Experience

North American Hoganas

• United States
• Mining
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Manager, ArcX

  • Mar 2023 - Present

  ArcX – Comprehensive technical support for surface coating applications Höganäs’ surface coating technology centers are committed to supplying the best technical services achievable to the surface coating industry. By creating ArcX, we have in effect established a powerhouse of coating expertise and equipment. Expert know-how in materials, surface welding and flame spraying processes and customer applications make our four technology centers an exclusive resource in your work to optimize existing applications and develop new business opportunities. - Material & Parameter Development - Wear and Corrosion Lab - Metallographic Lab - Training and Education (Equipment and process demonstrations, seminars & workshops) Show less



Action Stainless & Alloys

• United States
• Wholesale Metals and Minerals
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Operations Manager

  • Sep 2022 - Mar 2023

  Oversee and plan the day-to-day processing and warehouse operations, ensuring targets for safety, quality, throughput and cost are met. Oversee the development and implementation of manufacturing and inventory/asset controls. Establish processes, procedures and improvement opportunities, where needed. Develop and implement training programs to ensure consistent achievement of performance goals. Implement Lean Manufacturing initiatives. Oversee and plan the day-to-day processing and warehouse operations, ensuring targets for safety, quality, throughput and cost are met. Oversee the development and implementation of manufacturing and inventory/asset controls. Establish processes, procedures and improvement opportunities, where needed. Develop and implement training programs to ensure consistent achievement of performance goals. Implement Lean Manufacturing initiatives.



Ameriforge, LLC

• United States
• Oil and Gas

• General Manager

  • Apr 2022 - Sep 2022

  Oversee daily operations for multi-site manufacturing facilities including production, safety, and quality. Plan and implement processes to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Assist with the development and implementation of strategies for revenue and profit growth. Analyze financial reports and performance indicators to determine progress in achieving business objectives. Drive processes to ensure compliance with the quality management system. Identify, drive and support change management to ensure continuous improvement. Recruit, develop and manage staff to establish a top performing team. Establish Lean Manufacturing thinking and initiatives. Show less

• Director of Quality

  • May 2020 - Apr 2022

  (Maass Flange Corp.) Implemented and maintained the Quality Management System for manufacturing in accordance with ISO 9001:2015 and other industry certifications or approvals. Managed all quality, safety and environmental aspects. Identified and developed knowledge, skill and training efforts to increase productivity and reduce defects. Implemented and maintained an employee training program for new and current employees. Acted as a technical resource for various processes and functions within the company. Coordinated with the CFO to develop and monitor departmental budget. Show less



ARCOTEQ

• United States
• Oil and Gas
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Production Manager

  • Aug 2018 - Feb 2020

  Managed the wind down of operations and complete business shut down. Oversaw all plant and administrative functions including operations, logistics, procurement and Human Resources. Acted as technical resource for safety, quality, sales, procurement, process development and product validation. Developed and maintained production schedules. Coordinated internally with engineering and externally with vendors for estimating and sourcing timelines. Realized product flow from quote to shipment. Coordinated with the sales team to create and update weekly sales forecast. Led shop-level and management-level production meetings. Led implementation of new manufacturing initiatives. Participated in ISO & API compliance efforts. Show less



Raptor Lift Solutions, LLC

• Operations Manager

  • Sep 2017 - Aug 2018

  Directed the day-to-day shop and warehouse operations, ensuring daily targets for safety, quality, throughput and cost were met. Oversaw the development and implementation of manufacturing and inventory/asset controls. Established processes, procedures and improvement opportunities. Developed and implemented training programs to ensure consistent achievement of performance goals. Implemented Lean Manufacturing initiatives. Directed the day-to-day shop and warehouse operations, ensuring daily targets for safety, quality, throughput and cost were met. Oversaw the development and implementation of manufacturing and inventory/asset controls. Established processes, procedures and improvement opportunities. Developed and implemented training programs to ensure consistent achievement of performance goals. Implemented Lean Manufacturing initiatives.



Durum USA

• Architecture and Planning

• Operations Manager

  • Jun 2013 - May 2016

  Directed daily operations that generate $7M+ in annual revenue. Facilitated product growth by reaching into new markets. Established operational procedures and process improvements to ensure safety, quality and efficiency. Directly managed all operational aspects including customer service, production, distribution, inventory, sales, safety and quality. Developed programs and procedures to ensure that performance goals are met safely. Coordinated with CFO regarding budget development and expenditures. Selected Contributions:  Reduced defects and reworks from greater than 10% to less than 1%.  Contributed to improved inventory control practices, reducing waste by 15%.  Directed sales and expansion efforts, increasing sales by 20% in 18 months. Show less



Bodycote

• United Kingdom
• Metal Treatments
• 700 & Above Employee

• Plant Manager

  • Jan 2012 - Jun 2013

  Directed thermal processing operations that generated $4M in annual revenue. Established process procedures and improvements to ensure quality while maximizing output. Directly managed all operational aspects of the plant including customer service, production, safety and quality. Developed and implemented training programs to ensure consistent achievement of performance goals. Assisted with the implementation of Lean Manufacturing initiatives. Selected Contributions:  Redesigned staff utilization while maintaining budgeted sales.  Reduced Turnaround Time by 30%, improving On Time Delivery 40%.  Increased production by 30% while reducing costs by 20%.  Created a knowledgeable, cohesive team of potential leaders. Quality Assurance/Safety Manager, 01/12 – 08/12 Managed all quality, safety and environmental aspects of two facilities including inspection, testing, audits, calibrations and training. Maintained ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification. Implemented the employee safety training program in accordance with OSHA, ISO 14001 and industry standards. Selected Contributions:  Re-organized the Quality system in three months for ISO recertification audit.  Re-organized the EHS program in four months for ISO surveillance audit. Show less

• Quality/Safety Manager

  • Feb 2011 - Jan 2012

  Developed and implemented a comprehensive Quality Management System with regard to distribution and service. Managed all quality and safety aspects including inspection, welding procedures, grinding/finishing operations, in-house equipment manufacturing and R&D initiatives. Identified and developed all knowledge, skill and training efforts. Developed and implemented an employee safety training program. Developed and maintained company website. Selected Contributions:  Reduced defects and reworks from greater than 15% to less than 3%.  Improved inventory control practices, reducing waste by 10%. Show less



Precision Surfaces International, Inc.

• United States
• Wholesale

• Technical Sales & Marketing

  • Jun 2005 - Feb 2011

  Actively led the sales initiatives for a specialty abrasives distributor specializing in metallography, fiber optics, thermal spray and hard to grind or finish applications. Coordinated sales calls, quotes, leads, technical requests and trade shows. Trained customers with regard to new equipment and processes. Designed technical brochures, datasheets and process recipes. Developed and maintained website and office network. Developed a Quality Management System. Selected Contributions:  Introduced existing products into new markets, resulting in 15% growth over 2 years.  Worked with 3M abrasive divisions to introduce new technologies into surface finishing industries.  Reduced costs by processing small quantity products in house from bulk material. Show less



Bodycote Thermal Processing

• Mining
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Quality Assurance Manager

  • Jun 2000 - Jun 2005

  Managed all quality and safety aspects of two facilities including inspection, testing, audits, calibrations and training. Maintained ISO 9001 certification. Developed and implemented the employee safety training program. Selected Contributions:  Implemented a preventive maintenance program, reducing equipment down time by 20%.  Introduced a comprehensive safety program for employees and contractors, maintaining oversight. Quality Control Technician, 6/00 – 12/03 Responsible for contract review and process approval through research of specifications and drawings. Supervised and trained Quality associates. Recorded trends of equipment utilization, non-conforming orders and customer concerns. Conducted internal quality and safety audits. Selected Contribution:  Developed a company-wide training plan and safety program for new hires and sub-contract workers. Show less



Forged Products Inc

• United States
• Oil and Gas
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Engineering Asst

  • Sep 1996 - Jun 2000

  Transitioned throughout the production process including saw shop, forging press, maintenance, welding, heat treating, inspection and inventory control. Assigned to engineering and operations to assist with manual drafting, statistical studies and plant safety. Transitioned throughout the production process including saw shop, forging press, maintenance, welding, heat treating, inspection and inventory control. Assigned to engineering and operations to assist with manual drafting, statistical studies and plant safety.