Valmont Industries
Industry: Manufacturing company
DescriptionValmont Industries, Inc. is a large, publicly held American manufacturer of Valley center pivot and linear irrigation equipment, windmill support structures, lighting and traffic poles and steel utility poles. Their corporate office, main plant and aviation department is in Omaha. Headquarters: Omaha, Nebraska, United States CEO: Stephen G. Kaniewski (31 Dec 2017–) Founder: Robert B Daugherty Subsidiaries: Valmont SA, Valmont International LLC, PiRod Inc,
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Valmont Industries March 2011 - Present
Thrustmaster of Texas January 2010 - January 2011
Terex 2007 - June 2009
ATK 2005 - 2007
Eastman Kodak 2002 - 2005
Boeing Commercial Airplanes 1992 - 2002
Skills
5S, JIT, SPC, TPM, Visual Management, Toyota Production System, Value Stream Mapping, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, Six Sigma, DMAIC, Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing..., Kanban, Manufacturing..., Process Improvement, Manufacturing, SMED, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Operations, FMEA, Iso 9000, Strategic Sourcing, Lean Transformation, PDCA, Logistics, Purchasing
Education
City University of Seattle 1995 — 2005
BS, Business Administration
Valmont Industries March 2010 - Present
Valmont Industries April 2000 - March 2010
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Process Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, DMAIC, Manufacturing...
Education
Doane College
Currently Attending, Business Administration and Management, General
Monett Metals August 2011 - Present
Monett Metals Inc August 2011 - Present
Luke Peters November 2008 - August 2011
Eskridge inc August 2007 - September 2009
Richard Griffen June 2006 - November 2008
Natoma Corp January 2004 - March 2006
Valmont Industries, Inc November 1999 - March 2002
Valmont Industries November 1999 - December 2001
Education
DeVry University 1985 — 1986
Valmont Industries May 2013 - Present
Valmont Industries November 2011 - May 2013
Valmont Industries February 2010 - November 2011
Valmont Industries April 2009 - February 2010
Valmont Industries November 2008 - April 2009
Valmont Industries January 2006 - November 2008
Valmont Industries July 2004 - January 2006
Valmont Industries January 2003 - July 2004
Valmont Industries June 1996 - January 2003
Skills
Strategic Planning, Sales Management, New Business Development, Team Building, Negotiation, Cross-functional Team..., Sales, Product Development, Contract Negotiation, Account Management, Leadership, Management, Marketing Strategy, Salesforce.com, Continuous Improvement, Forecasting, Process Improvement, Marketing, Operations Management, Business Development, Strategy
Education
Creighton University 1997 — 1999
MBA, Business Administration
Creighton University 1992 — 1996
BS, Finance
Universidad de Granada 1995 — 1995
History, Economics, Finance, Spanish
Creighton Prep 1988 — 1992
Valmont Industries March 2015 - Present
United States Marine Corps May 2013 - Present
United States Marine Corps May 1994 - March 2015
USMC June 2010 - June 2013
USMC April 2009 - December 2009
Skills
Security Clearance, Logistics, Military, Logistics Management, Program Management, Military Logistics, Military Operations, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Operational Planning, Process Improvement, Inventory Management, Project Management, Project Planning, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Analysis, Six Sigma, Supply Chain, Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Training, Team Leadership, Leadership, Organizational..., Microsoft Office, Supervisory Skills, Leadership Development, Maintenance Management, Active DoD Secret..., Government, Change Management, Mentoring, Continuous Improvement
Education
Villanova University 2015 — 2015
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Process Improvement and Organizational Development, Certificate of Completion
University of Maryland University College 2012 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Marine Corps University 2012 — 2012
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Project Management
University of Maryland University College 2010 — 2012
Associate's Degree, General Studies
Marine Corps Univeristy 2011 — 2011
Lean Six Sigma, Green Belt, Project Management
Craven Community College 2010 — 2010
Certificate, Quality Management Auditing
Marine Corps Univeristy 2010 — 2010
Certificate, Engineer Equipment Chief
Marine Corps University 2010 — 2010
Certificate, Operations Management and Supervision
Valmont Industries July 2015 - Present
Thrasher Basement Systems, Inc./Foundation Supportworks, Inc. October 2014 - Present
United States Air Force May 2013 - Present
United States Air Force June 2012 - May 2013
US Army July 2011 - May 2012
United States Air Force September 2010 - July 2011
United States Air Force June 2009 - September 2010
United States Air Force February 2008 - February 2009
United States Air Force February 2007 - February 2008
United States Air Force February 2005 - February 2007
Skills
Military, Command, Military Operations, Security Clearance, DoD, Military Experience, National Security, Defense, Top Secret, Operational Planning, Aviation, Aircraft, Counterterrorism, Command, Military Logistics, Aircraft Maintenance, Military Aviation, Afghanistan, Aerospace, Readiness, Air Force, Force Protection, NATO, Leadership, Management, BAT, Transportation..., Cross-functional Team..., Cross-functional..., Transportation Planning, Operations Management, Servant Leadership, Priority Management, Executive Correspondence, Executive-level..., Problem Solving, Maintenance Management, Supply Chain Management, Interpersonal..., Flights, Interpersonal..., Organizational...
Education
Southwestern College 2006 — 2008
Master of Science (M.S.), Leadership, 3.94
University of Nebraska at Omaha 1997 — 1999
Bachelor of General Studies, Aviation/Airway Management and Operations, 3.78
Community College of the Air Force 1994 — 1999
Associate's degree, Aircraft System Maintenance Technology
Kansas State University 1991 — 1993
Airframe and Powerplant License, Aviation Maintenance, 3.7
Valmont Industries October 2013 - Present
United States Air Force 2010 - July 2013
United States Air Force 2009 - 2010
United States Strategic Command 2007 - 2009
United States Air Force 2005 - 2007
United States Air Force 2002 - 2005
United States Air Force 2000 - 2002
United States Air Force 1993 - 1999
Skills
Leadership, Logistics, Operations Management, Production Managment, Project Management, Quality Assurance, Safety, Diverse Team Management, Process Improvement, Lean Production, Risk Management, Team Building, Retention Initiatives, Strategic Planning, Employee Evaluation, Aircraft Maintenance, Policy Development, Employee Training, Command, DoD Top Secret Clearance, Military Operations, Lean Manufacturing, Policy, Operational Planning, Military, Security Clearance, Aircraft, Top Secret, Military Experience, DoD, Military Logistics, National Security, Defense, Electronic Warfare, Logistics Management, Weapons, Information Assurance, Aviation, Aerospace
Education
United States Air Force Academy 1989 — 1993
Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Sciences, Human Factors Engineering
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 1995 — 1997
Masters in Aeronautical Science, Management and Logistics
Valmont Industries December 2014 - Present
Valmont Industries April 2008 - November 2014
Valmont Industries September 2000 - April 2008
HWS Consulting Group 1997 - 2000
Skills
Employee Benefits, Lean Manufacturing, Team Building, Employee Engagement, Master Scheduling, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, IFS, 5S, Discover, StrengthsFinder, Communication
Education
Doane College 2006 — 2012
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Management
Lincoln School of Commerce, Lincoln NE 1995 — 1997
Associate Degree, Administrative Assisting
Self-employed August 2012 - Present
US Wheat Associates, Inc. September 1988 - August 2012
Bechtel Corporation April 1984 - June 1988
Valmont Industries March 1982 - April 1984
FMC International June 1978 - February 1982
Prior Brothers Inc. January 1968 - June 1978
FMC Corporation June 1974 - January 1976
US Army June 1965 - June 1967
Education
Washington State University 1973 — 1975
Masters, Agricultural Economics - Marketing
Gonzaga University 1961 — 1965
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
Valmont Industries March 2015 - Present
Matco Services Inc. (Valmont Industries Inc.) December 2011 - March 2015
Valmont Industries December 2008 - February 2011
Valmont Industries January 2003 - December 2008
Skills
Sales Management, Strategic Planning, Pricing, Manufacturing, Team Building, New Business Development, Purchasing, Contract Negotiation, Sales Process, Management, Sales, Marketing, Leadership, Forecasting, Sales Operations, Project Planning, Contract Management, Selling, Operations Management, Key Account Management, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Inventory Management, Negotiation, Continuous Improvement, Competitive Analysis
Education
Doane College 1999 — 2003
BA, Business
Southeast Nebraska Technical College 1972 — 1974
Associates in Architectural Technology, Architectural Drafting and Design
ADTRAN April 2015 - Present
ADTRAN July 2013 - April 2015
ADTRAN February 2000 - July 2013
MCBA 1998 - 2000
Logicon 1997 - 1998
Valmont Industries May 1992 - July 1994
Skills
RedHat Certified..., HPUX Certified System..., Solaris, VMware, Unix, Linux, CentOS, RHEL, Nagios, Disaster Recovery, System Administration, Kickstart, Sendmail, Weblogic, Architecture, Operating Systems, Architectures, Shell Scripting, Agile Methodologies, TCP/IP, Windows, Telecommunications, Virtualization, Ubuntu, WebLogic, VirtualBox, Servers, VPN, SAN, Data Center, Cloud Computing, Software Development
Education
Florida Institute of Technology 2009 — 2011
Master of Science (MS), Information Technology
Midland Lutheran College 1990 — 1994
BS, Math & Computer Science
Valmont Industries September 2012 - Present
Green Plains Renewable Energy August 2011 - September 2012
Werner Enterprises September 2009 - August 2011
Skills
Logistics, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Procurement, Supply Chain..., Transportation, Warehousing
Education
Creighton University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), International Business & Marketing
Valmont Industries Inc. Corporate April 2002 - Present
Valmont Industries April 1999 - April 2002
Dayco Products July 1980 - April 1999
Skills
Auditing, Supplier Quality, Software Documentation, ISO, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Quality Management, Quality System, Value Stream Mapping, DMAIC, Quality Auditing
Education
Chadron State College
Business/Commerce, General
US.Lubricants, A Division of U.S. Venture, Inc. July 2014 - Present
Valmont Industries, Inc. January 2013 - January 2014
Valmont Industries, Inc January 2002 - December 2012
Valmont Industries January 1988 - January 2002
Skills
Product Development, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Forecasting, Pricing Strategy, Sales, Customer Service, Manufacturing, Business Development, Credit, Key Account Management, Lighting, New Business Development, Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Sales Operations, International Sales, Management, Product Marketing, Contract Negotiation, Product Management, P&L Management, Competitive Analysis, CRM, Salesforce.com, Leadership, Negotiation, Sales Management
Education
Doane College
Master of Arts in Management, Management/Business
Wayne State College
Bachelor of Science
Lincoln Financial Group January 2012 - Present
Valmont Industries September 2006 - January 2012
Berens & Tate PC LLO February 2005 - August 2006
Brown & Brown PC LLO November 2001 - January 2005
Washington County Attorney's Office August 1999 - November 2001
Cargill, Inc. November 1997 - August 1999
Art Fac, Inc. November 1988 - November 1994
Enterprise Publishing 1986 - 1988
Skills
Relationship Development, Senior Executives, Event Planning, Corporate Events, Due Diligence, Newsletters, Event Management, Financial Accounting, Case Management, Office Management, Office Administration, LinkedIn, Executive Management, Leadership Development, Case Managment, New Business Development, Change Management, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Word, Team Building, Marketing, PowerPoint, Employee Benefits, Sales, Outlook, Insurance, Training, Human Resources, Process Improvement, Employee Relations, Budgets, Management, Recruiting, Benefits Administration, Customer Service, Organizational..., Account Management, Vendor Management, Administration, Coaching, Operations Management, PeopleSoft, Risk Management, Analysis, Team Leadership, Access, Salesforce.com, Disability Insurance, Customer Satisfaction, Life Insurance
Education
Dana College 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration / Management
Guthrie Center High School 1981 — 1984
Valmont Industries November 2012 - Present
Valmont Industries June 2000 - November 2012
Valmont Industries March 1993 - June 2000
Skills
PL/SQL, ERP, Database Design, Crystal Reports, Oracle SQL, Problem Solving, Analysis, Troubleshooting, Documentation, Deployment, Requirements Analysis, Testing, Database Development, Software Documentation, Software Development, Oracle, Databases, Business Intelligence, ETL, SSIS, SSRS, SharePoint, Visio, Microsoft SQL Server, Integration, SSAS, Systems Analysis, Visual Basic, Access, T-SQL, SQL, SDLC, Visual Studio, MS Project, ASP.NET, IIS, Analysis Services, Business Analysis, Database Administration, VB.NET, Software Project..., Business Objects, XML, .NET, Agile Methodologies, Data Warehousing, System Deployment
Education
Doane College 1999 — 2003
Bachelors, Information Systems Management, 3.98 GPA
Southeast Community College 1992 — 1993
Associate, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, 3.82 GPA
Lindsay Corporation July 2009 - Present
Lindsay Corporation July 2006 - July 2009
Lindsay Corporation March 2003 - July 2006
Steril Manufacturing Company June 2000 - March 2003
Valmont Industries 1997 - 2000
Skills
Product Development, Continuous Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, Forecasting, Process Improvement, Sales Management, Purchasing, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Business Planning, Project Management, Pricing, Engineering, Product Marketing, Sales, New Business Development, Supply Chain, E-commerce, Marketing, Business Strategy, Operations Management, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Strategy, Sales Operations, Program Management, Product Management, Training, Team Building, Contract Negotiation
Education
Creighton University 2001 — 2003
MSITM, Masters in Information Technology Management
Creighton University 1997 — 2001
MBA, Business Administration
University of Nebraska-Lincoln 1994 — 1997
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
Burke
Private Practice Associates, LLC September 2008 - Present
Gordmans June 2007 - April 2008
Valmont Industries December 1999 - April 2007
PKS January 1998 - September 1999
MFS Communications, Inc. January 1995 - September 1997
University of Nebraska Medical Center August 1993 - December 1995
Bishop Clarkson Memorial Hospital August 1985 - July 1993
Skills
Organizational..., Leadership Development, Talent Acquisition, Mergers, Talent Management, Negotiation, Labor Relations, Process Improvement, HRIS, Acquisitions, Mergers & Acquisitions
Education
Creighton University School of Law 1982 — 1985
J.D., Law
University of Notre Dame 1978 — 1982
B.A., Government and International Studies
Westside High School 1975 — 1978
SpaceX September 2014 - Present
Valmont Industries March 2013 - Present
Zachry Group September 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Inspection, Metal Fabrication, Welding, Blueprint Reading, MIG Welding, Arc Welding, Forklift Operation, Construction Safety, Steel, Materials
Education
Greenville Technical College 2011 — 2012
Combo welding, Welding Technology/Welder
Job corps center 1996 — 1997
Skill trade, Welding Technology/Welder
Valmont Industries February 2014 - Present
Southwood Conservation Area July 2013 - October 2013
Colorado State University September 2012 - July 2013
Greenwood Wildlife Rehabilitation Center March 2013 - May 2013
Colorado State University August 2012 - December 2012
Colorado State University August 2007 - May 2010
Southwoods Conservation Area May 2007 - August 2007
Design Homes April 2006 - October 2006
Jarco Inc May 2005 - October 2005
Skills
Research, Data Collection, Data Analysis, ArcGIS, GIS, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Microsoft Office, Field Work, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, Sustainability, Environmental Awareness, Ecology, Natural Resources, Wildlife, Microsoft Word, Biology, Community Outreach, PowerPoint, Project Management, Laboratory Skills, Geospatial Data, Carpentry, Power Tools, Science, International Business, Water, Project Planning, Management, Work Effectively, Heavy Equipment and..., CAD, First Aid, CPR Certified
Education
Colorado State University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Natural Resources and Conservation Biology
Western Iowa Tech Community College 2004 — 2005
Carpentry Diploma, Carpentry/Carpenter
Western Iowa Tech Community College 2002 — 2004
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Biology, General
Valmont Industries November 2013 - Present
Ogeechee Technical College October 2008 - October 2013
Department of Juvenile Justice-RYDC 2006 - 2008
Skills
Event Planning, PowerPoint, Criminal Justice, Higher Education, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Grant Writing, Supervisory Skills, Fundraising, Adult Education, Curriculum Design, Teaching, Grants, Research, Staff Development, Classroom, Tutoring, Administrative..., Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Process Scheduler, Policy, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Curriculum Development, Student Affairs, Leadership Development, Training, Data Entry, Editing, Government, Leadership, Social Networking
Education
Georgia Southern University - College of Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Valmont Industries March 2015 - Present
Valmont Industries April 2008 - March 2015
Fairmount Food Group, LLC January 2006 - April 2008
General Mills, Inc 2004 - 2006
General Mills 2000 - 2004
General Mills 1998 - 2000
General Mills 1997 - 1998
ARCO Chemical 1996 - 1997
Skills
Business Strategy, Mergers, Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Mergers & Acquisitions, Product Marketing, Corporate Finance, Executive Management, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Corporate Development, Valuation, Private Equity, Strategic Planning, Finance, Portfolio Management, Business Development, International Business, Start-ups
Education
Cornell University - S.C. Johnson Graduate School of Management 1994 — 1996
MBA
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1987 — 1991
BS
Thomson Reuters January 2003 - Present
Valmont Industries May 2001 - May 2002
Skills
Legal Research, Legislative Analysis, Westlaw, Wills, Research, Legal Writing
Education
Creighton University School of Law 1999 — 2002
J.D, Law
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh 1994 — 1998
B.S, Criminal Justice - Philosophy
Total Care Connections September 2015 - Present
Valmont Industries September 2005 - September 2015
Fremont National Bank & Trust December 1998 - August 2004
Skills
International Sales, Strategic Planning, Account Management, Logistics, Negotiation, Customer Service, Lean Manufacturing, Project Management
Education
Doane College 2007 — 2010
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
UNIVERSITY OF NE - OMAHA 1980 — 1983
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
Gwinnett County Public Schools July 2014 - Present
Grounded Engineering Services December 2012 - August 2013
Geo-Hydro Engineers, Inc. March 2011 - December 2012
MACTEC June 2010 - March 2011
Valmont Industries May 2009 - March 2010
Bhate Geosciences October 2008 - May 2009
Terracon Consultants May 2006 - October 2008
Geo-Hydro Engineers, Inc. August 2003 - May 2006
Education
Georgia Institute of Technology 2005 — 2006
Masters of Science, Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering)
Georgia Institute of Technology 2001 — 2005
Bachelors of Science, Civil Engineering
Valmont Industries June 2013 - Present
Valmont Industries February 2012 - June 2013
Milliken & Company 2007 - January 2012
Milliken & Company 2006 - 2007
Milliken & Company 2005 - 2006
Milliken & Company 2004 - 2005
Milliken & Company 2002 - 2004
Milliken & Company 1999 - 2002
Milliken & Company 1997 - 1999
Milliken & Company 1996 - 1997
Skills
Manufacturing, New Business Development, Product Development, Six Sigma, Project Management, Manufacturing..., Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Kaizen, Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, Process Engineering, Management, Supply Chain Management, DMAIC, 5S, Cross-functional Team..., Value Stream Mapping, Supply Chain, SPC, Root Cause Analysis, ISO, TPM, Production Planning, Start-ups, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, TQM
Education
Georgia Institute of Technology 1988 — 1992
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
Valmont Industries, Inc September 2005 - Present
Valmont Industries 1986 - 2005
Skills
Vendor Management, HRIS, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Plan Design, Wellness, Benefits, PeopleSoft, Open Enrollment, Talent Management, Analysis, Management, Deferred Compensation, Employee Relations, Executive Pay, Program Management, Human Resources, Labor Relations, Employee Wellness...
Education
Doane College
Valmont Industries April 2012 - Present
Verizon Wireless January 2003 - April 2012
Skills
Employee Relations, Leadership Development, Coaching, Training, Account Management, Management, Marketing, Sales, Sales Operations, Leadership, Recruiting, CRM, Process Improvement, Employee Training, Project Management, Business Development, Analysis, Human Resources, Team Building
Education
Michigan State University 1988 — 1990
MBA, Marketing Management and Business Administration
Creighton University 1984 — 1988
PsychologyBA, MBA Marketing Management, Adult Learning Theory, Memory and Retention, Cognitive Psychology, MBA Marketing Management
Creighton University
Psychology and Business Administration
(VRI) Variance Reduction International, Inc. 2010 - Present
UC Irvine 2012 - Present
Scott Thor, LLC 2010 - Present
Lortz Manufacturing Company 2009 - 2010
Lortz Manufacturing Company 2007 - 2009
Union Metal Corporation 2004 - 2007
Hendrickson Trailer Suspension Systems 2001 - 2004
Hendrickson Trailer Suspension Systems 1998 - 2001
Valmont Industries 1992 - 1998
Skills
Six Sigma, ISO, Quality Systems, Manufacturing, APQP, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Value Stream Mapping, DMAIC, Operational Excellence, Mentoring, TQM, Kanban, Analysis, Coaching, Cross-functional Team..., Process Mapping, Organizational..., Metrics, Kaizen, 5S, Change Management, Black Belt, Quality Management, Strategic Planning, Data Analysis, Emotional Intelligence, Employee Engagement, CQE, Operations Management, Business Process, Lean Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, SPC, Theory of Constraints, Minitab, Management Consulting, Business Coaching, Leadership Development, Entrepreneurial..., Entrepreneurship..., EOS Professional..., Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research, Quality System, Leadership, Strategy, EOS
Education
George Fox University 2009 — 2012
Doctor of Management, Executive Management
University of Sioux Falls 1999 — 2001
MBA, Business Administration
University of Nebraska at Omaha 1993 — 1998
BS, Industrial Technology
Southeast Community College 1990 — 1991
AAS, Welding and Metallurgy
Valmont Industries June 2014 - Present
Quallion May 2012 - August 2013
Alcoa Fastening Systems August 2011 - May 2012
NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.) October 2007 - July 2011
NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.) January 2004 - October 2007
NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.) January 1999 - January 2004
NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.) January 1998 - December 1998
NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.) July 1997 - December 1997
United States Navy 1990 - 1997
Akerlund & Rausing Packaging Corporation 1989 - 1990
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Budgets, Project Planning, Strategy, 5S, Program Management, Quality System, Value Stream Mapping, Manufacturing, Strategic Planning, Materials Management, Kaizen, Training, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Business Planning, Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Human Resources, Management, Purchasing, Analysis, Aerospace, Automotive, Kanban, ISO, Quality Management, Six Sigma, Auditing, FMEA, Production Planning, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing..., Cross-functional Team..., SPC, Product Development, TQM, Process Engineering, Operational Excellence, Toyota Production System, JIT, MRP, TS16949, Quality Assurance
Education
Claremont Graduate University - Peter F. Drucker and Masatoshi Ito Graduate School of Management 2010 — 2013
Executive MBA, Drucker Fellow, Strategy
University of California, Los Angeles - The Anderson School of Management 2008 — 2009
The Executive Program in Management
University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business 2001 — 2001
Management Development Program
Mapua Institute of Technology 1983 — 1988
B.S. MIE, Management & Industrial Engineering
St. Andrew's High School 1979 — 1983
AmeriSpec Inspection Services & TNT Termite Services April 2010 - Present
Valmont Industries, Inc. January 2009 - April 2009
Valmont Industries, Inc. January 2005 - December 2008
Valmont Industries July 2000 - December 2004
Skills
Cost Reduction, Organizational..., Operations Management, Kaizen, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Sales, Process Improvement, New Business Development, Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Management, Team Building, Sales Management, Leadership, Negotiation, Marketing, Product Development
Education
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - School of Business Administration 2008 — 2008
LEAN Certification
Harvard Business School 1998 — 1998
General Management Certificate, General Management
Columbia University - Columbia Business School 1995 — 1995
Certificate - Competitive Advantage, Developing a Competitive Analysis DB
University of Nebraska at Omaha 1977 — 1981
BSBA, Marketing
Knoll November 2013 - Present
Valmont Industries August 2011 - November 2013
Valmont Industries May 2011 - November 2013
JACQUET Mid Atlantic July 2010 - May 2011
Union Foundry Company a Division of McWane Inc. July 2004 - November 2008
Atlantic States Cast Iron Pipe Company a Division of McWane Inc. January 2004 - July 2004
Tyler Pipe Company a Division of McWane Inc. January 2001 - January 2004
AmQuip Corporation May 2000 - November 2000
Modern Handling Equipment Company August 1996 - May 2000
Skills
Cost Reduction, Continuous Improvement, P&L, Contract Negotiations, TQM, Business Turnaround, Culture Change, Business Management, Team Building, Change Management, Forecasting, Manufacturing, Negotiation, Operations Management, Planning, Quality, Problem Solving, 5S, Budgets, Business Planning, Business Process..., Business Strategy, Coaching, Contract Negotiation, Cross-functional Team..., Cycle Time Reduction, ERP, Engineering, Human Resources, ISO, Income Statement, International Business, Inventory Management, JIT, Kaizen, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Logistics, Management, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing..., New Business Development, Operational Excellence, P, Performance Management, Process Engineering, Process Improvement, Process Scheduler, Procurement, Product Development
Education
DeSales University
MBA, Business Management
DeSales University
Bachelor's, Business Management
Dieruff High School
Diploma, College Prepatory
Valmont Industries January 2015 - Present
Valmont Industries January 2012 - January 2015
Arch Services January 2005 - October 2011
Black & Decker, Ultra Hardware 1991 - 2011
Ultra Hardware Products February 2002 - January 2005
Black & Decker December 2000 - February 2002
Black & Decker November 1999 - December 2000
Black & Decker January 1998 - November 1999
Black & Decker June 1996 - January 1998
Black & Decker June 1995 - June 1996
Skills
Sales Management, Marketing Management, Strategic Planning, P&L Management, Product Development, Business Development, Sales Operations, Integrated Marketing, Competitive Analysis, CRM, Pricing, Brand Management, Digital Marketing, Management, Product Launch, Change Management, Marketing Automation, Global Marketing, Mergers & Acquisitions, Channel Relationship..., Cross-functional..., Voice of the Customer, Marketing Mix, Web Marketing, Leadership
Education
University of Idaho 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management and Corporate Communications, Minor in Graphic Design with additional coursework in Engineering and Marketing
Cornell University - Johnson Graduate School of Management
Masters Certificate, Marketing Strategy
General Dynamics Information Technology July 2015 - Present
Data Solutions & Technology June 2015 - June 2015
Valmont Industries January 2015 - March 2015
DynCorp International November 2010 - October 2013
DynCorp International June 2010 - November 2010
KBR,INC June 2009 - March 2010
CGI 2010 - 2010
KBR, Inc. January 2009 - May 2009
Hard N THA Paint Productions October 2007 - January 2008
ERA Colonial Real Estate February 2004 - November 2006
Skills
Warehousing, Procurement, Logistics, Training, Software Documentation, Process Scheduler, Management, Leadership, Budgets, Customer Service, Military, Inventory Control, Human Resources, Employee Training, Policy, Transportation, Distribution Center..., Operations Management, Government, Supervisory Skills, Contract Management, Inventory Management, Logistics Management, Military Logistics, Materials Management, Supply, Security Clearance, Warehouse Management, Supply Chain Management, Government Contracting
Education
Midlands Technical College 2014 — 2014
Phlebotomy, Medical/Clinical Assistant
Central Texas College 2011 — 2011
Central Texas College, Logistics and Distribution Management
Central Texas College 2000 — 2011
Business Sales and Marketing, Distribution and Logistics Management
Killeen High School
Killeen High School
Killeen High School
Valmont Industries January 2012 - Present
Valmont Industries 2009 - 2011
First National Bank of Omaha 2007 - 2009
First National Bank of Omaha 2006 - 2007
First National Bank of Omaha 2005 - 2006
Euromoney Institutional Investor 2004 - 2005
Skills
International Business, Financial Analysis, Risk Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Modeling, Business Development, Financial Reporting, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Forecasting, Banking, Credit, Financial Risk
Education
Creighton University 2008 — 2011
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Creighton University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Information Technology Consulting January 2011 - Present
Steven Branscombe Photography 2010 - Present
Valmont Industries October 2001 - August 2010
IBM August 2000 - September 2001
American Management Systems (AMS) March 1999 - July 2000
Skills
Account Management, Acquisition Integration, Analysis, Budgets, Business Analysis, Business Development, Vendor Management, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Software Project..., Program Management, Project Management, Process Improvement, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Management, Integration, Public Speaking, Business Process, Business Process..., Change Management, Customer Service, Management Consulting
Education
Georgia Institute of Technology 1973 — 1977
BIE, Industrial Engineering
Various 2013 - 2014
Valmont Industries 2005 - 2013
Valmont Industries 1995 - 2005
Valmont Industries 1990 - 1995
Valmont Industries 1986 - 1990
Valmont Industries 1983 - 1986
Skills
Microsoft Office, Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Research, PowerPoint, Leadership, Training
Education
Doane College 1988 — 1991
Business Administration and Management, General
University of Nebraska-Lincoln 1971 — 1991
Business Administration and Management, General
G4S International October 2013 - Present
Valmont Industries January 2008 - May 2013
United States Army Reserve December 1988 - March 2013
Nestlé USA June 1997 - January 2002
Skills
Operations Management, Leadership, Security, Manufacturing, Training, Supervisory Experience, Time Management, Warehousing, Organization &..., 5S, Microsoft Excel, Supervisory Skills, prioritize, Shipping, Quality Assurance, Lean Manufacturing, Team Building, handle multiple tasks..., PC skills, oral and written..., detail and..., presentation skills to..., Decontamination, interpersonal, CBRN, Reconnaissance, analytical,..., Hand to Hand Combat, Customer Service
Education
Colorado Technical University 2012 — 2014
Associate's Degree, Science in General Studies
Heartland Community College 2003 — 2004
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General, Freshmen
Heyworth High 1984 — 1988
dale Carnegie
Oregon Department of Transportation December 2008 - Present
Freilinger & Boss IT Business Solutions, LLC January 2007 - July 2010
Oregon Department of Transportation June 2003 - December 2008
Oregon Department of Transportation January 2002 - June 2003
Oregon Department of Transportation April 2000 - January 2002
Oregon Department of Transportation November 1998 - April 2000
Valmont Industries June 1997 - November 1998
CH2M HILL January 1996 - June 1997
Skills
Microsoft SQL Server, SSIS, Business Intelligence, SSRS, Data Warehousing, Software Development, Web Applications, Technical Leadership, Enterprise Architecture, Application Architecture, Microsoft Technologies, ASP.NET, Data Modeling, Visual Basic, T-SQL, Requirements Analysis, Database Design, C#, Visio, Business Analysis, SharePoint, Databases, Web Services, TFS, Access, Systems Analysis
Education
Oregon State University 1994 — 1998
Dual MS, Structural Engineering & Forest Products
Willamette University - Atkinson Graduate School of Management 2010 — 2011
Certificate, Public Management
Oregon State University 1991 — 1994
BS, Civil Engineering
Chemeketa Community College 1990 — 1991
Engineering Transfer Program
Valmont Industries January 2013 - Present
Valmont Industries 2011 - 2014
Edge Teleservices October 2009 - March 2011
Great Clips January 2003 - August 2008
Skills
Process Improvement, Telecommunications, Wireless, Troubleshooting, Operations Management, Customer Service, VoIP, Team Leadership, Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Project Management, Windows, Vendor Management
Education
Doane College 2014 — 2018
Bachelor's degree, Business/Commerce, General
Bahner College of Hairstyling 2000 — 2002
Licensed, Cosmeto
Wayne High School 1996 — 2000
Valmont Industries August 2006 - Present
Skills
Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Six Sigma, MRP, Management, Materials Management, Purchasing, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Continuous Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Operations Management, New Business Development, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Project Management
Education
Doane College 2001 — 2006
Bachelor's degree, Business Management, 4.0
Doane College
Nebraska Medicine 2014 - Present
Valmont Industries January 2014 - September 2014
Nebraska Orthopaedic Hospital July 2008 - January 2014
Maverick Productions April 2008 - May 2009
planitOmaha February 2008 - June 2008
Walgreens June 2005 - June 2008
Skills
Event Planning, Public Speaking, Event Management, Advertising, Fundraising, PowerPoint, Leadership Development, Volunteer Management, Microsoft Office, College Recruiting, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Employee Relations, Customer Service, Interviews, Recruiting, Non-profit Volunteer, Emotional Intelligence, Human Resources, Friendly Personality
Education
College of Saint Mary 2011 — 2012
MOL, Master in Organizational Leadership
University of Nebraska at Omaha 2005 — 2009
B.S., Speech Communication
Millard West High School 2001 — 2005
Valmont Industries October 2013 - Present
Willamette Chevron May 2010 - September 2013
George Fox University January 2012 - May 2013
City of Newberg April 2012 - August 2012
Oregon City Construction September 2008 - June 2009
Skills
AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, MathCAD, EPANET, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Time Management, Hardwork, Surveying, Grant Writing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Servant Leadership, Dependable Team Player, Enthusiasm to learn, Innovator, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Inventory Management, Data Entry, Outlook, Sales, Customer Service, Social Media, Logistics, Cashiering, Customer Satisfaction, Telephone Skills
Education
George Fox University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Civil Engineering
Elbit Systems of America April 2014 - Present
Valmont Industries August 2013 - Present
Bell Helicopter December 2002 - March 2013
Alcatel-Lucent August 1992 - April 2002
Skills
Project Management, MS Project, Program Management, Primavera P6, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Access, Earned Value Management, Risk Assessment, Conflict Resolution, Process Improvement, Introducing New Products, Employee Training, Coaching Staff, Cross-functional Team..., Integration, Vendor Management, Project Planning, Risk Management, SDLC, Process Scheduler, Change Management, Contract Management, Management, Engineering Management, Strategic Planning, Systems Engineering, Budgets, Visio, OSHA 10-Hour Certified, Forklift Operator, Continuous Improvement
Education
Amber University
Bachelor's degree, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Eastfield College
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
South Garland High School
Valmont Industries August 2013 - Present
Delinea Design March 2012 - June 2013
Creighton Students Union January 2010 - January 2011
Southwestern Advantage April 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Social Media, Social Media Integration, Community Outreach, Team Management, Team Leadership, Youth Engagement, Environmental Research, Environmental Testing, Environmental Education, Environmental Awareness, Youth Mentoring, Youth Programs, Youth Leadership, Youth Empowerment, HIV prevention, Social Networking, Networking, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Research, InDesign
Education
Creighton University 2008 — 2012
Creighton Prep
Valmont Industries January 2012 - Present
Tennessee Valley Authority 1999 - 2007
Skills
Structural design, Architectural Design, Electrical Design, Manufacturing, Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Process Improvement, Product Development, AutoCAD
Education
Chattanooga State Community College 2014 — 2017
Associate degree, Non-Destructive Testing
Northeast Alabama Community College 2009 — 2011
Associate's degree, Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians
Pierce Manufacturing, An Oshkosh Corporation Company August 2013 - Present
JLG Industries, An Oshkosh Corporation Company December 2011 - August 2013
Oshkosh Corporation December 2010 - December 2011
Valmont Industries March 2006 - December 2010
The HON Company 2003 - 2006
Haworth 1997 - 2003
Skills
Business Process..., Business Planning, Strategy, Pricing, Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Operational Excellence, Change Management, Business Strategy, Strategic Planning, Lean Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Business Development, Project Planning, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Negotiation, Operations Management, Management, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, New Business Development, Process Engineering, Management Consulting, Forecasting, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Team Building
Education
Harvard Business School 2012 — 2012
Executive Education, Strategic Marketing Management
Harvard Business School 2012 — 2012
Executive Education, Global Strategic Management
Harvard Business School 2007 — 2008
Program for Leadership Development, Strategy, Leadership, Marketing, Value Delivery
City University of Seattle 1998 — 2000
MBA, General Business
University of Washington 1993 — 1997
BSME, Machine Design and Manufacturing Operations
Valmont Industries, Inc. February 1975 - Present
Valmont Industries February 1975 - December 2011
Skills
Executive Secretary, Quality Assistance, Logistics, Purchasing, Negotiation, Strategic Sourcing, Global Sourcing, Supply Management, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, MRP, Sourcing, Materials Management, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, JIT, Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, Six Sigma, Inventory Management, Manufacturing Operations, Inventory Control, Program Management
Education
Nebraska City High School 1966 — 1968
High School Diploma, College level courses
Doane College
Business
Merchants Bank of Bangor February 2015 - Present
Precision Roll Grinders, Inc. November 2010 - February 2015
Valmont Industries November 2005 - July 2010
Conn-Selmer, Inc. March 2004 - September 2005
Kawneer Company March 1990 - September 2003
Skills
Employee Relations, Employment Law, Human Resources, Recruiting, Performance Management, Employee Benefits, Career Counseling, Hiring, Talent Management, Interviews, Management, Benefits Negotiation, Process Improvement, Resume Writing, Coaching, Team Building, Personnel Management, Payroll, Organizational..., FMLA, Onboarding, Succession Planning, College Recruiting, Benefits Administration, Labor Relations
Education
Eastern Mennonite University 1989 — 1991
BS, Congregational Leadership
Valmont Industries June 2015 - Present
Valmont Industries October 2011 - Present
Skills
Product Development, Business Strategy, Manufacturing, International Marketing, Strategic Planning, Mandarin, Pricing, Start-ups, New Business Development, Management, Engineering, Strategy, Product Management, Lean Manufacturing, Leadership, Mergers, Mergers & Acquisitions, International Business, Supply Chain Management, Organizational..., P&L Management, Competitive Analysis, Process Improvement, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business Planning, Six Sigma, Sales Management, Forecasting, Negotiation, Product Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., International Sales, Marketing Strategy, Business Development, Contract Negotiation, Continuous Improvement
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 2008 — 2010
MBA
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology 2008 — 2010
MBA
University of Utah 1994 — 1999
BS, Mechanical Engineering
University of Utah 1994 — 1997
BA, Chinese
Chinese Culture University 1995 — 1996
BA, Classical Chinese
Garretson Firm Resolution Group Inc 2013 - Present
Caledonian Alloys part of Precision Castparts 2011 - 2013
Time Warner Cable 2009 - 2010
Sirona Dental Systems LLC 2008 - 2009
Centex Homes 2006 - 2008
HDR 2001 - 2006
Valmont Industries 1996 - 2001
Kiewit 1994 - 1996
Skills
Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Cost Accounting, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Auditing, Process Improvement, Managerial Finance, Internal Controls, Strategic Financial..., Financial Modeling, Variance Analysis, Business Process, SharePoint, PeopleSoft, Finance, Access, Balanced Scorecard, Visio, ERP, Cognos, Essbase, EAI, Forecasting, Analysis, Budgets, Cash Flow, Payroll, XML, General Ledger, Consolidation, Financial Audits, Leadership, Internal Audit, Management, Financial Accounting, Microsoft Excel, Word,..., Microsoft Dynamics..., Hyperion / Essbase, SQL / SQR (Oracle), Oracle / PeopleSoft..., Cognos Query / Reporting, Customer Relationship..., Balanced Scorecard &..., Application Integration, Financial Planning
Education
Creighton University 1999 — 2005
MS-IT, Master of Science, Information Technology Management
Creighton University 1999 — 2003
MBA, Masters in Business
University of Nebraska at Omaha 1989 — 1994
BSBA, Accounting, Banking and Finance Majors - Information Systems Minor
Valmont Industries June 2013 - Present
AAA travel magazines 2010 - Present
Nebraska Tourism Commission July 2010 - June 2013
Midland Lutheran College January 2009 - February 2010
Omaha World-Herald 1998 - 2008
Associated Press 1996 - 1998
Worthington Daily Globe April 1992 - April 1994
Skills
Editing, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Public Relations, Social Media, Copy Editing, Writing, Proofreading, Storytelling, Ap Style, Email Marketing, Marketing, Project Management, Internal & External..., Agency Relationship..., Advertising, Deadline Oriented, Public Speaking, Online Journalism, Microsoft Office, Fact-checking, Photoshop, Newspaper, Crisis Communications, Feature Articles, Journalism, Trade Shows, AP Style, Editorial, Social Networking, Newspapers, Blogging
Education
Creighton University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
Wipro Technologies February 1992 - Present
PKS Information Services 1992 - 2006
Valmont Industries October 1983 - February 1992
Education
Creighton University 1977 — 1981
Omaha Public Power District August 2013 - Present
OPPD January 2007 - July 2013
Omaha Public Power District January 2001 - January 2007
Valmont Industries October 1996 - January 2001
Skills
Power Generation, Power Plants, Nuclear, Energy, Engineering, Process Improvement, Project Management, Project Engineering, Electric Power, Smart Grid, AutoCAD, Strategic Planning, Manufacturing, Project Planning, Energy Management, Process Engineering, Team Building, NERC, Power Distribution, Renewable Energy
Education
Creighton University 2001 — 2007
MBA
University of Nebraska-Lincoln 1993 — 1995
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
University of Nebraska at Omaha 1990 — 1992
Bachelor of Sceince, Mechanical Engineering
Bellevue University May 2014 - Present
Valmont Industries March 2014 - Present
New Market Expressions, LLC January 2008 - Present
Distefano Technology & Manufacturing June 2008 - February 2014
Oriental Trading Company November 2002 - January 2008
Pamida January 2000 - November 2002
John Day Company March 1994 - July 1999
Skills
Operations Management, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Product Development, Change Management, Event Planning, Lean Manufacturing, Social Media, Public Speaking, Event Management, New Business Development, Vendor Managed Inventory, Employee Relations, Microsoft Excel, Procurement, Project Planning, Analysis, Recruiting, Supply Chain, Leadership Development, Leadership, Purchasing, Negotiation, Inventory Management, Account Management, Team Building, Manufacturing, Merchandising, Customer Service, Supply Chain Management, Contract Negotiation, CPFR, Budgets, Project Management, Management, Non-profits, Marketing Strategy, Continuous Improvement, Sales, Training, Analytics, Coaching, Community Outreach, Sales Management, Start-ups, Microsoft Office, Customer Satisfaction, Business Analysis, Retail
Education
University of Nebraska at Omaha 1999 — 2002
MBA, Business
Grace University 1991 — 1998
Bachelors, Youth
University of Nebraska-Lincoln 1989 — 1991
Valmont Industries February 2014 - Present
Gordmans November 2010 - February 2014
Gordmans December 2008 - November 2010
Gordmans July 2006 - December 2008
Gordmans April 2001 - July 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, Leadership, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Microsoft Excel, Research, Retail, Inventory Control, Management, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Legal Research, Profit, Purchasing, Process Improvement
Education
Creighton University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor's degree, English Language and Literature, General, Cum Laude
Valmont Industries April 2010 - Present
Oriental Trading Company November 2009 - March 2010
Holder Construction Company December 2008 - September 2009
Northside Hospital March 2006 - November 2008
Northside Hospital September 2003 - March 2006
NDCHealth 2000 - 2003
Skills
Deferred Compensation, Human Resources, PeopleSoft, Employee Relations, HRIS, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Onboarding, Customer Service, Succession Planning, Performance Management, New Hire Orientations, FMLA
Education
Georgia Southern University 1995 — 1999
B.B.A., Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Valmont Industries January 2014 - Present
Valmont Industries December 2011 - January 2014
ConAgra Foods August 2010 - February 2012
Lozier Corporation November 2008 - August 2010
Lozier Corporations January 2008 - November 2008
Alegent Health August 2007 - January 2008
Skills
Employee Relations, Recruiting, Employee Benefits, Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Organizational..., Team Building, Process Improvement, Talent Management, Coaching, Succession Planning, Human Resources, College Recruiting, Strategic Planning, Onboarding, Benefits Administration, Lean Manufacturing, Applicant Tracking..., PeopleSoft, New Hire Orientations, Labor Relations, Training, Interviews, Affirmative Action, Taleo, Manufacturing, Personnel Management, HRIS, Employee Engagement, Workforce Planning
Education
Doane College 2012 — 2015
Master of Arts (M.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
University of Nebraska-Lincoln 2004 — 2007
BS, Business Administration
Johns Manville July 2011 - Present
Valmont Industries June 2008 - July 2011
Phelps Dodge June 2006 - July 2007
Skills
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Education
Colorado School of Mines 2003 — 2008
BS, Chemical engineering
Valmont Industries October 2008 - Present
Philips Lighting 2007 - 2008
Eurolight 2003 - 2005
Sylvania Lighting International 2003 - 2005
Philips Lighting 1990 - 2003
Skills
Operations Management, Business Planning, Turnaround Experience, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Research, Product Design and..., International Business..., Managing Complex Sales, International Logistics, Lighting Design, Small Scale Aircraft..., Composite Structures, Engineering Drawings, Prototype Development, Photography, International Sales, Leadership, Management, CRM, Negotiation, Strategy
Education
Florida International University 1986 — 1988
BSEE
Miami Dade College 1983 — 1986
BSEE
Miami Killian 1980 — 1983
High School
Dow Corning January 2014 - Present
Dow Corning April 2013 - December 2013
Dow Corning January 2011 - April 2013
Dow Corning 2003 - January 2011
Dow Corning 1996 - 2003
Valmont Industries 1992 - 1994
Valmont Industries 1986 - 1992
AL Alkhorayef Sons Co 1979 - 1985
Skills
Project Management, Start-ups, GaN, Epitaxy, Semiconductors, Polymers, Six Sigma, Leadership, Silicon, New Business Development, Commercialization, Cross-functional Team..., Market Development, Chemical Engineering, Power Electronics, SIC, Coatings, R&D, Team Building, Compound Semiconductors, Product Development, Marketing Strategy
Education
Creighton University
MBA
Oregon State University
Bachelor’s Degree
ModernHEALTH March 2015 - Present
ModernHEALTH August 2014 - February 2015
ModernHEALTH March 2014 - July 2014
McKinsey & Co. September 2010 - March 2014
McKinsey & Company June 2009 - August 2009
Valmont Industries October 2006 - April 2008
Wells' Dairy, Inc. October 2005 - October 2006
Stroud Consulting July 2004 - October 2005
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 2008 — 2010
MBA
Cornell University 2003 — 2004
Masters of Engineering
Cornell University 1999 — 2003
UNSW Australia 2002 — 2002
(Study Abroad)
Valmont Industries November 2013 - Present
Archer Daniels Midland April 2013 - November 2013
BD Medical July 2007 - February 2013
Trident Security Services March 2006 - July 2007
Skills
Manufacturing..., ISO 13485, FDA, V&V, CAPA, Medical Devices, Security Management, Training, Root Cause Analysis, Management, Team Building, Quality System, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Leadership, Operations Management, Engineering, Value Stream Mapping, Manufacturing, 5S
Education
Chadron State College
BA, Criminal Justice/Psychology
Valmont Industries April 2012 - Present
CSG Systems April 1998 - April 2012
Community First Bankshares November 1996 - November 1997
Skills
Active Directory, System Administration, Windows Server, Troubleshooting, Integration, VMware, Disaster Recovery, Virtualization, SQL
Education
Creighton University 1989 — 1992
BSBA, Finance
Valmont-Newmark January 2014 - Present
Valmont Industries January 2011 - December 2013
Valmont Industries 2006 - 2011
Valmont Industries 2000 - 2006
Valmont Industries 1992 - 2000
Valmont Industries 1988 - 1992
Valmont Industries - Gate City Steel 1985 - 1988
Gate City Steel 1984 - 1985
Gate City Steel 1981 - 1984
Gate City Steel 1977 - 1981
Skills
Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Operations Management, ERP, Continuous Improvement, Forecasting, Team Building, Business Process..., Inventory Management, Strategic Planning, Lean Manufacturing, Change Management, Budgets, Accounting, Leadership, Financial Analysis, Project Planning, Analysis, Contract Negotiation, Logistics, Management, Finance, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Service, Auditing, Sales Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, Process Scheduler, Product Development, Internal Controls, Purchasing, Pricing, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Project Management, Cost Accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Team Leadership, Business Planning
Education
Creighton University 1973 — 1977
BSBA, Accounting
Novation Industries September 2011 - Present
Valmont Industries October 2008 - August 2011
Woodward 2003 - 2008
Woodward/Synchro-Start 1993 - 2008
Woodward aka Synchro-Start 1989 - 2008
Skills
Operations Management, Microsoft Excel, Forklift Operator, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Kaizen, Inventory Control, Logistics, Shipping, Warehousing, MRP, Manufacturing..., Purchasing, Root Cause Analysis, JIT, Production Planning, Electronics, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing
Education
Harry S Truman College 1983 — 1984
City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College
Computer Science
Region 5/6 Emergency Management April 2001 - Present
Valmont Industries February 1996 - December 2000
Skills
Fundraising, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Community Development, Program Development, Grant Writing, Philanthropy, Newsletters, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits
Education
Dana College 1986 — 1990
BS, Organizational Communications
Valmont Industries September 2013 - Present
Eaton Corporation February 2007 - August 2013
Ashland November 2005 - February 2007
International Paper August 2004 - November 2005
Weldwood of Canada July 2002 - July 2004
International Paper November 1999 - June 2002
International Paper October 1997 - October 1999
Skills
Hazardous Waste..., EHS, Continuous Improvement, Environmental Auditing, Industrial Safety, Environmental Awareness, Occupational Health, Program Management, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Safety Management..., Behavior Based Safety, Fire Protection, Training, Executive Coaching, ISO 14001, Ergonomics, Workplace Safety, Accident Investigation, Industrial Hygiene, Hazard Analysis, HAZWOPER, RCRA, Risk Assessment, Environmental Compliance, ISO, Environmental..., Process Safety, 5S, Safety Engineering, Inspection, Hazardous Materials, Process Safety...
Education
Eastern Kentucky University 1988 — 1991
BS, Fire and Safety Engineering Technology
The DECC Company 2010 - 2013
Johnson Controls (Kforce) 2010 - 2010
Valmont Industries 2008 - 2008
Uniform Color Company 2006 - 2008
Delphi 1998 - 2006
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Process Improvement, Cost Reduction, Value Stream Mapping, Automotive, Kaizen, Manufacturing, Injection Molding, Six Sigma, Program Management, Engineering, Budgeting, Strategic Planning, Process Engineering, 5S, Team Building, Team Leadership, SAP, Manufacturing..., AutoCAD, Coaching, FMEA, PPAP, Root Cause Analysis, Supervisory Skills, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Problem Solving, APQP, Toyota Production System, ISO, DMAIC, JIT, TPM, PFMEA, SMED, Operational Excellence, CAD, Plant Layout, OEE, Change Management, Project Management, Design for Manufacturing, Kanban, Extrusion, Molding, Poka Yoke, Manufacturing...
Education
Grand Valley State University
MBA
Western Michigan University
BSE
Northview High School
Aureus Medical Group October 2011 - Present
C&A Industries September 2010 - October 2011
Aureus Medical Group January 2005 - March 2010
C&A Industries, Aureus Medical July 2000 - January 2005
Valmont Industries January 1997 - July 2000
Skills
Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, Staffing Services, Temporary Placement, Cold Calling, CRM, Onboarding, Temporary Staffing, Coaching, Negotiation, Sales, Hiring, College Recruiting, Contract Negotiation, Sourcing, Permanent Placement, Strategic Planning, Account Management, Employee Relations, Sales Management, Interviews, Human Resources, Direct Sales, Contract Recruitment, Internet Recruiting, Applicant Tracking..., Screening Resumes, Building Relationships, Benefits Negotiation, Executive Search, Technical Recruiting, Customer Retention, Training, Permanent Staffing, Employee Training, Screening, Recruitment Advertising, Resume Writing, Leadership, Job Fairs, Job Coaching, Business Networking, Staff Augmentation, Employee Benefits, Industrial Sector, Performance Management, Interview Preparation, Vendor Management, Talent Management, Employee Engagement
Education
Clarkson College 1992 — 1994
A.S., Radiology
Doane College
B.A, Business
Valmont Industries May 2005 - Present
Sitel Corporation May 2003 - May 2005
Prairie Systems May 1998 - May 2003
Kutak Rock May 1988 - May 1998
Skills
Customer Service, Photoshop, Teaching, HTML, Negotiation, Team Building, Project Planning, Public Speaking, Team Leadership, Market Research, Social Media Marketing, Management, Marketing, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Budgets, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Social Media, Project Management, Data Analysis
Education
Des Moines Area Community College 1980 — 1982
Associate's degree
Schneider Electric Company August 2015 - Present
Valmont Industries October 2014 - July 2015
Valmont Industries November 2011 - October 2014
Valmont Industries January 2007 - November 2011
Valmont Industries November 2005 - January 2007
Shopko 2004 - 2005
Shopko 2004 - 2005
Skills
Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, Employee Relations, Human Resources, Talent Management, Team Building, Applicant Tracking..., Process Improvement, Succession Planning, HRIS, Onboarding, Performance Management, Benefits Administration, Interviews, Employee Benefits
Education
Dordt College 1996 — 2000
B.A., Psychology
Millard North
Valmont Industries 2008 - Present
Valmont Industries 2003 - 2008
Valmont (China) Industries 2002 - 2003
Education
Creighton University
MBA
University of Nebraska at Omaha
MS in Management Information System
Valmont Industries August 2013 - Present
Valmont Industries 2010 - Present
Valmont Industries 2004 - 2010
Valmont Industries 2000 - 2004
Skills
Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Sales Management, Management, Problem Solving, Forecasting, Root Cause Analysis, Organizational..., Pricing, Team Leadership, Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Troubleshooting, Team Building, Value Stream Mapping, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Training, Business Process..., Customer Satisfaction, Logistics, Coaching, Procurement, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Product Management, Budgets, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Kaizen, Microsoft Excel, Business Strategy, Supervisory Skills, Kanban, Contract Negotiation, Materials Management, ISO, Strategic Sourcing, Project Planning, Contract Management, Business Development, Change Management, New Business Development, Leadership Development, Project Engineering, Quality Management, MS Project, Pricing Strategy
Education
Midland University 1993 — 1996
BSBA, Marketing and Management
Doane College
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), courses taken
Fremont Senior High
Valmont Industries January 2008 - Present
Hill Brothers Logistics July 2004 - July 2006
Crete Carrier Corporation July 2001 - June 2004
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Logistics, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Operations Management, Customer Service, Sales Management, Purchasing, Microsoft Office, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Process Improvement, Six Sigma, Procurement, Inventory Management, Transportation, Training, Freight, Export, International Logistics, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Team Building, Logistics Management, Transportation...
Education
Waterloo Senior High 1982 — 1986
Doane College
Valmont Industries 2014 - Present
TASI Group 2004 - 2009
Precision Plating Company 2000 - 2003
APW- Zero Manufacturing 1998 - 2000
ITW Signode 1988 - 1998
Skills
Mergers & Acquisitions, Leadership, Mergers, Manufacturing, Negotiation, Product Development, Operational Excellence, Outsourcing, P&L Management, P&L, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Operations Management, Continuous Improvement
Education
Drake University 1976 — 1980
BA, Business
Valmont Industries May 2015 - Present
Valmont Industries September 2012 - April 2015
Valmont Industries May 2010 - September 2012
Valmont Industries November 2008 - May 2010
Valmont Industries August 2005 - October 2008
Valmont Industries November 1990 - August 2005
Skills
Lean Initiatives, Problem Solving, Manufacturing, Welding, Steel, Metal Fabrication, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, ISO, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing..., DMAIC, JIT, TPM, Operations Management, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Process Improvement, Team Building, Toyota Production System, Quality System, Quality Management, Kanban, Operational Excellence, SPC, FMEA, Iso 9000, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Production Planning, Cross-functional Team..., American Welding..., Quality Control, TQM, Certified Welding...
Education
Doane College
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Safety Products Division September 2007 - Present
Valmont Industries Inc January 1999 - June 2007
Valmont Industries January 1999 - May 2007
Great Expectations Salon May 1997 - January 1999
Skills
Supply Chain, Purchasing, Analysis, Training, Sales, Supply Chain Management, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, MRP, Logistics, Kaizen, Operations Management, Value Stream Mapping, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Contract Negotiation, Team Building, Management, Negotiation
Education
Bahner College of Hairstyling - Cosmetology
Doane College
Associate's degree, Business/Commerce, General
Metro Community College
Paraprofessional Diploma, Developmental Disabilities
Valmont Industries January 2014 - Present
Valmont Industries October 2012 - December 2013
Midland University August 2011 - September 2012
Midland University February 2011 - August 2011
Velociti Inc. September 2009 - December 2010
Sandhills Publishing March 2007 - September 2009
Skills
Learning Management..., Higher Education, E-Learning, Public Speaking, Staff Development, Microsoft Office, Instructional Design, Customer Service, Teaching, Technical Writing, Social Media, Adobe Creative Suite, Instructional Technology, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Editing, Curriculum Design, Training, Project Management, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Web Design, Sales, Web Development, Windows, Articulate Studio, SumTotal, Salesforce.com, Agriculture, Camtasia, Manufacturing, Moodle, Tegrity, Management, Cornerstone, Articulate Storyline, JIRA, Confluence
Education
University of Nebraska at Kearney 2010 — 2012
Master of Science in Education, Instructional Technology
Doane College 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism, Spanish
Universidad de Granada 2007 — 2007
Spanish Language and Literature
Valmont Industries February 2012 - Present
Cornhusker International Trucks October 2007 - October 2010
Horton, Inc. January 1992 - October 2007
Peterbilt of Wisconsin January 1989 - December 1991
Education
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing
Oconomowoc Sr. High School 1978 — 1981
Doane College-Lincoln Grand Island and Master
Masters of Arts in Management, Management
Precision Polymer Engineering LLC July 2015 - Present
Valmont Industries October 2011 - July 2015
Ericsson November 2007 - August 2011
Ericsson August 2003 - October 2007
Ericsson January 2000 - July 2003
MTS Mobility August 1988 - December 1999
Skills
SS7, CRM, Telecommunications, CDMA, Wireless, Customer Service, Staff Management, LTE, SIP, IP, Leadership, Switches, Troubleshooting, Wireless Networking, Cellular Communications, GSM, Networking, Project Management, UMTS, 3G, EVDO, Mobile Communications, VoIP, Ethernet
Education
DeVry University
Bachelors of Science, Technology Management
Red River Community College
Associates Degree, Electrical Engineering
Red River Community College
Associates Degree, Electronic Engineering
Valmont Industries 2009 - Present
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, 5S, Manufacturing, Toyota Production System, Manufacturing..., Product Development, Strategic Planning, DMAIC, Manufacturing Operations, Kanban, Manufacturing..., Root Cause Analysis, TPM, Operational Excellence
Education
Goshen College
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Business Administration and Management, General
Valmont Industries July 2014 - Present
Lincoln Structural Solutions October 2012 - July 2014
The Filter Shop, Inc. September 2011 - October 2012
Roberts & Dybdahl Inc. May 2009 - September 2011
St. Peter Claver Cristo Rey High School May 2007 - May 2009
Education
University of Nebraska at Omaha 2008 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Creighton University 2003 — 2007
BSBA, Finance
Chicago Tube & Iron December 2012 - Present
Valmont Industries 1988 - 2011
Lexington Standard 1976 - 1988
Lexington Standard 1974 - 1976
Skills
Typing, Attention To Detail, Able To Multi-task, Scheduling, Continuous Improvement, Word, Vendor Relations, Materials, Time Management, Inventory Management, Logistics, Purchasing, Process Scheduler, Sales, Data Entry, Inventory Control, Distribution Center..., Microsoft Word, 5S, Lean Manufacturing
Education
Dakota County Technical College 1973 — 1974
Secretarial Degree
Rosemount High School 1969 — 1973
Valmont Industries June 2000 - Present
Skills
Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Forecasting, Process Improvement, Customer Service, Product Development, Strategic Planning, Operations Management, Continuous Improvement, Negotiation, Purchasing, New Business Development, Microsoft Office, Project Management
Education
Doane College 2001 — 2007
Bachelor's degree, Businesss Management, 4.0
Valmont Industries July 2011 - Present
Valmont Industries July 2006 - June 2011
Valmont Industries October 2001 - July 2006
Skills
Process Improvement, Project Management, Team Building, Project Planning, Strategic Planning, Operations Management, Energy, Contract Negotiation, Forecasting, Continuous Improvement, Analysis, Product Management
Education
Doane College-Lincoln Grand Island and Master 2012 — 2015
Master's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Doane College-Lincoln Grand Island and Master 2002 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration and Management, General
Valmont Industries December 2010 - Present
Valmont Industries August 2007 - December 2010
Health Fairs of America January 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Account Management, Financial Statement..., Credit Analysis, Credit, Negotiation, Finance, Management, Leadership, Financial Reporting, Process Improvement
Education
Creighton University 2009 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Creighton University 2001 — 2005
Bachelor's degree, Finance, General
United States Marine Corps June 2009 - Present
United States Marine Corps January 2006 - June 2009
Discount Blinds and Shades Factory January 2005 - December 2005
Valmont Industries August 2004 - December 2004
Skills
Force Protection, Military, Military Experience, Military Operations, Explosives, Military Training, CBRN, Security Management, Hazardous Materials, Active DoD Secret..., Hazmat training, Construction, Overhead Cranes
Education
Midwestern State University 2003 — 2004
None, Criminal Justice
Fort Scott Community College 2001 — 2002
None, General
Millard South High School 1998 — 2001
High School Diploma
American Military University
None, Enviromental Science
Valmont Industries June 2013 - Present
Valmont Industries 2008 - 2013
Valmont Industries 2000 - 2008
Valmont Industries 1990 - 2000
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Troubleshooting, Operations Management, Kaizen, 5S, Supply Chain Management, Value Stream Mapping, Lean Thinking, Quality Auditing, Team Facilitation, Core Competencies, Analysis, Training, Team Building, Cross-functional Team..., Change Management, Coaching
Education
Metropolitan Community College
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Doane College
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Solutionary February 2015 - Present
Valmont Industries December 2013 - January 2015
West Interactive February 2008 - December 2013
Election Systems & Software February 2006 - January 2008
First Data Corporation July 2002 - February 2006
1 Staff Training and Development November 2000 - July 2002
CompUSA January 1998 - November 2000
Norwest Card Services (Now Wells Fargo Card Services) February 1991 - June 1997
Skills
Instructional Design, Adult Education, Educational Technology, Web Development, Web Content, Learning Management, Learning Management..., Organizational Learning, Onboarding, Training Facilitation, SharePoint, XML, Leadership, Management, IVR
Education
Iowa State University 1995 — 1996
Computer Science
Des Moines Area Community College 1992 — 1995
Computer Science
Northwest Missouri State University 1989 — 1991
Computer Science
Valmont Industries April 2000 - Present
Valmont Industries 2000 - Present
Skills
Sales Management, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Product Development, New Business Development, Operations Management, Negotiation, Process Improvement, Supply Chain Management, Forecasting, Key Account Management, Pricing, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Manufacturing
Education
Doane College 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Business Administration and Management, General
Yutan Public Schools 1987 — 2000
High School, K-12
Ballantyne Strong October 2014 - Present
Ballantyne Strong September 2013 - September 2014
PayPal September 2009 - May 2013
TD Ameritrade March 1998 - July 2008
Valmont Industries February 1989 - March 1998
Skills
E-commerce, Product Management, Analytics, Digital Marketing, Web Analytics, Account Management, Microsoft Office, Computer Network..., Programming, Leadership, Project Management, Security, Process Improvement, Team Building, Networking, Technical Support, Unix
Education
Creighton University 1985 — 1987
Mathematics and Computer Science
Archbishop Bergan Catholic High School 1982 — 1985
Diploma, General Studies
Valmont Industries October 1981 - Present
Education
Doane College
Bachelor's Degree, Professional Studies in Businss Management
Bunge North America, Inc. 2000 - 2003
Bunge 1997 - 2000
Bunge 1984 - 1997
Bunge 1978 - 1984
Commodity Traders, Inc. August 1976 - June 1978
Archer Daniels Midland Company March 1973 - August 1976
Waverly Feed Co. and B & B Grain Company March 1971 - March 1973
Valmont Industries 1969 - 1971
US Army January 1968 - December 1969
Valmont Industries 1964 - 1968
Skills
FMCG, Food Industry, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Procurement, Food, Logistics, Negotiation, New Business Development, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Business Planning, Management
Education
University of Nebraska at Omaha 1961 — 1970
General Studies, Engineering
University of Puget Sound 1969 — 1969
Business Marketing and Law
Doane College 1960 — 1961
Pre-Engineering and Fine Arts
Valmont Industries December 2004 - Present
The Nebraska Medical Center April 2003 - December 2004
Education
University of Northern Iowa 2000 — 2002
Bachelor's Degree, Business Management
Des Moines Area Community College 1998 — 2000
Associate's Degree
Dove Science Academy 2014 - Present
Valmont Industries September 2006 - August 2014
Taco Bell June 2003 - September 2006
Braum's June 2000 - June 2003
U.S. Beef August 1995 - June 2000
Skills
Team Management, Operations Management, retail management, fast food management, Inventory Control, Scheduling, Team Training, discpline
Education
Colorado State University-Global Campus 2012 — 2014
Bachelors of Science, Business Management
University of Phoenix 2010 — 2012
Associate's degree, Business management