VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – STIHL Inc., a leading manufacturer of chain saws and handheld outdoor power equipment, has announced the appointment of Matthias Wolf to the position of manager of manufacturing engineering. In his new role, Wolf will be responsible for providing and implementing manufacturing methodology, controlling tool and equipment designs and specifications, and estimating and relating engineering data to achieve the most economical manufacture of parts and products.
Wolf joins STIHL with more than 10 years of management experience. In his most recent position, he served as vice president for the American subsidiary of Hengst Automotive, where he was responsible for analyzing technology, resource needs and market demands, as well as planning projects and overseeing development. Wolf will also develop and implement policies and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed by the firm. Prior to Hengst, Wolf was the General Manager of Imperial Schrade Europe Ltd. in Listowel County Kerry, Ireland.
Wolf received a master’s degree in mechanical and electronic engineering from the Technical University of Berlin in Berlin, Germany, and a certification in accounting and finance from the Midlands Technical College in Columbia, SC.
About STIHL Inc.
STIHL Inc. manufactures the world's largest selling brand of chain saws and produces a full line of powerful, lightweight, and versatile handheld outdoor power equipment for homeowners and professional users. STIHL products are sold through independent servicing power equipment retailers from coast to coast not mass merchants. STIHL products sold through U.S. STIHL dealers are for distribution in the United States only. For more information or for the name of the closest STIHL retailer call toll free 1-800-GO STIHL (1-800-467-8445) or visit the dealer locator on STIHL's Web site at www.stihlusa.com.
STIHL is proud to be the title sponsor of the 2009 STIHL Tour des Trees, a cross-country cycling and education event to benefit the Tree Research and Education Endowment (TREE) Fund. The event is America’s largest fundraiser to improve the care of trees through research and education.
