Michael J. Fitch

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Humble, Texas 77346

Phone: 281-***-**** Mobile: 217-***-****

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EMPLOYMENT OBJECTIVE

Seeking a senior management manufacturing position, ideally with P&L responsibilities or substantial operating accountability.

QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated action-oriented senior manufacturing executive with proven leadership skills in both turnaround and strategic growth situations. Experienced in all phases of steel manufacturing from melting to discrete part production. Extensive practical experience leading key manufacturing business disciplines including Safety, Environmental, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Human Resources, Commercial as well as Finance and Accounting organizations. Experienced in developing and motivating highly successful teams that drive the development of a strategic direction while facilitating the tactical implementation that propels business units to unprecedented levels of success. Capable of blending organic growth with a strategic focus on developing niche markets. Incorporates input throughout the organization to strengthen the business. Enhances continuous improvement attributes, coupled with Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.

CAREER EXPERIENCE

2011 to 2015 JSW Steel (USA), Inc.

1/2011 – 2/2015 President and Chief Executive Officer – JSW Steel (USA), Inc. JSW Steel (USA), Inc is a wholly owned subsidiary of JSW Steel Limited, a fully integrated steel manufacturer based in Mumbai, India. JSW Steel (USA), Inc. consists of a 160” wide discrete Plate Mill with approximately 1.0 million tons of capacity and a 0.5 million ton capacity LSAW Line Pipe Mill capable of manufacturing line pipe from 24” to 48” in diameter. Pipe product end users include major pipeline builders and operators, pipeline distributors and mid-stream developers. Plate consumers include railroad car manufacturers, pressure vessel manufacturers, plate service centers, off-shore platform manufacturers, ship and barge builders as well as utility pole manufacturers.

- Complete P&L responsibility for two distinct, yet integrated manufacturing operations employing around 700 people and achieving approximately $400 million in annual sales, a 125% increase from prior performance. Direct reports include Safety, Environmental, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Human Resources, Commercial Sales and Marketing and Finance and Accounting disciplines.

- Restored the JSW brand within the marketplace by taking the actions necessary to reestablish confidence and trust in the organization’s commitment to quality, delivery and service levels expected by the discrete plate and API line pipe markets.

- Reduced the OSHA Recordable Incident Rate 66% through revised practices and focus.

- Addressed and resolved significant product Quality and customer satisfaction concerns.

- Rebuilt the Sales and Marketing organizations, in both Plate and Pipe products, expanding geographical footprint and market coverage, significantly improving skill sets and professionalism while reestablishing presence in markets of our choosing. Results include record-setting monthly performances in both areas.

- Developed and implemented growth vision both domestically as well as throughout the NAFTA region capitalizing on niche segments as well as unique manufacturing attributes.

- Organized and implemented a $55 million rehabilitation and modernization program to improve manufacturing capabilities as well as reliability while setting the stage for significant manufacturing automation and efficiency enhancements. Michael J. Fitch

- Championed a successful and on-going effort to attract and hire skilled steel manufacturing leadership to provide improved direction, focus and attention to detail throughout the organization.

- Expanded plate offerings to include the needs of two new market segments, currently representing about 14% of plate volume.

- Returned the business unit to profitability and positioned the business to grow substantially in both Pipe and Plate categories through top-line growth, cost reduction, efficiency gains, quality improvements and acceptance approvals from major pipeline operators and plate fabrication contractors.

2006 to 2010 Alton Steel, Inc.

2006 – 2010 President and Chief Executive Officer – Alton Steel, Inc. Alton Steel, Inc., certified to ISO-9001-2008, is a single-site, privately-held steel manufacturer focused on carbon steel bar product manufacturing for consumers in both SBQ and MBQ markets. ASI produces bars in a wide range of popular steel grades, diameters and lengths, permitting a high level of personalization and customization. End user markets include forgers, service centers, cold drawers, energy and infrastructure products.

- Complete P&L responsibility for a manufacturing operation having achieved approximately

$290 million in sales and employing 335 people. Direct reports include Safety, Environmental, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, Human Relations, Sales and Marketing and Finance disciplines.

- Provided vision, leadership and direction resulted in dramatic improvements in operating performances, yields, product quality and market penetration that yielded record sales dollars and volumes as well as profits during peak market conditions and provided a strong base to sustain the business.

- Developed the existing Sales and Marketing organization by incorporating seven outside sales agencies to significantly expand the depth and breadth of the sales organization.

- Introduced several new product lines while expanding diameter and adding new steel grades.

- Continuously focused on positioning the business to be highly flexible and capable of taking advantage of rapidly changing market dynamics.

2003 - 2006 Mittal Steel, USA (ArcelorMittal Long Products, USA) 2003 – 2006 General Manager – Indiana Harbor Bar Products Mittal Steel’s Indiana Harbor Bar Products facility is a single-site steel manufacturer focused on long products manufacturing for specialty markets. IHBP is a leading manufacturer of machining steels with a strong desire to expand it’s presence in markets that build on its core competencies and those of the global corporation.

- Complete P&L responsibility for a manufacturing operation having approximately $400 million in sales and employing 450 employees. Direct reports included Safety, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Customer Technical Service, and Information Technology.

- Worked closely with Sales and Marketing to strengthen the customer portfolio.

- Worked closely with others to orchestrate the successful turn-around of the company.

- Positioned the company for continued improvements and growth substantiated by record profits in 2006.

1997- 2002 Charter Manufacturing, Inc.

2002 Vice President Business Development – Charter Manufacturing An industry leading, third-generation, family-owned manufacturer of specialized, niche metal products with a strong desire to expand it’s presence in markets that build on its core competencies.

- Coordinated and completed due diligence activities, acquiring a former competitor within 60 days.

- Led the team that prepared the sales and operating plans that provided financial justification for the acquisition.

- Successfully hired and led the team that restarted the shuttered facility within 45 days of acquisition. The facility produced prime product within four operating days after start-up. Michael J. Fitch

- Unit was profitable within three months after start-up.

- Commenced developing a business plan for the addition of melting facilities on site and began coordinating permit applications, governmental approvals and utility contracts. 1/01- 12/01 Vice President and General Manager – Charter Steel A multi-site, premier manufacturer of cold-headed quality bar, rod and wire for the domestic automotive, agricultural, appliance and heavy equipment manufacturers in the US. The highly specialized product is produced in manufacturing facilities certified to ISO-9002, QS-9000, QS-14001 and A2LA standards.

- Complete P&L responsibility for a multiple-site manufacturing operation having approximately

$210 million in sales and employing 525 non-union employees. Direct reports included Sales and Marketing, Finance, Customer Technical Service, Operations, Human Resources, Supply Chain Management and Information Technology.

- Maximized operating profitability through significant manufacturing cost controls, improved pricing structures, new sales and marketing strategies, dramatic delivery performance improvements and overall customer focused business operations. 10/97- 12/00 Vice President and General Manager – Charter Wire An ISO-9000, single site, Tier-II manufacturer of value- engineered cold rolled steel shapes, and near-net shapes, utilized by the automotive, petroleum, agricultural and steel warehouse industries.

- Complete P&L responsibility for a single site manufacturing operation having approximately

$32 million in sales and employing 125 non-union employees.

- Turn around situation that resulted in record profitability through significant manufacturing cost controls, improved pricing structures, new sales and marketing strategies, dramatic delivery performance improvements and overall customer focused business operations.

- Re-established the business as a formidable competitor in its chosen markets, and positioned the business to out-perform its competitors through a focused effort of sales, design, engineering and manufacturing to optimize the business’ inherent advantages.

- Utilized employee-based teams to become innovative and challenge the existing systems. 1974 - 1997 Acme Steel Company

A fully integrated high carbon and alloy steel producer, with sales exceeding $350 million, manufacturing hot and cold rolled steel sheet and strip for the automotive, agricultural, construction, fastener, washer, tubing, pipe and reroller industries.

- Progressively advanced over a twenty-three year career from an entry level Industrial Engineering position to Division Manager-level operating assignments. These assignments spanned various operating areas including steelmaking, rolling and processing as well as maintenance and plant service disciplines.

FORMAL EDUCATION

- Masters of Business Administration -Operations Management, DePaul University, Chicago, IL., 1995

- Bachelor of Science - Business and Economics, Illinois College, Jacksonville, IL., 1974

- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt – Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, 2010 PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

- Steel Manufacturers Association - Member of the Board of Directors

- Steel Manufacturers Association - Member of the Executive Board

- Steel Manufacturers Association - Elected Treasurer

- Association for Iron and Steel Technologies – Member since 1991

- Greater St. Louis Area United Way – Member of the Auxiliary Board of Directors

- American Cancer Society – Relay for Life – Baytown, TX – Gold Level Organization Support

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