Continuous Improvement P E

Robert A. Sliva, P.E.

Houston, TX ***** 713-***-****

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I am a results-driven leader with over 20 years of success delivering and exceeding ambitious operations goals. Talent for conceptualizing and implementing business plans to maximize efficiency and profitability. Skilled communicator, able to optimize the productivity of organization with hands-on training, coaching, and leadership by example. I have substantial experience leading multi-site manufacturing, service and distribution groups to achieve greater success delivering to diverse markets in the US and abroad. I have experience leading global teams to exceed stretch objectives through managing P&L and implementing continuous improvement processes.

Areas of Expertise

Strategic Planning and Forecasting

Lean Process Improvement

Contract Development / Negotiations

Turn Around Experience

Delivery of Plan through KPI’s

HSE Leadership

Supply Chain Management

Change Management

Career Experience

Contract – Currently evaluating financials and processes for Water Treatment and Waste Water Infrastructure installation and service groups. Project range from $2-$20 Million

Industrial Service Solutions – REGIONAL VP – SE REGION, ROTATING EQUIPMENT (April 2021 to July 2023)

Managed operations for 6 ISS locations utilizing SAGE ERP system

Implemented continuous improvement culture for Pump, Motors and Controls groups

Scaled manufacturing teams to deliver $150 M in Oil and Gas projects

Worldwide Oilfield Machine -GENERAL MANAGER AUTOMATION CONTROL SYSTEMS (April 2019 to 2021)

I was recruited to bring accountability, structure and planning to this fledgling group

Led sales, customer service, design and manufacturing of control systems group

Team developed automated Pressure Relief Valve for Offshore account

Led Development and market introduction of Automated API 16 D Hydraulic Power Unit with SCADA analytics delivering $300 K sales in first year

Led team to achieve business plan for 2020 in soft market conditions through process improvement and new product development and market introduction

HP Piping Solutions, Houston, TX - VICE PRESIDENT AND GENERAL MANAGER (April 2017 to 2019)

Recruited to form a new division for the market introduction and service of a new product line for HP Piping Solutions and prepare the company for acquisition.

Developed organization to design, manufacture and sell specialized Automated HPU’s audited under API license, open source software SCADA compatible to achieve SMART system functionality

My group provided 30% of total revenue for 2019 prior to sale of business

Consolidated Pressure Control, Houston, TX - VP OF SALES AND SERVICE 2012 to 2017)

Developed and executed strategies to drive new business revenue for a designer and manufacturer of control systems including Monitoring technology, support pumps, valves and expendable components . Held concurrent responsibility for improving service organization to maximize customer satisfaction and retention for products in API 16D, 16C and 6A classifications.

Led the sales and customer service teams to aggressively pursue their projected targets, increase revenue per service call, and boost annual revenue from $18M to $26M.

Developed distribution network to support direct sales team. These organizations accounted for 30% of our growth.

TSC Offshore Group, LTD, Houston, TX PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER (April 2007 to August2011)

Managed the global operations of this engineering, manufacturing and service organization promoted from Rotating Equipment Group serving the Oil & Gas Industry, marine and Nuclear industries. Held full P&L accountability for company’s nine locations delivering Cranes and Mechanical Handling Equipment.

Presided over growth from $40M to $170M through organic growth and strategic acquisitions resulting in a 100% increase in market capitalization and penetration of Canadian and S. American markets.

Implemented a turnaround strategy for the UK business unit resulting in an increase in EBITDA from a $10M loss to $1M in 18 months.

Implemented a continuous improvement processes in plants in the U.S. and UK improving project execution and financial performance.

Led multi-national and multi-functional groups for 6 manufacturing, distribution and service groups.

Additional Experience

NOV – P&L leadership of Mission pump, valve and expendable products group meeting market demand through regional managers, distribution and rep. organizations. Division size was $100 M with sales to Well Service and Stimulation companies and the Oil and Gas production market segments

Bear Equipment – Operations Manager for pump, regulator and relief valves; managed supply chain, manufacturing and quality control for this flow control equipment manufacturer

Education and Credentials

Masters Level Study

Accounting and Quantitative Management, University of Houston, Houston, TX

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Honors)

University of Houston, Houston, TX

Professional Development

Advanced Management Program for Senior Executives, Rice University (2011)

Lean Six Sigma 2013, 2023

Project Management Fundamentals, PDH Engineer (2013)

Publications

Developing an Effective Quality Control System, PDH Engineer (2011)

Member- IADC, API and non-active member of AESC

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