Schupan & Sons adds vice president of human resources

Sheila Lipsey joins the company.

Schupan & Sons Inc., with headquarters in Kalamazoo, Michigan, has announced the addition of Sheila Lipsey as vice president of human resources. She joined the company July 6.

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Lipsey will be responsible for developing the company’s human resources strategy and will work alongside management and division presidents to drive performance, teamwork and employee development to meet Schupan’s long-term business objectives.

She joins Schupan from Altium Packaging, where she most recently worked as human resources director. Lipsey will report to Schupan Chief Operating Officer Tom Emmerich and will be on the executive leadership team.

“Sheila’s experience, passion and insights will play a vital role as Schupan continues to grow its business, employees and environmental commitments,” Emmerich says. “Her leadership will be critical as we continue to invest in the talent and ongoing skills needed for a global workforce.”

Lipsey holds a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration: human resources management from Western Michigan University. She also is Senior Professional in Human Resource certified, completed the Occupational Safety and Health Administration 30-Hour General Industry and 30-Hour Construction Industry trainings, is certified as a professional coach and Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner.

Schupan & Sons Inc. is a third-generation, family-owned metals and plastics business specializing in industrial and electronics recycling, asset management, fabrication and distribution, beverage container processing and materials trading. The company has 15 facilities throughout Michigan, Ohio and Indiana and was incorporated in 1968 by Nelson L. Schupan.

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