Warehouse Operations Clerk, Carson, CA
Brandon was born and raised in Long Beach, CA and brings an energetic and adventurous spirit to the team. He enjoys staying active, often spending his free time hiking with his dogs, and has a strong passion for travel and exploring new destinations. Brandon is also an avid fan of live music, frequently attending concerts and festivals whenever possible. In quieter moments, he enjoys playing video games. Please join us in welcoming Brandon as he steps into his role as a fulltime Warehouse Operations Clerk. He is excited to be part of the GracoRoberts team and looks forward to making meaningful contributions.
Promotion/Transfer
Mark Tepera Congratulates Sergio De La Torre on his promotion to Warehouse Operations Supervisor, Arlington, TX