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VP Operations

Location:
Tulsa, OK
Salary:
Open
Posted:
May 23, 2018

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Larry D. Wahl

918-***-****

Tulsa, OK

ac5kug@r.postjobfree.com

CAREER SUMMARY

A proven results-oriented operations and business development professional with special skills in manufacturing. Have solid credentials in management, with strong customer service and organizational skills. Proven experience in energy, oil and gas, refining, petrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. Highly focused and results-oriented in supporting complex, deadline-driven operations. Achieved organizational goals by identifying priorities, developing strategies and efficiently directing personnel and allocating resources.

SKILLS

More than 20 years of experience with demonstrated results in;

Management

General Management

Operations & Manufacturing

Program & Project Management

Cross-functional Teams

P&L Responsibilities

Budget Development

Safety Management

Technology

Manufactured Products

ASME and API

Field Services

Lean Manufacturing

Technology Development

Estimating

EPC

Business Development & Sales

Domestic & International Sales

Customer & Partner Relationships

Negotiations & Contracts

Proposals & Presentations

PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Managed daily operations of approximately 180 employees including managers, manufacturing personnel, technicians and office staff. Responsible for P&L, budget, safety record, hiring and staffing.

Restructured the organization, identifying and defining employee roles and responsibilities

Developed and implemented policies and procedures

Successfully modified the organization’s culture, while addressing personnel problems and maintaining employee morale

Relocated two separate office and shop locations into one new facility

Implemented project controls and project work flow, manufacturing master schedule, and quality assurance/quality control plan for manufacturing facility, resulting in 96% on-time and on-budget

Successfully reduced TRIR from 2.53 to zero in twelve months.

Integrated employee retention program from 3% retention to 97% in twelve months.

CAREER HISTORY

Sammy Reece Companies – Cushing, OK (2017 to present) – Consultant

Writing policies and procedures for obtaining ASME code stamps

Established and implemented safety program

Writing policies and procedures for project management and implementing lean manufacturing

Chart Industries, Inc. – Tulsa, OK (2016 – 2017) – Vice President of Operations

Strategically lead the operations business goals and initiatives while designing and implementing necessary improvements to maintain safe, clean, energy efficient and well organized facility

Pro-actively analyzes operational metrics, making and driving process improvements within manufacturing, customer service, supply chain, and sourcing

Maintain close surveillance over operations through perusal of reports, staff meetings, observation and personal contact to assure ordinate and integration of work flow, timely production, budgetary conformance, schedules, and utilization of personnel, skills, machines, equipment and facilities.

Coordinate and direct major projects, e.g. expansion of facilities, acquisition, and installation of capital equipment, software, major repairs and overhauls, plant layout changes, etc., to the best economic and schedule advantages.

Supervise and coordinate the various programs essential to manufacturing, e.g. training, safety, housekeeping, work simplifications, cost reduction, wage and salary administration, plant protection and security, etc.

Ohmsteade, Ltd. – St. Gabriel, LA (2015 – 2016) – General Manager

Responsible for all aspects of the operation including sales, estimating, quoting, purchasing, engineering, manufacturing, installation, accounting and human resources

Accountable for financial results by accurately quoting and by managing expenses and asset utilization

Deal with customers on a daily basis and accountable for maintaining and developing customer relations

Provide day-to-day supervision of all staff and oversee the operations of engineering, fabrication, welding, shipping and installation

Total profit and loss oversight that ensures profitability by directing and monitoring activities to achieve a satisfactory operation and growth performance as measured in terms of Return on Investment, profit margins, manufacturing and labor costs and increased sales volume

Ensure sound financial position by overseeing the development of presentations, Strategic Plans, long- range goals and annual operating plans

Ensure compliance with all government, financial, environmental and labor regulations

Ensure a safe and healthy work environment, product quality and production efficiencies

Willbros – Tulsa, OK (2013 – 2014) – Vice President of Fabrication

Recruited from Matrix to take Vice President/Fabrication job for Willbros

Responsible for the entire fiscal planning and performance of the organization

Implemented programs to ensure attainment of business plan for growth and profit with improved processes to generate higher profit margin on fabrication projects

Directed general managers in establishing business objectives

Served as the strategic lead and provided oversight and expertise to execute fabrication projects safety, on scheduled and within budget

Managed key programs and project administrative support activities in accordance with contracts and company policies

Handled contract negotiations, change orders and disputes

Managed 140-160 employees with seven direct reports

Matrix Service Company, Fabrication Division Catoosa, OK (2011 – 2013) – Asst. General Manager

Matrix Service provides engineering, fabrication, construction, maintenance and repair services to a wide range of industries and utilities. The Fabrication Division provides construction components for above-ground storage tank projects across North America, as well as ASME pressure vessels and other specialized fabrication services.

Wahlco Fabricators, Inc. – Tulsa, OK (1997 – 2010) – Owner/President

Wahlco’s primary business is the fabrication of ASME and PED-certified boiler economizers, air heaters, heat exchangers, convection boxes, stacks and all connecting piping and duct work. Wahlco maintains S, U, R and NB stamps authorizations for ASME. Managed 40-80 employees.

Kenco Engineering Company – Tulsa, OK (1988 – 1997) – Vice President (1990 – 1997)

EDUCATION

Central State University, Edmond, OK – Bachelor Degree of Business



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