Rick Paul
Owner
Thanks for considering our company. It is our privilege to be able to provide you with tools, information and accessories to help make your business more productive and more profitable. For over the past 80 years we have built our reputation on assisting companies like yours. From small one-man shops to large expanding companies across the country, we are constantly called upon to give good sound advice and recommendations to solve manufacturing problems. Please give us a call.
Ricky Paul
Production Coordinator
Joining the company in 2009 with a background in Business Administration and Engineering, Rick oversees shop production and tool design. He is also responsible for purchasing new equipment and maintaining customer relations in the area.
Jay Oliva
Inside Sales / Inventory Control
With a home remodeling and custom woodworking background, Jay is a natural in working with customer inquiries and orders. Jay handles both stock and custom orders and will gladly do what is required when special conditions arise. Straight to the point, accurate, efficient and helpful. In addition to being a key member of our Customer Relations team, Jay also oversees purchasing and inventory management.
Joe DeCotiis
Operations and Custom Tool Manager
The son of a cabinetmaker, Joe learned early the importance of quality tooling and machines. Prior to working at Charles G. G. Schmidt, Joe had his own cabinet making/contractor business. From his experience working with customers, designing tools and running machines, he is extremely qualified to provide recommendations and solutions for your tooling needs. He is always available to answer questions on custom tooling and technical advice.
Ken Davis
Inside Sales
Ken has been around tools and machinery his entire life. As a former owner of tool store, he is familiar with listening to the customer to find out what he is looking for and to recommend the right solution. He handles stock and custom calls with the same undivided attention and knowledge to get our customers what they need accurately.
James Mirarchi
Head Tool Designer and Programming