Steve Allen Joins the Thermo-Kool Team

 Thermo-Kool is proud to announce Steve Allen as our new Plant Manager.

In his role, Steve’s responsibilities will include overseeing Thermo-Kool’s manufacturing operations, ensuring production schedules are met, driving continuous process improvements, maintaining quality and safety standards, and working with department leaders to support employee development and operational excellence.

Steve brings more than 20 years of manufacturing and operations leadership experience, with a proven track record of driving production efficiency, process improvement, safety initiatives, and team development. Prior to joining Thermo-Kool, he held leadership roles across a variety of manufacturing environments, overseeing large-scale operations, implementing lean manufacturing strategies, and leading continuous improvement programs. This extensive experience positions him to build upon Thermo-Kool’s tradition of quality craftsmanship while helping lead the company into its next chapter of growth.

In announcing the hire, Thermo-Kool’s President and CEO, Rand McLaughlin, stated, “Steve brings a wealth of manufacturing and operational leadership experience to Thermo-Kool, but what has impressed me most is his willingness to share that knowledge to develop those around him and foster a strong team environment. Since joining our company, he has demonstrated a commitment to continuous improvement, collaboration, and excellence that aligns perfectly with our core values. I am confident Steve will have a positive impact not only on our production team, but across the entire organization as we continue building on Thermo-Kool’s legacy.”

Thermo-Kool is located in Laurel, Mississippi, and is a leading manufacturer of walk-in coolers & freezers and integrated blast chillers/shock freezers.