COO

COO | Building Materials Manufacturing and Distribution | PNW

EXECUTIVE PROFILE

Senior operations executive with 30+ years of experience in manufacturing, lumber, and building materials industries. Proven track record of turning around underperforming operations, securing major financing and grants, and driving operational excellence across complex manufacturing environments. Demonstrated expertise in leading multi-site operations, implementing lean manufacturing principles, and managing P&L responsibility for businesses with revenues exceeding $450M. Strong background in international operations, union negotiations, and export business development with consistent EBITDA improvements and safety enhancements.

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Manufacturing Operations & Turnaround Leadership

• Managed 8 manufacturing operations including sawmills, window manufacturing, and component facilities
• Achieved EBITDA consistently exceeding 15% of sales during economic recession
• Secured over $3.0M in grants and improved financial reporting systems
• Restarted previously closed sawmill facility and negotiated major supply agreements

Lean Manufacturing & Process Improvement

• Deployed OPEX fundamentals improving efficiency across all manufacturing departments
• Reduced material costs year-over-year by 6% while reducing labor costs by 2%
• Implemented lean tools company-wide with WIP reduction and waste elimination
• Achieved 99% complete and on-time shipping with 7-day lead times
• Developed headcount models with regression analysis for capacity planning

Safety & Quality Management

• Reduced Workers Compensation Incident Rate (WCIR) by 75%
• Improved safety performance year-over-year by 14.55% with 60% reduction in injuries
• Maintained excellent quality standards while implementing automation concepts