Over 20 years of manufacturing experience in operations, technical, and management roles solving practical industry issues with significant financial gains for a variety of chemical manufacturers. Developed a scale-up of a distillation system from bench work through design and final startup of a $750k unit operation. Familiar with food grade manufacturing (cGMP), fermentation science, and a variety of skills in safety, environmental, cost improvement, reliability, and personal development areas. I have managed multiple engineering groups with a $2 - $5MM productivity portfolio while earning my Six Sigma black belt certification & applying Lean Manufacturing techniques. As a Utilities Lead, led operators, mechanics and an engineer to ensure efficient and reliable supply of plant utilities including power, water, steam, and air. Developed operational modeling tools to optimize boiler/turbine operations, negotiated a peaker-plant deal valued at over $1MM, and implemented numerous energy efficiency projects. With FMC, I led two talented teams of engineers for the only North American carrageenan manufacturer & a premier microcrystalline cellulose business with specific focus on safety, cost improvement, technical support, capital project execution, and behavioral-based team development. Also led an Operations group to ensure injury-free manufacturing across 5 product lines and optimal quality, productivity, and cost. As BEW Plant Manager, I currently perform strategic-level and tactical-level work in managing both the Power Plant and the LFG Processing Plant, producing renewable gas at the largest landfill gas to pipeline gas facility in the US. Responsible for all Operations, Safety, Environmental, Maintenance, and Training aspects for the site. Responsible for hiring, developing, and maintaining staffing positions in accordance with business plans. Ensure environmental compliance in accordance with permits.