WAUSAU, WI - Linetec has promoted Jeff A. Fochs Jr. to Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Fochs reports directly to Linetec's President Jon Close, who previously held this position.

In his new role, Fochs will oversee Linetec's national outside sales, inside sales and marketing teams. For now, he also will continue to serve as the East-Central Regional Sales Manager. Linetec provides customers with a single-source solution for high-performance architectural coatings, anodize and specialty finishes; thermal improvement services; stretch forming; and repair and restoration services.

Since joining Linetec in 2012, Fochs has led the East-Central territory to significant growth by developing long-term customer relationships across nine states, adding value and expanding services. Among his accomplishments, he was instrumental in successfully implementing Linetec's flat sheet program. This full-service program provides flat sheet aluminum in any quantity and in any choice of anodize finish or paint color, including custom matches, micas and metallics.

Fochs works in close collaboration with Linetec's production staff to ensure the company meets customer quality and timeline expectations. Fochs also has served as a facilitator for Linetec's Kaizen program and regularly teams with his fellow associates on continuous improvement projects.