MINNEAPOLIS, MN – MAY 19, 2022 – AWT Labels & Packaging is excited to announce that Shawn Oetjen has been named to the Flexographic Technical Association’s (FTA) Board of Directors and Board of Trustees. Oetjen has been in the flexographic industry for over 20 years, with 7 of those years spent at AWT. He currently serves as Manufacturing Manager for the company.
“The FTA played a significant role triggering my intrigue with the flexographic industry, more than 20 years ago,” said Oetjen. “I look forward to working with the Boards and giving back to this great organization by contributing to the growth and success of the flexographic community, with a focus on the technical aspects of the process.”
Oetjen has been very active in the flexographic print industry and has devoted significant time to mentoring others and being an ambassador for flexography. His knowledge and experience will benefit the FTA as he serves on these boards.
For nearly 45 years, AWT Labels & Packaging has been providing high-quality labels and flexible packaging solutions for a variety of market segments, including: Food & Beverage; Healthcare; Personal Care; OEM/Industrial; Household Care and Specialty. AWT has production facilities in Minneapolis, MN; South Elgin, IL; Hauppauge, NY; Grand Blanc, MI; and Anaheim, CA.
AWT Healthcare will be at MD&M Midwest, October 28–29 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. If you’re looking for ways to improve your medical device or diagnostics packaging, reduce complexity, or explore new labeling and packaging solutions, we’d welcome the opportunity to connect.
If you’ll be attending, visit AWT at Booth #1713. We’d welcome the opportunity to discuss your application, answer your questions, and explore how our engineering and manufacturing expertise can help move your next project forward.
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We’re excited to connect with the fresh produce industry at IFPA’s 2026 Global Produce & Floral Show in Orlando, FL, October 14-16 ! Visit Booth #2817 to explore innovative labeling and packaging solutions designed to help your brand stand out—while meeting your sustainability and compliance goals.
