Eric Smith
Technical Sales Manager

A mechanical engineering graduate from RIT, Eric has over 25 years of engineering and product management experience related to polymer insulators and the US utility market. Eric joined the ARP team in 2021 and is focusing on expanding ARP’s rubber injection molding business, both with existing customers and new leads.

Charles Cottman 
Purchasing and Logistics Manager

Charles began his career at Advanced Rubber Products as a rubber injection molder in 2001. After years of dedicated service in various capacities, Charles was promoted to Purchasing and Logistics Manager in April of 2018. Charles knows firsthand the impact suppliers can have on ARP’s production process and works diligently to source quality materials at the best price possible.

Holly Mitchell
General Manager

Holly joined Advanced Rubber Products in November 2007 as the Production and Inventory Control Manager. Over the next seven years, Holly assumed many additional roles within ARP and learned all aspects of the company. In March 2015, Holly was promoted to General Manager and is responsible for all operational and managerial aspects at ARP. Holly has a Bachelors’ of Science Degree in Business Administration from Empire State College.

Joel Bouchard
Production Manager

After working four years as an outstanding rubber injection molder, Joel was promoted to Production Scheduling and Inventory Control in May of 2018. Joel’s military and educational background prepared him for additional responsibilities and Joel was promoted to Production Manager in September 2019. With a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies and a Masters Degree in Higher Education from Liberty University, Joel brings valuable leadership and management skills to the ARP team.