Jimmy Renfroe
601-***-**** **********@*******.***
Professional Summary
Dynamic operations leader and drilling fluids engineer with 20+ years of experience managing cross-functional teams, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring safe, high-quality outcomes in high-pressure environments. Proven track record of leading logistics and production operations, building high-performing teams, and optimizing costs. Currently transitioning into the oil & gas sector with field-ready drilling fluids certification and hands-on lab skills. Technical & Leadership Skills
• Team Leadership & Staff Development
• Operations & Logistics Management
• Budgeting & Cost Control
• Safety & Regulatory Compliance (OSHA, HACCP)
• Drilling Fluid Design (OB/WB Systems)
• Mud Property & Rheological Testing
• Strategic Planning & Process Improvement
Certifications & Training
Drilling Fluids Engineering School - DFE Tech, Tyler, TX Graduating Feb 2025
Certified training in OB/WB systems, drilling fluid calculations, lab operations, and formation compatibility.
Professional Experience
Drilling Fluids Engineer
Jimmy Renfroe Consulting LLC Feb 2025 - Present
• Deliver technical guidance and lab support for safe, cost-efficient drilling.
• Collaborate with drilling teams to optimize wellbore performance.
• Lead testing of mud systems and adapt formulations to changing conditions. Shipping & Inventory Control Manager
Channel Control Oct 2021 - Dec 2024
• Directed daily logistics and inventory operations for 30+ shipments/day.
• Managed and mentored a team of 14, improving delivery efficiency by 18%.
• Implemented process improvements and reduced operational costs by X%.
• Oversaw safety compliance, QA, and multi-department coordination. QA Supervisor
Mar-Jac Dec 2020 - Oct 2021
• Supervised 22 staff across USDA-regulated food production lines.
• Drove compliance with HACCP protocols and worker safety standards.
• Led internal audits, GMP training, and cross-team safety initiatives. Operations Manager
Book Mart Corp 1995 - 2020
• Built and scaled a multi-million-dollar retail operation from the ground up.
• Managed all business functions: P&L;, hiring, inventory, vendor contracts, and marketing.
• Led a team of 18 employees with a focus on customer service and continuous improvement. Affiliations
Member - Hattiesburg Sertoma Club
References
Harrison Rowden - DFE Tech *******@**********.*** 936-***-**** Michelle Rowden - DFE Tech ********@*******.*** 214-***-**** John Evans - Production Engineer ******@*******.*** 217-***-****