Experience

Delta T Thermal Solutions LLC

• United States
• Machinery Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• President

  • May 2022 - Present

  Manufacturer of industrial heat exchangers under the registered brand names of PLATE COIL, ECON-O-COIL, and MaxChanger. The company services a wide range of international market applications from HVAC, oil & gas, beverage, food processing, and defense. Manufacturer of industrial heat exchangers under the registered brand names of PLATE COIL, ECON-O-COIL, and MaxChanger. The company services a wide range of international market applications from HVAC, oil & gas, beverage, food processing, and defense.



Horseshoe Bend Cellars Vineyard & Winery Inc.

• Wichita Falls, Texas Area

• President & CEO

  • Nov 2017 - Present

  Located on the shores of Horseshoe Lake and the running waters of the Wichita River in the quiet countryside of Wichita County, Texas, Horseshoe Bend Cellars Vineyard & Winery has roots established at the dawn of the century. We are a full-service facility fermenting and blending premium award-winning wines for all to enjoy. Located on the shores of Horseshoe Lake and the running waters of the Wichita River in the quiet countryside of Wichita County, Texas, Horseshoe Bend Cellars Vineyard & Winery has roots established at the dawn of the century. We are a full-service facility fermenting and blending premium award-winning wines for all to enjoy.



Block Division Inc

• United States
• Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• President & CEO

  • Apr 2016 - Jun 2017

  The Block Division, Inc. is a high quality manufacturer of pulleys, blocks and sheaves since 1960. Over the past 50 years, we have developed a deep and intimate knowledge of the industry, fully understanding the needs of our customers, and providing the expertise to deliver the highest quality lifting components and accessories on the market. Originally designed and proven in the rugged Texas oil fields, we continue to expand into new markets worldwide. The Block Division, Inc. is a high quality manufacturer of pulleys, blocks and sheaves since 1960. Over the past 50 years, we have developed a deep and intimate knowledge of the industry, fully understanding the needs of our customers, and providing the expertise to deliver the highest quality lifting components and accessories on the market. Originally designed and proven in the rugged Texas oil fields, we continue to expand into new markets worldwide.



Tranter

• United States
• Machinery Manufacturing
• 200 - 300 Employee

• VP GM - Americas

  • 2011 - Sep 2015

  Tranter Inc. is a global engineering and manufacturing leader in thermal management and heat transfer equipment for the process industries. Backed by more than 70 years of exclusive focus on thermal management, the company has earned the reputation as “The Heat Transfer People”. Responsible for full profit and loss of the sales, marketing, engineering, quality, multi-manufacturing plant operations and multiple service centers located throughout the Americas region of North, Central and… Show more Tranter Inc. is a global engineering and manufacturing leader in thermal management and heat transfer equipment for the process industries. Backed by more than 70 years of exclusive focus on thermal management, the company has earned the reputation as “The Heat Transfer People”. Responsible for full profit and loss of the sales, marketing, engineering, quality, multi-manufacturing plant operations and multiple service centers located throughout the Americas region of North, Central and South America. Global Executive Champion of Tranter, Inc. Lean Enterprise Program. Show less Tranter Inc. is a global engineering and manufacturing leader in thermal management and heat transfer equipment for the process industries. Backed by more than 70 years of exclusive focus on thermal management, the company has earned the reputation as “The Heat Transfer People”. Responsible for full profit and loss of the sales, marketing, engineering, quality, multi-manufacturing plant operations and multiple service centers located throughout the Americas region of North, Central and… Show more Tranter Inc. is a global engineering and manufacturing leader in thermal management and heat transfer equipment for the process industries. Backed by more than 70 years of exclusive focus on thermal management, the company has earned the reputation as “The Heat Transfer People”. Responsible for full profit and loss of the sales, marketing, engineering, quality, multi-manufacturing plant operations and multiple service centers located throughout the Americas region of North, Central and South America. Global Executive Champion of Tranter, Inc. Lean Enterprise Program. Show less



TriEnda

• United States
• Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• VP of Manufacturing

  • 2009 - 2011

  TriEnda is the largest thermoforming manufacturer in North America. Responsible for multi-plant manufacturing operations in the market of heavy gauge plastic thermoforming for a wide array of applications. Domestic and international markets include automotive, custom dunnage and recyclable pallets. Leading the strategic direction to improve the manufacturing strength of the company in all areas of the supply chain and support operations. TriEnda is the largest thermoforming manufacturer in North America. Responsible for multi-plant manufacturing operations in the market of heavy gauge plastic thermoforming for a wide array of applications. Domestic and international markets include automotive, custom dunnage and recyclable pallets. Leading the strategic direction to improve the manufacturing strength of the company in all areas of the supply chain and support operations.



Gardner Denver

• United States
• Machinery Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• VP Manufacturing Services

  • 2005 - 2008

  As a result of the acquisition of Rietschle Thomas in 2005, recruited by the CEO to the corporate offices to improve the manufacturing strength of the company. Lead the strategic manufacturing supply chain operations of 43 plants located in the US, Brazil, Europe and China. Reporting to the CEO, managed a professional staff of 33 employees worldwide and responsible for the following disciplines; Procurement, Logistics/Transportation/Trade Compliance, Manufacturing Services, Quality Assurance,… Show more As a result of the acquisition of Rietschle Thomas in 2005, recruited by the CEO to the corporate offices to improve the manufacturing strength of the company. Lead the strategic manufacturing supply chain operations of 43 plants located in the US, Brazil, Europe and China. Reporting to the CEO, managed a professional staff of 33 employees worldwide and responsible for the following disciplines; Procurement, Logistics/Transportation/Trade Compliance, Manufacturing Services, Quality Assurance, Technology. Show less As a result of the acquisition of Rietschle Thomas in 2005, recruited by the CEO to the corporate offices to improve the manufacturing strength of the company. Lead the strategic manufacturing supply chain operations of 43 plants located in the US, Brazil, Europe and China. Reporting to the CEO, managed a professional staff of 33 employees worldwide and responsible for the following disciplines; Procurement, Logistics/Transportation/Trade Compliance, Manufacturing Services, Quality Assurance,… Show more As a result of the acquisition of Rietschle Thomas in 2005, recruited by the CEO to the corporate offices to improve the manufacturing strength of the company. Lead the strategic manufacturing supply chain operations of 43 plants located in the US, Brazil, Europe and China. Reporting to the CEO, managed a professional staff of 33 employees worldwide and responsible for the following disciplines; Procurement, Logistics/Transportation/Trade Compliance, Manufacturing Services, Quality Assurance, Technology. Show less



Rietschle Thomas Inc. (Thomas Industries Inc.)

• Sheboygan, WI

• Executive Director of North American Operations

  • 2003 - 2005

  Directed the four manufacturing operations and support functions located in Sheboygan, Skokie, IL, Monroe, LA and Wuxi PRC. Manufacturing operations included die casting, machining, painting, assembly, plastic molding, shipping and receiving. Support functions included procurement, manufacturing/industrial engineering, facilities, quality assurance and aftermarket customer service. Directed the four manufacturing operations and support functions located in Sheboygan, Skokie, IL, Monroe, LA and Wuxi PRC. Manufacturing operations included die casting, machining, painting, assembly, plastic molding, shipping and receiving. Support functions included procurement, manufacturing/industrial engineering, facilities, quality assurance and aftermarket customer service.



Rietschle Thomas Inc. (Thomas Industries Inc.)

• Director of Manufacturing

  • 1997 - 2003

  Directly managed the manufacturing operations and support functions located in Sheboygan, WI, Skokie, IL and Tijuana Mexico. Manufacturing operations included die casting, machining, painting, assembly, plastic molding, shipping and receiving. Support functions included procurement, manufacturing/industrial engineering, facilities, quality assurance and aftermarket customer service. • Reports included; Die Cast/Machining Manager, Assembly Manager, Purchasing Manager, Manufacturing… Show more Directly managed the manufacturing operations and support functions located in Sheboygan, WI, Skokie, IL and Tijuana Mexico. Manufacturing operations included die casting, machining, painting, assembly, plastic molding, shipping and receiving. Support functions included procurement, manufacturing/industrial engineering, facilities, quality assurance and aftermarket customer service. • Reports included; Die Cast/Machining Manager, Assembly Manager, Purchasing Manager, Manufacturing Services Manager, Customer Service Manager and Facilities Manager. Through these subordinates, managed a staff of 310 employees in a unionized environment.

• Director of QA & ISO 9000 Programs

  • 1994 - 1997

  Managed fourteen quality assurance employees in Monroe, LA and Sheboygan, WI facilities. Key quality contact for Tier Two automotive customers – GM on the Hummer 2 chassis and Dunlop Automotive on the Range Rover chassis.

• Manager of Manufacturing Engineering

  • 1989 - 1994

  Managed a staff of twenty professional industrial and manufacturing engineers to support the die cast, machining, paint, plastic injection molding and assembly operations. Prepared capital investment proposals for the procurement of equipment and tooling. Participated as a core member of the New Product Development teams. Prepared and maintained department budgets.



Rietschle Thomas Inc. (Thomas Industries Inc.)

• Sheboygan, WI

• Manufacturing Engineer

  • 1985 - 1989

  Justified, procured and implemented manufacturing equipment and tooling. Implemented the company’s first CNC machine tool. Designed plant and cell layouts to maximize efficiency. Developed process and routing documentation. Programmed a variety of CNC machine tools. Justified, procured and implemented manufacturing equipment and tooling. Implemented the company’s first CNC machine tool. Designed plant and cell layouts to maximize efficiency. Developed process and routing documentation. Programmed a variety of CNC machine tools.



Dynex/Rivett Inc.

• Senior Manufacturing Engineer

  • 1980 - 1985

  An OEM manufacturer of precision hydraulic pumps and motors. Coordinated the manufacturing, maintenance and capital equipment investments. Justified, procured and implemented, programmed a wide range of CNC equipment to reduce costs and increase capacity. Designed plant and cell layouts to improve flow and efficiency of the manufacturing operations. Designed workholding fixtures and developed routings/work standards for manual and CNC machines.

• CNC Machine Tool Operator

  • 1976 - 1980

  Set-up and operated a wide range of NC & CNC machine tools.