JONESBORO, Ark. — Hytrol Conveyor Co. is pleased to announce the promotion of Todd McClung to Chief Operations Officer (COO), effective Jan. 1.

McClung began his career with Hytrol in 1996 and brings over three decades of industry experience. During his time at Hytrol, McClung has served in several capacities, most recently, as the Vice President of Manufacturing Operations.

In his latest role, McClung will lead all company operations, including fabrication, assembly and maintenance in Jonesboro and Fort Smith. His focus will be on continued expansion of operational capabilities, strengthening of manufacturing performance and supporting the company’s strategic growth initiatives.

“Hytrol has been my professional home for 30 years, and I am honored to take on the role of COO,” McClung said. “We have an incredible team, a strong culture and a clear vision for the future. I look forward to helping drive continued growth and innovation for customers, our employees and our community.”

Hytrol President David Peacock said, “Todd is a great leader. He understands our wealth of products and how we do things at Hytrol. I’m proud of his career progression and excited for what he’s going to do for our company’s continued success.”

An Arkansas State University graduate, McClung holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology. He also serves on the board of directors for the Jonesboro Chamber of Commerce and is president of the Workforce Training Consortium Board.

Outside of work, McClung enjoys spending time with his family, especially his new grandson, Hudson, as well as watching sports and exploring food trucks and restaurants while traveling. He and his wife, Erica, have two daughters, Madison and Carleigh, and a son-in-law, Austin. The family is proud to call Northeast Arkansas home.

About Hytrol:

Hytrol Conveyor Company, Inc. is a world leader in the design and manufacturing of material handling systems for a wide range of industries. Since its founding, the company has been committed to advancing the material handling industry through innovation and continuous improvement. As the largest conveyor manufacturer in the United States, Hytrol designs, develops, and delivers some of the most advanced systems available. These solutions are supported by Hytrol’s Integration Partner Network—a group of more than 100 independent businesses worldwide that work directly with customers to design, implement, and maintain systems tailored to their needs. For more information on Hytrol, visit hytrol.com.