Ben Presley
Chico,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a strong focus on cultivating best practices to meet organizational and regulatory standards. Proven track record in implementing efficient processes and procedures, resulting in enhanced operational outcomes. Committed to achieving excellence through meticulous attention to detail and goal-driven strategies.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consultant
Nanotech Energy Inc
Chico, CA
01.2013 - Current
- Played a crucial role in starting up an enterprise focused on safe lithium-ion batteries for the EV sector.
- Implemented UCLA battery technology across three facilities totaling 80,000 sqft in Chico CA.
- Directed team of scientists, warehouse staff, inventory experts, and production workers to establish a safe battery plant.
- Served as EH&S compliance officer emphasizing OSHA, 5S guidelines and best practices.
- Led HR operations focusing on payroll and compensation claims.
- Directed employee hiring and dismissal operations.
- Directed servicing activities for equipment via PLEX system.
- Worked with colleagues to achieve KPI targets, enhancing productivity and minimizing waste.
- Certified multiple forklift operators, maintaining an incident-free work environment.
- Oversaw transportation of large machinery while complying with DOT rules.
Chief Operating Officer
L&W Stone Corp
Orland, CA
01.2002 - 01.2013
- Managed harvesting activities at multiple natural stone quarries in various regions of the United States.
- Managed an extensive catalog of natural stone products consisting of more than 1,000 SKUs.
- Patented Fire Falls, a standalone stone feature encompassing fire and a waterfall.
- Co-patented Pond in a Box, a do-it-yourself natural stone kit sold through Costco.
- Expanded company's revenue from $1 million to over $35 million.
- Generated detailed reports on progress towards meeting operational goals for review by senior management team.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of best practices within field of operations management.
- Managed relationships with partners and vendors to align with company goals.
- Evaluated existing operations systems to identify opportunities for improvement or streamlining.
- Chaired meetings to discuss strategic initiatives and operational issues.
Production Manager
AM&D
Willits, CA
01.1990 - 01.2002
- Managed production and assembly of video games for companies such as Atari, Namco, Sega, Nintendo.
- Managed all aspects of production scheduling and planning for Atari Games.
- Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Ensured effective interaction between senior managers and frontline supervisors.
- Monitored the daily operations of the production team, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Engineered unique coin-op parts leading to patent acquisition.
Education
Master Grad Elect - Educational Leadership And Management
Rapport Leadership International
Las Vegas, NV01-2005
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC)
Santa RosaSkills
- Project management
- Regulatory compliance
- KPI development
- Employee training
- Supply chain management
- Microsoft 365
- 5S
- KPI
Affiliations
- Motorcycle riding
- Cooking
- Golfing
- Hiking
Certification
- Forklift train the trainer
- Flow master training
- Ultra High Pressure Maintenance
- Microsoft excel
- Medic First aid
- Controlled substance and Alcohol Reasonable Suspicion
- Coating Tech Institute
- Lock out Tag out
- FedEx Ship Safe Ship Smart
- CCW
Accomplishments
- Perfect Attendance 5 years
- Award of Commendation CA Highway Patrol
Timeline
Consultant
Nanotech Energy Inc
01.2013 - Current
Chief Operating Officer
L&W Stone Corp
01.2002 - 01.2013
Production Manager
AM&D
01.1990 - 01.2002
Master Grad Elect - Educational Leadership And Management
Rapport Leadership International
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC)
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