The Team Behind Spokane Stainless Technologies

Proven Expertise and a Commitment to Quality

At Spokane Stainless Technologies, our strength lies in our team—expert engineers, skilled fabricators, and problem-solvers who take pride in building precision stainless steel solutions. With a culture of craftsmanship, innovation, and integrity, we collaborate to design and manufacture tanks, vessels, and systems that keep industries moving forward.

Our Mission

We engineer stainless steel solutions that industries rely on—because failure isn’t an option. Our mission is to replace uncertainty with precision, offering durable, compliant, and expertly crafted process equipment that stands up to real-world demands.

Industry Expertise

Deep knowledge of regulated industries, including food, pharma, aerospace, and industrial applications

Compliance & Certification

ASME, UL, DOT, and NSF-certified manufacturing

Custom Engineering

Built to spec for complex, process-critical applications

End-to-End Solutions

Design, fabrication, testing, and full system integration

Meet the Team

Our team of engineers, fabricators, and industry specialists brings decades of experience to every project. We take a hands-on approach to design, manufacturing, and quality assurance, ensuring that each solution is tailored to meet the unique needs of our customers.

Nathan Batson

VP/GM
Nathan has been with Spokane Stainless since 2007, with experience as a Business Unit Manager at 3M, CEO of American Electronic Sign, and VP of Engineering at KeyTronic. He holds multiple industry-related patents and enjoys innovation and leadership in engineering.

Larry Villines

Operations Manager
Larry has been with Spokane Stainless since 2014, bringing 40+ years of experience in operations, production, procurement, and inventory management. His leadership plays a crucial role in the company’s efficiency and success.

Lloyd Lohf

Engineering Manager
Lloyd has been with Spokane Stainless since 2018, bringing extensive experience in mechanical design, product development, and project management. He has worked for Qualterra AG, Parker Aerospace, and Kimball Office and holds six U.S. patents. Outside work, he enjoys camping, 4-wheeling, and raising chickens.

Jim Little

Product Manager, Fuel Systems & Aerospace
Jim joined in 2022 after 27 years of managing an HVAC manufacturer’s rep firm. His expertise includes specification evaluation, project management, and competitive quoting. When not working, he enjoys tournament water skiing, snow skiing, and time at his lake cabin.

Rick England

Product Manager
Rick has over 35 years of manufacturing experience, including 12 years as Operations Manager at Spokane Stainless before moving into sales. His expertise spans fabrication, engineering, program management, and business development. Born on a small island in the South Pacific, Rick enjoys DIY projects, history, and diving into the details of major historical events.

Michael Casebier

Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer
Michael joined Spokane Stainless in 2022 after working at General Atomics and Northrop Grumman, specializing in SolidWorks design and structural engineering. He holds a Mechanical Engineering degree from CSU Long Beach. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, camping, snowboarding, and woodworking with his wife and three kids.

Bo Porter

Quality Assurance Manager/CWI/CI
Bo joined in 2020 with 22 years of experience in fabrication and welding. He worked his way up from a helper to foreman and is now a Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and ASME/NBBI Certified Individual (CI). Outside of work, he enjoys bowling, golfing, and snowboarding.

Curt Hayes

Manufacturing Manager
Curt has been with Spokane Stainless since 1998, bringing 26 years of welding experience. Curt enjoys sports, outdoor motorsports, and family time, always striving to improve and solve challenges.

Stacy Saffeels

Financial Controller
With 26 years of accounting and business management experience, Stacy has been key in financial oversight at Spokane Stainless since 2022. She spent 23 years in construction before transitioning to manufacturing. When not working, she enjoys traveling, camping, hiking, cooking, and family time.

Katy Beckwith

Accountant
Katy has a business administration degree from Lewis-Clark State College and a background in bookkeeping and client services. She’s highly organized, detail-oriented, and proficient in financial systems. Katy and her family enjoy hiking, foraging for morels and huckleberries, and camping in the Inland Northwest.

Thai Johnson

Parts Sales
Thai has over 20 years of experience in aviation sales, specializing in customer service, planning, and project management. He joined Spokane Stainless in 2022 and enjoys golf, fishing, kayaking, and motorcycles.

Taylor Dixon

Sales & Marketing Coordinator
Taylor supports sales and marketing with graphic design, customer service, and process optimization. With 15+ years of experience and a background in software engineering, Taylor blends creativity with efficiency. A Texas native, Taylor moved to Washington in the dead of winter and now enjoys tabletop games, video games, and spoiling two dogs, June and Raven.

Nathan Batson

VP/GM
Nathan has been with Spokane Stainless since 2007, with experience as a Business Unit Manager at 3M, CEO of American Electronic Sign, and VP of Engineering at KeyTronic. He holds multiple industry-related patents and enjoys innovation and leadership in engineering.

Larry Villines

Operations Manager
Larry has been with Spokane Stainless since 2014, bringing 40+ years of experience in operations, production, procurement, and inventory management. His leadership plays a crucial role in the company’s efficiency and success.

Lloyd Lohf

Engineering Manager
Lloyd has been with Spokane Stainless since 2018, bringing extensive experience in mechanical design, product development, and project management. He has worked for Qualterra AG, Parker Aerospace, and Kimball Office and holds six U.S. patents. Outside work, he enjoys camping, 4-wheeling, and raising chickens.

Jim Little

Product Manager, Fuel Systems & Aerospace
Jim joined in 2022 after 27 years of managing an HVAC manufacturer’s rep firm. His expertise includes specification evaluation, project management, and competitive quoting. When not working, he enjoys tournament water skiing, snow skiing, and time at his lake cabin.

Rick England

Product Manager
Rick has over 35 years of manufacturing experience, including 12 years as Operations Manager at Spokane Stainless before moving into sales. His expertise spans fabrication, engineering, program management, and business development. Born on a small island in the South Pacific, Rick enjoys DIY projects, history, and diving into the details of major historical events.

Michael Casebier

Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer
Michael joined Spokane Stainless in 2022 after working at General Atomics and Northrop Grumman, specializing in SolidWorks design and structural engineering. He holds a Mechanical Engineering degree from CSU Long Beach. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, camping, snowboarding, and woodworking with his wife and three kids.

Bo Porter

Quality Assurance Manager/CWI/CI
Bo joined in 2020 with 22 years of experience in fabrication and welding. He worked his way up from a helper to foreman and is now a Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and ASME/NBBI Certified Individual (CI). Outside of work, he enjoys bowling, golfing, and snowboarding.

Curt Hayes

Manufacturing Manager
Curt has been with Spokane Stainless since 1998, bringing 26 years of welding experience. Curt enjoys sports, outdoor motorsports, and family time, always striving to improve and solve challenges.

Stacy Saffeels

Financial Controller
With 26 years of accounting and business management experience, Stacy has been key in financial oversight at Spokane Stainless since 2022. She spent 23 years in construction before transitioning to manufacturing. When not working, she enjoys traveling, camping, hiking, cooking, and family time.

Katy Beckwith

Accountant
Katy has a business administration degree from Lewis-Clark State College and a background in bookkeeping and client services. She’s highly organized, detail-oriented, and proficient in financial systems. Katy and her family enjoy hiking, foraging for morels and huckleberries, and camping in the Inland Northwest.

Thai Johnson

Parts Sales
Thai has over 20 years of experience in aviation sales, specializing in customer service, planning, and project management. He joined Spokane Stainless in 2022 and enjoys golf, fishing, kayaking, and motorcycles.

Taylor Dixon

Sales & Marketing Coordinator
Taylor supports sales and marketing with graphic design, customer service, and process optimization. With 15+ years of experience and a background in software engineering, Taylor blends creativity with efficiency. A Texas native, Taylor moved to Washington in the dead of winter and now enjoys tabletop games, video games, and spoiling two dogs, June and Raven.

Engineering Excellence

Our in-house engineering team specializes in precision design, compliance-driven fabrication, and process optimization. Whether we’re developing a custom pressure vessel, a sanitary processing system, or a modular skid, our goal is to maximize efficiency, performance, and reliability.

Our History

Spokane Stainless Technologies traces its roots back to 1978, when it was founded as part of Spokane Industries. Built on a foundation of craftsmanship and engineering excellence, the company quickly became a trusted name in stainless steel fabrication. As demand for high-performance, compliance-driven process solutions grew, SST expanded its capabilities, eventually becoming an independent entity focused entirely on custom stainless steel tanks, vessels, and process systems.

Today, Spokane Stainless Technologies continues to serve pharmaceutical, food & beverage, aerospace, and industrial manufacturers, maintaining the same commitment to precision, durability, and customer-focused innovation that has defined the company since day one.

Built for Compliance & Performance

Every product we manufacture meets or exceeds strict industry standards to ensure long-term safety, durability, and regulatory approval.

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