WHO WE ARE

building a great company with great people, doing it the right way.

Who We Are

The ATS Packaging & Food Technology (PFT) group of decentralized companies
specialize in packaging, inspection, and conveyance in the food & beverage, medical
device, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics industries as well as primary and secondary
processing & inspection of fresh produce for the global food industry.

Systems in sync.
Performance for life.

At PFT, we are more than a collection of machines and brands—we design and deliver integrated industrial solutions that enhance performance across the entire lifecycle. By combining technology, people, and systems, we help manufacturers optimize throughput, quality, and operational efficiency, from individual equipment to fully connected automation lines. As a major division of ATS, our work aligns with the broader mission of creating solutions that positively impact lives around the world. Through deep engineering expertise, global service capabilities, and smart industrial ecosystems, PFT drives lasting value for our customers, meaningful opportunities for our employees, and long-term resilience for our shareholders. We build solutions that evolve with your operations and deliver measurable impact where it matters most.

“Our responsibility extends far beyond building equipment—we align technology, people, and systems across the entire lifecycle to deliver performance that endures for years to come.”

— Simon Roberts, President, PFT Group

Our 3 Pillars of Technology

OUR PURPOSE

Creating Solutions that Positively Impact Lives Around the World.

In support of the ATS purpose, our solutions impact lives across every geography and a multitude of industries. Leaders innovate – and our mission is to drive continuous improvement for our employees, customers, and shareholders. We accomplish this through a clear commitment to employee engagement programs, continuous improvement, innovation, world-class service and support, and the highest quality, productivity, and sustainability standards.

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Our Leaders

Driving continuous improvement

The ATS Business Model (ABM) provides the foundation of continuous improvement in every area of our business. ATS PFT Leadership is committed to providing the resources and support our businesses need to succeed in every critical area of their organization.

  • ATS Packaging & Food Technology Leaders
  • PFT team meeting
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Simon Roberts

President - ATS Packaging & Food Technology

Mark Laudick

Vice President, Finance - ATS Packaging & Food Technology

Kamila Schmitt

Vice President, HR - ATS Packaging & Food Technology

Nick Taraborelli

Vice President, Business Development - ATS Packaging & Food Technology

Dan Clevenger

Vice President, Marketing, Strategy, M&A - ATS Packaging & Food Technology

Matt Campbell

Director, IT and Systems, ATS Packaging & Food Technology

Alessandro Merusi

CEO CFT Group

Daniele Gotti

Managing Director Comac

Andreas Graf

President, IWK

Bruce Alexander

Managing Director MARCO

Gianluca Simonelli

Managing Director RayTec Vision

Andrew Syzek

Vice President, Aftersales & Service - ATS Packaging & Food Technology

Maico Zanco

Managing Director - Siapi

ABM Core Values

ABM starts with our Core Values: People, Process, Performance

People: Our Foundation

“Technology doesn’t create value on its own — people do. Our role at PFT is to empower the operators, engineers, and leaders who bring these systems to life every day.” — Simon Roberts, President, PFT Group

Process: A Culture of
Continuous Improvement

“Process is where strategy becomes repeatable results. Through ATS ABM, we design clarity into complexity — so operations scale with confidence, not friction.” — Simon Roberts, President, PFT Group

Performance: For Employees,
Customers, and Shareholders

“Performance is not a moment at commissioning. It’s a commitment that extends across the lifecycle — measured in uptime, adaptability, and long-term partnership.” — Simon Roberts, President, PFT Group