ROCKFORD, IL- Seeking to assist with marketing processes, Obsidian Manufacturing Industries, Inc. has hired Emily Kite as Marketing Assistant.

Kite comes from years of graphic design and Adobe product experience from Rockford University, which will assist her in her new position at Obsidian Manufacturing.

Not only does Kite bring graphic design experience with her, she previously worked as a research coordinator at Mercyhealth, where she conducted research.

The experience with graphic design and research will give Kite the ability to thrive in her new position which will be assisting the marketing team with new ideas and skills for current processes.

“I am excited to get started with Obsidian to bring another perspective and skill set to the marketing team!”

Obsidian President Sue Nordman is excited for Kite to get started, “I am so excited to be able to grow our marketing department with the addition of Emily Kite. Emily brings a lot of energy and enthusiasm with her to the ObsidianMfg marketing team. I think that will transfer to growth in our social media accounts especially. She’s eager to learn more about marketing in manufacturing and we are ready to teach her!”

Kite officially started in March and is looking forward to being a key part of the budding Rockford, Ill. manufacturing company’s growth moving forward.

Obsidian Manufacturing Industries, Inc. is a Rockford, Ill. manufacturing company and is the OEM for Magna-Lock USA workholding, MagnaLift & Power-Grip lift magnets, and Arter Precision Grinding Machines as well providing surface grinding services. They are located at 5015 28th Ave. in Rockford, Ill. with a phone number of 815-962-8700. Check out more at obsidianmfg.com/brands.