Tom Plaugher Email and Phone Number
Thomas Plaugher is a high-caliber Business and Operations Executive with experience serving as Vice President of Operations for multiple companies within the forest product industry. He lends his expertise in business development, operations management, and process improvement to continually refine and strengthen facility capabilities in performance and output.Thomas' background includes a proven track record managing daily operations for multiple facilities and overseeing large teams exceeding 600 staff. In addition to this, he has a history managing more than 50,000 truckloads and 6,000 export containers annually to generate more than $120 million across multiple revenue streams.Thomas is a solution-minded thought leader with a penchant for maintaining rigorous workflows while maintaining a pulse on opportunities for growth. He is adept at leading powerful teams, working collaboratively with C-level leaders, and maximizing facility performance to reinforce business longevity and profitability.EXPERTISE:➥ Natural leadership abilities that serve as a foundation of success managing large teams and operations to drive revenue and growth in rapidly evolving environments.➥ Stays abreast of emerging technologies and business methodologies, adopting new processes that strengthen existing business infrastructures.➥ Extensive academic training including a Master of Science in Forestry (with a Specialization in Forest Measurements & Geographic Information Systems), and a Bachelor's in Forest Source Management.➥ Possesses nearly 30 years of experience managing complex activities in facility construction, business acquisitions, team leadership, and development strategy within the lumber industry.➥ Builds the bench of future leaders by mentoring and training teams to own program accountability and maintain operational continuity against risks and setbacks.BOARD LEADERSHIP:Pellets Fuels Institute - Board of DirectorsNational Hardwood Lumber Association - Board of GovernorsWest Virginia Forest Management Review Commission - Citizen Advisory MemberMountaineer Trail Network Authority - Governing MemberSTRENGTHS:Facilities & Operations Management • Continuous Process Improvement • Resource & Talent MobilizationProject & Program Management • Strategic Planning & Execution • Organizational Growth • Strategic PartnershipsTeam Leadership & Development • Customer-Focused Operations • Safety & Compliance • CoachingLogistics & Procurement • Business Development • Risk Mitigation • Quality Control • Change Management
W.C. Bradley Co.
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- wcbradley.com
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Senior Director, Pellet Mill OperationsW.C. Bradley Co.Parsons, Wv, Us
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Director Of Wood Pellet OperationsDansons Nov 2024 - PresentScottsdale, Arizona, Us -
Vice President Of OperationsAppalachian Wood Pellets, Inc. Jul 2010 - Dec 2024➢ Facilitate large-scale project lifecycles to sustain increasing product demands while maintaining strong metrics in business continuity, product quality, and employee safety.➢ Established company credibility and grew diverse customer base that reinforced stable, year-round cash flow.➢ Drove all development for new business by authoring initial business plan, sourcing funding opportunities, and overseeing facility construction and launch.➢ Keep permits and consents from local and national regulating bodies up to date in compliance with industry and federal standards.➢ Successfully yielded 50K ton annual productions for hardwood pellet fuel facility.
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Managing MemberAllegheny Exports 2021 - Apr 2024➢ Co-founded new business in Virginia Inland Port near Front Royal, Virginia in 2021 to support growing global demand for log export services.➢ Seized opportunity to forge partnership with the Port of Virginia to secure on-port site for growing business. ➢ Identify and manage emerging risk factors and opportunities impacting short and long-term business objectives. -
Vice President Of OperationsAllegheny Wood Products Jun 2006 - Apr 2024➢ Direct all aspects of operations for over 100 MMBF of kiln dried lumber production from 5 different manufacturing facilities with 250+ employees. ➢ Managed daily operations for facilities, safety, production, transportation department, human resources, and IT.
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Vice President Of OperationsAllegheny Wood Products Jun 2006 - Apr 2024➢ Steer 8 hardwood sawmills to produce 170 MMBF of lumber on an annual basis. ➢ manage all aspects of operations for these facilities including production, safety, maintenance, Transportation Department, HR, and IT. ➢ Serve as VP of Operations for Allegheny Wood Products International, Inc. (kiln dried lumber), Appalachian Wood Pellets, Inc. (producing wood pellets for home heating fuel), and Allegheny Dimension (producing furniture dimension parts).
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Vice President Of OperationsAllegheny Dimension, Llc Oct 2013 - Dec 2018➢ Ran sister company to Allegheny Wood Products dedicated to designing and building high-quality furniture dimension and cabinetry parts.➢ Maintain accountability for project safety, product quality, and on-time delivery.➢ Managed daily operations for 120 employees through expert business and development oversight. Closed business due rising Asian imports.➢ Doubled the size of the company during tenure, delivering $10M in annual sales.
Tom Plaugher Skills
Tom Plaugher Education Details
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West Virginia UniversitySpecialization In Forest Measurements & Geographic Information Systems -
West Virginia UniversityCum Laude
Frequently Asked Questions about Tom Plaugher
What company does Tom Plaugher work for?
Tom Plaugher works for W.c. Bradley Co.
What is Tom Plaugher's role at the current company?
Tom Plaugher's current role is Senior Director, Pellet Mill Operations.
What schools did Tom Plaugher attend?
Tom Plaugher attended West Virginia University, West Virginia University.
What skills is Tom Plaugher known for?
Tom Plaugher has skills like Manufacturing, Sales, Wood, Construction, Business Planning, Purchasing, Operations Management, Strategic Planning, Timber, Contract Negotiation, Procurement, Project Management.
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