Ron Plazek

Ron Plazek

Vice President, Sourcing

Named vice president of sourcing in 2022, Ron Plazek is responsible for sourcing, raw material operation, and warehousing. In this role, Ron and his teams work closely with suppliers to identify and reduce supply chain risks with a focus on quality, availability and cost. He joined Swagelok as director of operational accounting in 2013, and in 2017, transitioned into a role as director of global sourcing, with responsibility for indirect and component sourcing, as well as supplier development.

After graduating from Purdue University with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Ron began his career as an auditor with the accounting firm Coopers and Lybrand. During his tenure, he found that he had the greatest connection with clients in the manufacturing sector. So, when he was ready for a career change, he accepted a position that combined the worlds of finance and manufacturing at Rubbermaid. He continued his career in operations controller positions at companies including Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. and Glidden Paint before joining Swagelok.

Outside of Swagelok, Ron serves on the boards of Feeding Medina County and Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland & East Central Ohio.