Rick Ramza & Mike Dowling
Rick and Mike are our outstanding production team members—always ready to roll up their sleeves and get the job done. Their craftsmanship, consistency, and team-first attitude play a major role in delivering the high-quality products our company is known for. We’re lucky to have such hardworking individuals on the floor every day
Sam Dunehew
Sam is more than just the one who keeps our warehouse running smoothly—he’s also a skilled fabricator and a key trainer for our production team. In addition to managing inventory, logistics, and daily operations, Sam manufactures parts himself and ensures every new team member is trained to meet our high standards. Sam is also responsible for setting up tooling and inspection before each production run—an essential step that ensures accuracy and quality from the start. His deep knowledge, work ethic, and leadership make him an essential part of our success and the go-to person for keeping everything on track, both on the floor and behind the scenes.
Dylan Benshoof
Dylan brings advanced technical expertise to every project. With experience as a Quality and Design Engineer on the Shadow and Aerosonde drones, and his work as Lead Engineer on thrust reversers and engine integration for aircraft like the A320NEO and PW1200G engine. Dylan now works as a global R7D engineer making lucky and consumer audio equipment. He plays a vital role in ensuring the precision and performance of our solutions. Every project goes through him for review and input. Outside of work, Dylan also serves as a Company Commander for a Headquarters Company in the 876th Brigade Engineer Battalion—an extension of the discipline and leadership he brings to our team.
Loi Tran
Loi Tran was Rich’s trusted partner for over three decades, playing an instrumental role in building and sustaining the manufacturing side of the business. With a steady hand and unmatched technical know-how, Loi ensured production ran smoothly and efficiently, helping establish the reputation for quality that Pacific West Foam Industry is known for today.
Even after his retirement in 2021, Loi remains an invaluable resource. As a senior consultant, he continues to lend his expertise on projects as needed. With decades of hands-on experience and deep industry insight, Loi is truly a vault of knowledge—and a respected part of our company’s foundation and ongoing success.
Amy Kuhn
Amy embodies the true spirit of a family-run small business—flexible, dependable, and all-in. Whether jumping in to help with manufacturing or handling shipping and logistics, she’s always where she’s needed. Behind the scenes, she manages payroll, keeps the books, and secures contracts that help move the business forward. Amy’s multitasking skills, eye for detail, and dedication to the team make her an indispensable part of PWF.
Jeff Kuhn
Jeff worked alongside his father for more than two decades, learning every facet of the business firsthand. Now as Vice President, Jeff leads day-to-day operations and oversees manufacturing, fabrication, sales, production, shipping and receiving, and overall warehouse management. Jeff is also in charge of inspection and quality assurance, ensuring that every product leaving our facility meets the highest standards of precision and performance. His commitment to quality and efficiency ensures the company runs smoothly and upholds the standards set by his father. Jeff’s leadership blends innovation with tradition, carrying forward the family legacy with pride.
