Experience

Gila River Sand and Gravel

• United States
• Mining
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Production Manager

  • 2019 - Present

  Spearhead operations for a sand and gravel producer with $50MM in annual revenues, distributing products to leading ready mix and asphalt suppliers, including CEMEX, Volkan, Arizona Materials, Hanson, Californian Portland Cement Company, Old Castle, Rock Solid, and Desert Ready Mix. Work closely with the Plant Manager to oversee 50+ cross-functional employees, as well as administer a $5MM capital budget to steer strategic execution and daily workflows for all key departments, including production, quality control, safety, and maintenance. Employ Green Belt protocols for continuous improvement, conducting performance audits to identify operational deficiencies, and optimize processes to realize cost-reductions. Assist in coordinating logistics for materials transport to client facilities. Develop job quotes and competitive bids to prevail over rival vendors and procure new business. Remain abreast of MSHA regulations, proactively enforcing the employment of best practices to ensure compliance. Monitor inventory and analyze P&L and KPIs for reporting to the CEO and General Manager. Introduced metrics boards to engage staff and impart a sense of ownership over work processes and performance, improving the yards per hour rate for the entire district. Show less



CEMEX

• Mexico
• Wholesale Building Materials
• 700 & Above Employee

• District Manager

  • 2017 - 2019

  Provided critical oversight to a team of area managers, leading ready-mix operations across 16 plants throughout the Metro Phoenix market, with revenues totaling $1B. Coached and mentored management leadership, advising on staffing and development of over 250 employees. Held ownership for maintaining positive business relationships with Union Affairs Operating Engineers and the Teamsters, negotiating mutually beneficial contracts every 3-4 years. Planned operational budgets, managed P&L, and administered competitive compensation and benefits packages to foster employee retention. Partnered with the sales manager to strategize on business development efforts among key customer segments and large ROI clients in alignment with company resources and logistical capacity. Proactively engaged clients to report on performance metrics and present innovative solutions to meet operational and revenues growth goals.Established continuous improvement plans based on Green Belt principles, successfully reducing cubic yard costs for the district to the lowest in the west production region. Diligently negotiated the opening of a new site on the Salt River Indian Reservation, working closely with the Salt River Material Group to complete environmental and safety inspections, and secure required certification/documentation.Served as a certified health and safety instructor, traveling nationwide to educate construction and materials industry professionals. Show less

• Area | Operations Manager

  • 2007 - 2017

  Received a promotion from managing a single operation to overseeing multiple sites across the entire Metro Phoenix East Valley. Scheduled and planned workforce coverage for over 100 hourly staff, allocating task assignments, and implementing quality controls throughout the production process to ensure efficient use of resources, adherence to safety protocols, and achievement of all KPI goals. Audited production, maintenance, and shipping processes to promote best practices. Developed annual budgets and managed inventory. Also stewarded 6 sales accounts, working closely with a diverse client base across the underground utilities and residential flooring industries, delivering the best available products and services. Presided over the complete turnaround of a poor performing plant, receiving the National Ownership award for improving safety, efficiency, and ROI.Passed all testing requirements to receive the Plant Manager certification from the National Ready-Mix Concrete Association (NRMCA), as well as obtained a certification for Sandler Sales Training.Recognized for top performance and selected to attend a prestigious industry leaders program, presenting at the NRMCA national conference, and participating on several industry committees. Show less

• Aggregate Superintendent

  • Jan 2004 - Dec 2006

• Aggregate Manager

  • 2004 - 2006


United States Marine Corps
• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee
• Decorated Platoon Sergeant (E-5)

  • 1999 - 2005