Promoted from VP of Engineering & Operations, Coste to Oversee Strategic Growth and Operational Excellence for Material Handling Leader
JONESBORO, GA – June 12, 2026 – USSI, a leading provider of warehouse material handling and space-optimization solutions for more than 40 years, today announced the promotion of Diogenes “Dio” Coste to the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO). Coste previously served as the company’s Vice President of Engineering & Operations.
In his new role as COO, Coste will design and execute USSI’s comprehensive operational strategy, oversee day-to-day engineering initiatives, and lead the corporate team in delivering high-efficiency warehouse solutions to clients across the country.
“Dio has demonstrated exceptional leadership, deep technical expertise, and an unwavering commitment to our clients during his tenure as Vice President of Engineering & Operations,” said Billy Lindler, President & CEO of USSI. “His promotion to Chief Operating Officer is a natural next step for our organization. Dio’s vision and operational execution will be vital as we continue to scale our services, expand our system-wide design capabilities, and help our customers navigate the evolving demands of modern logistics.”
During his time leading USSI’s engineering and operations division, Coste successfully managed complex system implementations, engineered system support, and strategic product integrations throughout the Southeast. As COO, he will place a heightened focus on optimizing internal workflow systems and reinforcing USSI’s position as a premier partner for facilities undergoing modernization, expansion, or complete system redesigns.
About USSI
For over four decades, USSI has engineered and implemented comprehensive warehouse material handling systems that help businesses maximize space utilization, improve ergonomics, reduce picking times, and streamline material flow. Delivering scalable, future-ready warehouse designs, USSI provides local expertise, responsive service, and dedicated engineered system support to help operations handle increasing SKU complexity and supply chain agility. For more information about USSI, visit https://ussipartners.com/
