About Armando
Armando Torres, originally from Puerto Rico, moved to the United States in 2007 to attend the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. After graduating, he served as a Marine Corps Combat Engineer Officer for five years before transitioning to the steel industry. Since then, he has managed and operated small businesses and worked for a Fortune 100 company. Armando’s diverse experience includes roles as an Assistant Manager at a self-service auto parts company, a Ladle Metallurgy Furnace Operator for a national steel manufacturer, a Cotton Gin Manager, and most recently, a Project Manager at Metal Tech.
What Do you Like Most about your work at Metal Tech?
The days are fantastic. We have a great team of people who care about each other and are 100% dedicated to safety and quality.
What is your greatest achievement?
Throughout my career in the military, steel industry, and textiles, no one on my team has ever experienced an OSHA-recordable injury.
What are your favorite hobbies?
Flying airplanes, fishing, and hunting.
What is one thing people would be surprised to know about you?
I have lived in six different states and territories in the last 20 years.
What is your favorite food?
Anything. I never miss a meal, especially a free one!