Operations Leader (278589) MBA / Fertilizer, Pesticides, Specialty Chemicals, Water Treatment, Oil/Gas Opeations / WIll relo for the right opportunity.
Accomplished leader with 20+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing, operations, and sales management. He has an MBA from the University of Central Missouri. He is a results-driven executive with a wealth of experience in chemical manufacturing, distribution, and operations management. He has broad industry experience, including Fertilizer Manufacturing, Inorganic & Organic Chemicals, Pesticide & Specialty Chemical Manufacturing, Water Treatment & Chemical Distribution, Oil & Gas Operations, and Food Sanitation & Ingredients. His expertise spans plant operations, process safety, compliance, and employee development, making him an invaluable asset for organizations seeking a strategic and operational leader. His proven track record of driving business efficiencies, implementing process improvements, and successfully managing acquisitions adds to this. This Game Changer brings a strong ability to optimize processes, improve efficiencies, and drive revenue growth! He is actively looking for a new opportunity and is willing to relocate. His exceptional background includes:
• Successfully transitioned multiple acquisitions, aligning operations with corporate standards.
• Expanded production capacity by implementing second and swing shifts.
• Led operational, sales, and IT initiatives that streamlined business processes.
• Achieved and maintained SQF certification for food-grade manufacturing.
• Improved waste disposal and recycling business profitability.
• Negotiated strategic vendor contracts to optimize cost savings.
• Leadership in corporate and branch strategic planning
• Driving business efficiencies and productivity through KPI management
• Proven success in chemical manufacturing, distribution, and plant operations
• Strong sales, operational, and business development skills
• Expertise in mergers, acquisitions, and transition management
• Compliance with industry regulations, including OSHA, EPA/RCRA, and DOT
• Extensive experience in hazardous waste management and environmental services
• Effective team builder and mentor for Plant Managers and operational leaders
• Spearheaded special projects in operations, continuous improvement, and IT.
• Led product portfolio consolidation and container rationalization initiatives.
• Served as a branch liaison for ERP system implementation.
• Provided mentorship to Plant Managers in Visalia, CA, and Lubbock, TX.
• Managed acquisition transition, aligning policies and standards to corporate framework.
• Oversaw operations in Lubbock, TX, and Visalia, CA, with 80+ employees.
• Ensured compliance with FDA, DOT, EPA/RCRA, OSHA, and state/local regulations.
• Justified and implemented swing and second shift operations to support Oil & Gas markets.
• Managed an $11.3MM budget in Lubbock and a $5.7MM budget in Visalia.
• Led acquisition transition, aligning policies and standards.
• Designed and built food-grade manufacturing and warehousing operations.
• Achieved and maintained Safe Quality Foods (SQF) certification.
• Expanded the facility by acquiring 13.5 acres and renovating a 78,000 sq. ft. warehouse.
• Oversaw operations in Lake Zurich, IL, University Park, IL, and Lacrosse, WI.
• Led waste disposal and recycling business, improving sales and margins.
• Developed and executed an Inside Sales program, generating $19MM in revenue.
• Managed a sales team focused on growing and protecting key accounts.
• Fertilizer Manufacturing
• Inorganic Chemicals
• Organic Chemicals
• Pesticide Manufacturing
• Specialty Chemicals
• Plant Operations Management
• Chemical Plant Operations Management
• Managing Multiple Projects
• Economic planning / Forecasting
• Process Safety Management
• Reducing Plant Operation Costs
• Root cause analysis
• Capital project implementation
• Continuous Improvement Projects
• Field Construction Oversight
• Developing Capital Plans
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment and operating problems.
• Manages Production Schedules
• Mentoring / Developing Staff
• Ensuring Environmental Compliance
• Preventative Maintenance Programs
• Increasing Production Capacity
• Ensuring Compliance With PSM Requirements.
• Assure Safety Goals are Attained
• Oil And Gas
• ERP Systems
• Developing Plant Managers
• Production, Warehouse, Transportation, Maintenance
• Transitioning An Acquisition
• Vendor Negotiations
• EPA/RCRA, DOT And OSHA
• Herbicides and Insecticides
• Food Sanitation and Ingredients
• Chemical Distribution
• Water Treatment
• Hazardous Waste TSDF
• Enforcing OSHA Regulations
• Managing Contractors
Education
• Master of Business Administration | University of Central Missouri
• Bachelor of Science – Agri-Business | University of Central Missouri