Sep. 7, 2006 — Republic Engineered Products announced that Joseph A. Kaczka became Chief Financial Officer, effective Sep. 1.

Kaczka joined Republic Engineered Products in December 2003 as Vice President of Finance. He served in the same capacity with Republic's predecessor companies since 1999, having added treasurer responsibilities to his duties in February 2003.

“We are pleased to expand Joe's role within Republic Engineered Products,” said Jaime Vigil, Republic's President and CEO. “Joe has substantial steel industry experience and we look forward to him continuing to bring outstanding financial vision to Republic as we strengthen our position in the marketplace.”

Kaczka was previously employed for more than 30 years with USS/KOBE Steel Co. and its predecessor companies. From 1995 through 1997, he was treasurer, and from 1989 through 1995 he served as controller, for USS/KOBE. Prior to that, he held various financial positions at USX locations in Pennsylvania, Alabama and Ohio.

Kaczka holds a bachelor of arts degree and a masters degree in business administration from the University of Pittsburgh.

Republic Engineered Products, Inc. is a leading North American supplier of special bar quality (SBQ) steel. With headquarters in Fairlawn, Ohio, the company operates steelmaking centers in Canton and Lorain, Ohio, and value-added rolling and finishing facilities in Canton, Lorain and Massillon, Ohio; Lackawanna, N.Y.; Gary, Ind.; and Hamilton, Ont. Republic employs approximately 2,500 people.