“I’ve been with Crane a long time, and the business system and the whole lean culture we’re using now certainly helps you grow the business. It is better than anything I’ve seen.”

Russ followed in his father’s footsteps and started his career with Cochrane, one of the companies that now make up Crane Environmental, in the Controls segment. In his career he has grown within Crane Environmental and is currently Director of Operations for Crane Environmental and Site Leader for its Trooper, Pennsylvania, location. Russ truly has had the opportunity to work his way through a variety of positions of increasing responsibility, starting as a clerk in the parts department, through a variety of positions in sales, marketing, and account management. He was promoted into the role of Site Leader, and ultimately Director of Ops for Crane Environmental.

Career Path

1. Inside Parts Clerk

2. Direct Sales (end users)

3. Aftermarket Department

4. Senior Sales and Service Manager

5. Marketing Manager

6. Inside Sales Manager

7. Site Leader, Trooper, Pennsylvania

8. Director of Operations, Crane Environmental

“Crane Environmental has been very profitable in the last few years. I believe it’s because of Lean, and because of a management team that’s just the best we’ve ever had. Our people have great core values, really high standards. I enjoy working with these bright people who like to learn.”