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AMETEK, Inc. (Form: 8-K)  

 

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

     
Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported):   January 14, 2016

AMETEK, Inc.
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(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

     
Delaware 1-12981 14-1682544
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(State or other jurisdiction 		_____________
(Commission 		______________
(I.R.S. Employer
of incorporation) File Number) Identification No.)
      
1100 Cassatt Road, Berwyn, Pennsylvania   19312
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(Address of principal executive offices) 		  ___________
(Zip Code)
     
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code:   610-647-2121

Not Applicable
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Former name or former address, if changed since last report

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On January 14, 2016, AMETEK, Inc. (the "Company") announced that Robert R. Mandos, Jr., Executive Vice President – Chief Financial Officer of the Company, intends to retire effective May 15, 2016.

The Company also announced that William J. Burke was elected Executive Vice President – Chief Financial Officer of the Company effective May 15, 2016, assuming Mr. Mandos’ position.

Mr. Burke, 54, currently serves as Senior Vice President – Comptroller & Treasurer, a position he has held since July 2012. Previously Mr. Burke served as the Company's Vice President - Treasurer from November 2011 through June 2012. From March 2007 through November 2011, Mr. Burke served as the Company's Vice President - Investor Relations and Treasurer.

A copy of the Company’s press releases are attached hereto as Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 and are incorporated by reference herein.





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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

         
    AMETEK, Inc.
          
January 14, 2016   By:   /s/ William J. Burke
       
        Name: William J. Burke
        Title: Senior Vice President - Comptroller & Treasurer

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Exhibit Index


     
Exhibit No.   Description
 
99.1
  Copy of press release issued by AMETEK, Inc. on January 14, 2016.
99.2
  Copy of press release issued by AMETEK, Inc. on January 14, 2016.
EX-99.1

Exhibit 99.1

Contact: Kevin Coleman +1 610-889-5250

AMETEK CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER ROBERT R. MANDOS, JR. TO RETIRE

BERWYN, PA, JANUARY 14, 2016 – AMETEK, Inc. (NYSE: AME) today announced that Robert R. Mandos, Jr., AMETEK Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, has decided to retire after 35 years of service, including nearly 4 years as Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Mandos’ retirement will be effective May 15, 2016. AMETEK’s Board of Directors has named William J. Burke, currently AMETEK Senior Vice President, Comptroller & Treasurer, to succeed Mr. Mandos as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.

“I would like to thank Bob for his tremendous contributors to AMETEK over a long and distinguished 35 year career,” said Frank Hermance, AMETEK Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “Bob’s leadership, guidance and expertise have been instrumental in the success of the Company and the development of our world-class finance organization. On behalf of all AMETEK colleagues, I congratulate Bob on his outstanding career, and wish him and his family all the best as they plan for his upcoming retirement.”

Mr. Mandos joined AMETEK in 1981 as Assistant Liaison Controller. In 1983 he was named Cost Accounting Manager for the Controls Division and in 1986 Division Controller for Haveg. Mr. Mandos was appointed Corporate Liaison Controller in 1989 and Division Vice President, Finance, for U.S. Gauge in 1992. In 1996, Mr. Mandos was named Corporate Comptroller and was elected Corporate Vice President in 1998. He was named Senior Vice President in 2004 and in 2012 was elected Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.

Corporate Profile
AMETEK is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electro-mechanical devices with annual sales of $4.0 billion. AMETEK’s Corporate Growth Plan is based on Four Key Strategies: Operational Excellence, Strategic Acquisitions, Global & Market Expansion and New Products. AMETEK’s objective is double-digit percentage growth in earnings per share over the business cycle and a superior return on total capital. The common stock of AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500 Index.

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EX-99.2

Exhibit 99.2

Contact: Kevin Coleman +1 610-889-5247

WILLIAM J. BURKE ELECTED EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

BERWYN, PA, JANUARY 14, 2016 – AMETEK, Inc. (NYSE: AME) today announced that the Board of Directors has elected William J. Burke as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective May 15, 2016. Mr. Burke currently serves as Senior Vice President, Comptroller & Treasurer. He will replace Robert R. Mandos, Jr. who has announced his retirement after 35 very successful years with AMETEK.

Frank Hermance, AMETEK Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, said, “I am very pleased to announce Bill’s appointment to Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Bill has been a significant contributor to the success and growth of AMETEK over his 28 year career. His extensive background in corporate finance, treasury, risk management and investor relations, along with his strong leadership skills make him ideally suited for this position.”

Mr. Burke joined AMETEK in 1987 and served in a number of financial, operational and business unit management roles prior to being named Vice President, Investor & Corporate Relations in 1999. He was named Vice President, Investor Relations and Treasurer in 2007 and in 2012 was elected to his current role as Senior Vice President, Comptroller & Treasurer.

Mr. Burke holds a BS in Business Management from Boston College and an MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

Corporate Profile
AMETEK is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electro-mechanical devices with annual sales of $4.0 billion. AMETEK’s Corporate Growth Plan is based on Four Key Strategies: Operational Excellence, Strategic Acquisitions, Global & Market Expansion and New Products. AMETEK’s objective is double-digit percentage growth in earnings per share over the business cycle and a superior return on total capital. The common stock of AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500 Index.

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