Craig Williams

Sales Engineer

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Craig Williams joined Lyons as a Sales Engineer in 2019, bringing with him over 35 years of experience in the food service industry. His expertise spans both back-of-house stainless steel equipment and front-of-house millwork. Starting his career as a teenager in the fabrication area, Craig advanced through the ranks, managing various departments and mastering every aspect of the business.

At Lyons, Craig leverages his hands-on experience to transform customer needs into precise 3D models, engineered to fit the company’s capabilities. His unique skill set ensures that his tailored designs not only meet customer requirements but also enhance profitability.

In his free time, Craig enjoys spending time with family, woodworking, and supporting the non-profit organization his significant other leads, which provides essential services and employment opportunities to the special needs community.

John Fryia

Retail Solutions Specialist

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With 35 years of retail fixture experience, John brings an unparalleled understanding of both products and retailers’ needs. His background in product design, coupled with over three decades in fixture sales, makes his expertise in front-end solutions unmatched in the industry.

John is committed to close collaboration with customers, developing tailored, efficient, and cost-effective solutions. Whether working with large national and global retail chains or local independent grocery and retail customers, John and the team deliver products that are right for your needs and your budget.

Jay Hufft

Supply Chain Manager

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Jay Hufft has been with Lyons for over 15 years, starting as a Purchasing Clerk and progressing through roles such as Buyer/Planner and Director of Planning & Scheduling before becoming Operations Manager in September 2022. His extensive experience spans production, sales, purchasing, engineering, quality, and more, giving him a comprehensive understanding of the business.

Outside of work, Jay enjoys the outdoors, history, music, sports, and spending time with his wife and two daughters.

Ernesto Milan

Director of Quality and Engineering

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Ernesto Milan joined Lyons as the Director of Quality and Engineering in August 2021. He has been instrumental in driving improvements and ensuring operational excellence and has over a decade of experience in quality assurance, engineering, and management. Ernesto has successfully implemented systems that enhance efficiency and maintain high product standards.

Ernesto served in various leadership positions at Lyons, focusing on quality management and process optimization. His expertise in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement has been key to the company’s operational capacity.

Outside of his professional work, Ernesto enjoys expending time with family and reading.

Ernesto holds a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from Instituto Tecnológico de Santo Domingo and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, as well as a Master’s degree in Engineering Management from Indiana Institute of Technology.