Symmetry Medical Appoints John Hynes Chief Operating Offic...( WARSAW Ind. Oct. 17 /- Symmetry M...),Health

WARSAW, Ind., Oct. 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Symmetry Medical Inc. (NYSE: SMA), an independent provider of products to the global orthopedic device industry and other medical markets, announced today the appointment of John Hynes to Chief Operating Officer, Europe effective November 1, 2007.

Mr. Hynes will assume responsibility for Symmetry's medical implant, instrument and case facilities across Europe including the UK, Ireland, France and Switzerland. He will also direct the operations of the Company's two aerospace facilities located in the UK.

Mr. Hynes is a seasoned executive with a twenty year history in operational management, achieving leadership roles in the planning and implementation of major programs designed to deliver strategic business objectives. Just prior to joining Symmetry, Mr. Hynes was responsible for strategic management of the total Rolls-Royce PLC operational supply chain covering all seven Rolls-Royce manufacturing businesses. Prior to Rolls-Royce, he was head of logistics for Land Rover Group Ltd.

Mr. Hynes graduated with a Masters Degree in Business Administration from Warwick University and attended Fords Lean Manufacturing Academy in Liverpool.

Brian Moore, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated, "We are pleased to appoint John Hynes to lead our European facilities. John is an excellent addition to our European management team. We believe his strong leadership skills and proven track record in the manufacturing sector will add to our growing strength in the global marketplace. We believe his extensive experience in the delivery of major projects, new product launches, business planning, strategic development and day-to-day operations will make major contri
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