Masonite International, a manufacturer of residential and commercial doors, has appointed Robert Lewis as general counsel, secretary and senior vice president, effective April 2.

Prior to joining Masonite, Lewis served as vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary for Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation, where he managed the company's legal affairs, external communications, public affairs and governmental relations functions.

Previously, Lewis served as senior vice president, general counsel and secretary for Eckerd Corporation. He began his career at Shackelford, Farrior, Stallings & Evans.