Darshawn Hood

Electroplater

Darshawn joined Beringer Plating in 2017, you can find him on our Zinc Rack Line plating all of the uniquely sized and heavy parts.

Logan Hogie

Electroplater

Logan started at Beringer Plating in 2020, he is our 2nd shift Electroplater for our Cadmium Line, Phosphate Line and anywhere else that needs attention. He is a true “plug and play” electroplater.

Keagan Warner

Electroplater

Started in 2017, our go-to guy for color dye, nickel and copper. Operates our zinc-nickel, passivation and aluminum chromate lines as well. There is not a line he hasn’t accomplished in our facility.

Mike Carroll

Waste Treatment Operator

Mike Carroll joined the Beringer team in 2000 giving him over 20 years here at Beringer Plating. He has over 25 years in the plating industry and continues to use his electroplating knowledge as well as maintain our waste treatment system.

Mike Henthorn ‘The Beast’

Electroplater

Mike Henthorn joined Beringer Plating in 2002 and has been here for over 20 years. He is our Lead Plater and Trainer for our Zinc Barrel Line. He is THE BEAST, there is not a zinc job he can’t do with fantastic quality to show.

Luke Smith

Electroplater

Luke started at Beringer Plating in 2021. He is our 1st shift Electroplater for our Cadmium Barrel Line. Luke also have experience with reviewing specifications and contract reviews here at Beringer Plating in the shipping/receiving department, which skills he continues to utilize on his line daily.

Alejandro Meija

Shipping and Receiving Coordinator

Alejandro has been greeting customers since July of 2024. No job gets past Alejandro until he reviews customer requirements and specifications, setting our electroplaters up for success.

Joel Daub

Electroplater

Joel started in May of 2025, he is our 2nd shift Zinc Barrel Electroplater. After just 1 year of operating the line, Joel has taken the lead in trivalent chromium coatings.

Jason Baughman

Electroplater

Jason started at Beringer Plating Inc. in April of 2025, He is our 2nd shift Electroplater for our Passivation and Aluminum Chromate. Talk about line efficiency! Jason is always thinking 1 step ahead.

Derek Robinson

Electroplater

Derek started at Beringer Plating Inc. in January of 2026, He is our 2nd shift Zinc Rack Electroplater. Derek hit the ground running when he started here at Beringer Plating, and we are excited to see what the future holds for him.

Cody Weaver ‘Mr. Fitness’

Plant Manager

Cody, also known as Mr. Fitness, has been at Beringer Plating since 2014. Started out as an Electroplater, and is now managing our facility and production operations. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Management.

Alex Samson

Quality Control Manager

Alex joined Beringer Plating in 2020 and has a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing. Along with managing our quality system, he also schedules production for our facility. Alex was a finalist in the Products Finishing’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2026.

Olyvia Cortelezzi

Controller

Olyvia joined the team in 2020. Olyvia utilizes her business and purchasing experience from past work and her Bachelor’s degree is Merchandising.

Renee Beringer

Office Manager

Renee is a 3rd generation employee at Beringer Plating and has been working with the company since 2002. She has an Associate’s degree in English from Kent State and a Bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing from Malone.

Bruce Hogie

President

Bruce served in the U.S. Army then attended the University of Nebraska. After receiving his Bachelor’s in Industrial Technology Education, Bruce started his metal finishing career. Bruce has been with Beringer Plating since 2002, altogether he has over 25 years of electroplating experience.