Corry, PA – Viking Plastics, a subsidiary of Hoffmann Family of Companies, and a leader in injection molding and engineered solutions, recently announced the planned transition of its leadership team as part of a greater succession strategy. Kelly Goodsel is stepping down from his role as chief executive officer and chairman, effective November 1, 2024. Shawn Gross, the current president, will succeed Goodsel as CEO, beginning the same day. Goodsel will continue serving as chairman until the end of October and remain involved as a trusted adviser and business ambassador.
“I am excited to welcome Shawn as the next CEO of Viking Plastics,” said Geoff Hoffmann, co-CEO of Hoffmann Family of Companies. “Shawn’s extensive plastics expertise, intensive focus on quality and unwavering commitment to driving a culture of continuous improvement will take the company to new heights. Under Kelly’s leadership, Viking Plastics has seen tremendous growth, establishing itself as a leader in the injection molding and assembled products industry with a trusted brand and strong financial foundation. We wish Kelly all the best in this next chapter of his life.”
Since 1972, Viking Plastics has created innovative, cost-effective solutions for complex engineering challenges. With extensive expertise in custom molding, the company operates over 50 injection molding machines and multiple automated assembly cells across its U.S. manufacturing facilities in Kentucky, Indiana and Pennsylvania. From its headquarters in Corry, Pennsylvania, Viking Plastics serves customers globally.
Gross, the incoming CEO of Viking Plastics, expressed his appreciation for Goodsel’s impactful leadership over the years, stating, “On behalf of Viking Plastics’ stakeholders — including our customers, employees, shareholders, suppliers and community members — I want to sincerely thank Kelly for his 24 years of dedicated service, during which he held key roles as president, CEO, chairman and owner.”
Goodsel added, “It has been an honor to lead such an exceptional team at Viking Plastics as president and CEO over the past two decades. I’m deeply grateful for the countless opportunities and experiences throughout my career. I’m incredibly proud of our employees and their unwavering dedication to serving our customers. With the strength of our people, products and processes, I’m confident the company is well-positioned for continued growth and success. Shawn is a well-rounded executive with a proven track record, and I’m certain he, along with the management team, will further strengthen Viking’s position as the partner of choice across all areas of the business.”
For more information, visit vikingplastics.com.
