The Dock & Door Tec Family

We are a group of professionals who have all made the commitment to put our clients first. We take pride in our brand and work to be better every day through industry related training and certifications.

Management Team

Jay Anderson, our CEO/Founder, founded Dock & Door Tec in 2006 and has grown the company every year since its inception. Starting in the industry as an Apprentice Service Technician in 1993, he advanced to an Account Representative and then Operations Manager prior to founding Dock & Door Tec. His diverse background and wide range of experiences created the foundation for a "service-focused" company. He enjoys meeting new people and helping them solve their facility problems, a passion he has passed down to his entire team. As an IDEA Accredited Technician and Dealer he maintains a higher standard than most and works to exceed that whenever possible. When not at work, he enjoys spending time with his family, CrossFit (for both fitness and competition), playing dodgeball, obstacle course racing and biking.

Jaci Dukowitz joined Dock & Door Tec in 2022 as COO & Integrator. She was in manufacturing for 10 years in progressively responsible roles, lastly as Chief Operating Officer in a privately owned company. Jaci was responsible for leading the entire suite of business operations during the company’s extensive growth. Additionally, Jaci has held executive and HR roles in distribution, transportation, nonprofit and IT industries and spent 5 years as an adjunct business instructor. She was named Emerging Leader at the 2017 Minnesota Business Manufacturing Awards and was an Honoree in the Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal 2018 Women in Business list and is on the Board of the Minnesota Precision Machining Association.

Jaci holds her SPHR and SHRM-CSP certifications, an undergraduate degree in HR Management, a master’s degree in Organizational Management and the ABD (all but dissertation) designation in Strategic Organizational Management PhD…but probably won’t ever finish it because she hates doing research! Along with her husband and two sons, Jaci enjoys spending free time in the outdoors at their lake home.

Kiley Kruger joined the Dock & Door Tec team as Controller. Kiley has 10+ years of progressive accounting & finance experience. She chose Dock & Door Tec because she wanted to work for a local business where she feels her experience and knowledge will be utilized and appreciated.

When she’s not crunching numbers, you’ll find Kiley enjoying the outdoors and spending time with her husband, step-kiddos and 1-yr old lab named Thunder.

Al West, Service Writer, has demonstrated exceptional expertise, remarkable leadership skills, and an unwavering commitment to prioritizing client satisfaction. These qualities propelled him to his current role. Drawing from his background in metal fabrication, he has seamlessly integrated his ingenuity and problem-solving ability into his role with our organization. Al is a relentless learner, consistently seeking opportunities to expand his knowledge and eagerly immersing himself in the intricacies of various equipment. His passion for fostering strong client relationships has become contagious, inspiring our team of service technicians to embrace the same spirit. Al holds certifications as an authorized service technician from CHI and Dynaco.

Beyond the workplace, Al enjoys spending time with his wife, two children, and their three dogs.

Sales Team

Rick Hopkins has done it all here at Dock & Door Tec. He has served as service manager, scheduler, office manager, purchaser, and finally his permanent role as an Account Manager for the north metro, north eastern MN, and north western WI. As a retired US Navy recruiter he brings the discipline, problem solving, and attention to detail needed to succeed in providing out of the box solutions for his clients. When not at work, you will find him hunting or fishing with his son and daughter.

Brian Blanchette has 9+ years in the packaging and warehouse industry. Brian takes pride in listening to client needs and bringing the best solution to the table aligning with the ultimate goal of a client. Brian looks forward to reaching out to maintain connections with some of his previous clients and creating new partnerships along the way. When Brian is not at work he enjoys time with his wife and three boys. Personal hobbies are DIY projects around the house, barbequing, and live music.

Eric Ekman, a seasoned professional with over 17 years of experience in material handling. Throughout his career, he has been deeply involved in various aspects of the loading dock business. Eric initially started as an installer, specializing in loading docks and related equipment, before transitioning to sales. Motivated by his extensive expertise in the industry, he joined D&DT, a place that aligns perfectly with his passion and knowledge. Eric also appreciates that D&DT values its employees and clients, emphasizing unparalleled service and ethical business practices.

Eric enjoys time with his wife and two active boys. During the spring and fall seasons, their time is occupied with racing dirt bikes and mountain biking. When winter arrives, they ski, snowmobile, and play basketball.

Jon Aguirre is an accomplished Account Manager with Dock & Door Tec. He has an impressive 25+ years of experience in consulting, management, and sales within various manufacturing and distribution sectors, Jon brings a wealth of expertise to our team. Having successfully navigated diverse business trades, Jon's extensive background has equipped him with a deep understanding of client needs and an innate ability to tailor solutions that drive value. His proven track record of building lasting relationships and delivering results makes him a pivotal asset to our organization. His passion for identifying innovative solutions aligns perfectly with our mission to provide top-tier services to our valued clients. Outside the office, Jon enjoys spending quality time with his wife, Anne, and their children. During the summer months, you'll likely find him on the golf course or out boating.

Josh Ostrowski brings 17+ years of experience in business development and logistics, where he has worked closely with clients to optimize supply chains, enhance warehouse efficiencies, and meet global shipping demands. With a strong commitment to client success, Josh takes pride in building lasting relationships and delivering tailored solutions to address unique challenges.

Outside of work, Josh enjoys spending time outdoors, relaxing at the cabin, embarking on off-road adventures, and experimenting in the kitchen with new cooking creations.

Meet Emily Daniel, our dynamic Sales Coordinator. With a solid foundation in sales support, Emily brings a fresh perspective to our team, elevating our commitment to exceptional service and client satisfaction. Previously as a Sales Support Specialist in the citronella candles and garden torches industry, Emily's attention to detail and dedication to customer needs were instrumental in delivering outstanding solutions. Beyond her professional achievements, Emily enjoys traveling to new places. When she's not exploring, she's cherishing quality time with her husband and her lovable golden doodle companion, Juniper.