13 September 2011

Luminus appoints head of Global Operations

Luminus Devices Inc of Billerica, MA, USA, which manufactures PhlatLight (photonic lattice) LEDs for illumination applications, has appointed Rodolfo Archbold as VP & general manager of Global Operations. He joins Luminus from SolarOne Solutions, where he held senior leadership roles including chief operating officer.

Archbold will be responsible for global fabrication and contract manufacturing, assembly, supply chain management, procurement, quality, and continuous improvement programs at all Luminus facilities.

“Rodolfo brings global expansion experience that will be essential to execute our operations strategy, including ISO initiatives and development of strategic alliances with worldwide partners,” says president & CEO Keith T.S. Ward. “To continue our rapid worldwide growth, we need the manufacturing leadership and vision Rodolfo Archbold brings to Luminus; he will enhance all aspects of our global operations,” he adds. 

Archbold has also held executive positions with Evergreen Solar, Nypro, Hewlett-Packard and Exxon. He holds a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico, and an M.B.A. in Finance and International Business from New York University.

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