Hutch Ranck – Chairman

Hutch Ranck – Chairman

  • Joined Autopak in 2019 as first Non-Executive Chairman.
  • Over 40 years of experience in the agricultural chemical industry.
  • Former CEO of Dupont ANZ and former Chairman of Elders Ltd.
Dr Paul Kearney – Executive Director

Dr Paul Kearney – Executive Director

  • Founder of Autopak and Managing Director for 30 years.
  • 40 years experience in chemical manufacturing.
  • Expertise in designing, building and relocating chemical manufacturing facilities.
Peter Kearney – Managing Director

Peter Kearney – Managing Director

  • Joined Autopak in 2009 as Business Manager.
  • Transitioned from Business Manager to General Manager in 2011 and Managing Director in 2019.
  • 19 years experience in accounting and finance in Sydney, London and New York.
Adam Smith – Chief Operating Officer

Adam Smith – Chief Operating Officer

  • Joined Autopak in 2019 as Operations manager and promoted to COO in 2023.
  • Responsible for all aspects of Autopak production, supply chain, warehousing and waste management.
  • 20+ years of experience in Manufacturing, Warehousing and Production management roles.
Daniel O'Connor – Group Technical Director

Daniel O'Connor – Group Technical Director

  • Joined Autopak-Vetlab Group in 2021.
  • Over 20 years experience in Quality Control.
  • Responsible for all Quality Control across Autopak-Vetlab Group.
Nilesh Mendpara – Technical Manager

Nilesh Mendpara – Technical Manager

  • Joined Autopak in 2012.
  • Responsible for managing all R&D projects as well as providing technical expertise for product and quality improvements.
  • Holds a Masters in Organic Chemistry.
Craig Wallis – WHS, Regulatory & Training Manager

Craig Wallis – WHS, Regulatory & Training Manager

  • Joined Autopak from BASF in 2010 with 20 years experience in manufacturing operations in Australia.
  • Responsible for all aspects of Work, Health & Safety and regulatory issues as well as staff training.
Lucy Young – Group CFO

Lucy Young – Group CFO

  • Joined Autopak-Vetlab Group in 2019.
  • 30+ years’ experience in the Finance Industry.
  • Responsible for all financials across Autopak-Vetlab Group.

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