Intelligrated^®, a North American-based automated material handling solutions provider, announces the promotion of Chris Hillman to the position of sales engineer for its central regional operations.

In his new role, Hillman is responsible for developing long-term relationships and ensuring Intelligrated provides the most cost-effective solution with the latest technology, based on careful analysis of customer business needs. He helps drive Intelligrated growth efforts in the region by identifying new business opportunities, serves as the primary point of contact for initial system concept and design, and manages communication between customer staff and Intelligrated’s Lifecycle Support Services group.

“Chris brings well-rounded experience to his new position, with a strong distribution and manufacturing acumen to serve current and potential customers,” says Doug Westerman, vice president, central regional sales and operations. “His experience and skillset establish him as a credible source to provide customers with innovative solutions that fit their business.”

Hillman joined Intelligrated in a post-sales mechanical engineering role before most recently serving as an applications engineer, developing automated material handling systems for greenfield and existing facilities. Hillman holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical and manufacturing engineering technology from Northern Kentucky University.

Intelligrated’s central regional sales and operations provides the company’s complete lineup of material handling automation equipment and software, system concepting and design services for manufacturing and distribution operations. Based in Mason, Ohio the central operation serves companies located in Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Tennessee and West Virginia.