Autoquip Welcomes Gauthier Pierozak as General Manager
Bringing decades of industrial manufacturing leadership and a customer-focused approach to Autoquip.
Autoquip Corporation is pleased to announce the appointment of Gauthier Pierozak as General Manager, effective July 2026. Gauthier succeeds Chris Kuehni, who is retiring after more than four decades in engineered equipment manufacturing and many years of dedicated leadership at Autoquip.
With more than 30 years of experience in industrial manufacturing, engineering, and commercial leadership, Gauthier brings a strong track record of driving growth, developing customer partnerships, and leading high-performing teams. Most recently, he served as Vice President of Commercial at Cimarron Energy, where he led sales, business development, and key account initiatives across the energy sector.
A mechanical engineer who is fluent in both English and French, Gauthier has built an international career leading organizations through growth, operational excellence, and customer-focused innovation. His experience aligns well with Autoquip’s commitment to delivering engineered lifting, material handling, and automation solutions that solve complex customer challenges.
Building on a Strong Foundation
As General Manager, Gauthier will oversee Autoquip’s family of brands, including Autoquip, OSCO Controls, J.A. Becker, and Vasari Car Lifts. He will lead the organization as it continues expanding its engineered lifting capabilities, strengthening its manufacturing operations, and growing its presence in key industrial markets.
“Autoquip has built an outstanding reputation for engineering excellence, product quality, and customer commitment,” said Pierozak. “I’m excited to join such a talented team and help build on that legacy while continuing to invest in innovation, operational excellence, and exceptional customer service.”
Positioned for Continued Growth
Gauthier joins Autoquip during an exciting period of growth as the company continues expanding its portfolio of lifting and automation solutions. Recent investments in manufacturing capabilities, engineering resources, and the integration of J.A. Becker’s heavy-duty lifting technologies further strengthen Autoquip’s ability to serve customers across North America and around the world.
His leadership will help advance Autoquip’s long-term strategy of delivering innovative, application-focused solutions while maintaining the company’s longstanding commitment to quality, safety, and customer success.
Please join us in welcoming Gauthier Pierozak to the Autoquip team as we look forward to this exciting new chapter.
Get to know Gauthier. In our latest email announcement, Gauthier answers questions about his background, leadership style, and what excites him most about joining Autoquip.