Brandon Infausto
Kelso,WA
Summary
Results-driven Regional Director of Operations and Plant Manager with 24+ years leading logistics, manufacturing, and operations. Known for optimizing processes, cutting costs, improving profibilty, and building high-performing, safety-first teams.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Director of Operations
WYLD
Clackamas, OR
2020 - Current
- Increased West Coast regional profitability 27% through KPI execution, cost control, and operational standardization.
- Reduced cost per unit by 49% through targeted optimization of automation, operational processes, labor efficiency, and waste reduction.
- Negotiated multi-vendor oil sourcing; lowered cost per gram by 58%.
- Increased labor productivity, improving Units Per Labor Hour 54% through workflow and staffing redesign.
- Reconfigured warehouse layout and flow; expanded storage capacity 63% and improved throughput.
- Improved inventory accuracy 69% by strengthening controls, SOP's, and counting cadence.
- Built KPI systems for Kitchen, Packaging, Inventory, Warehouse and Facilities to drive daily accountability.
- Developed Plant Managers and Director of Operations through mentorship and targeted coaching.
- Implemented cross-training; increased retention 16% and improved coverage flexibility.
- Rebuilt Production Bootcamp (PIT) and launched cross-state touch bases to replicate best practices and scale.
Vice President of Operations
Shadowbox Farms
Portland, OR
2020 - 2020
- Directed operations leadership driving execution and cross-functional alignment.
- Led Logistics execution during a short-term engagement, stabilizing daily operations and service performance.
Director of Operations
Oregon Hot Tub
Beaverton, OR
2017 - 2020
- Delivered $1.9M in cost savings via inventory controls, fleet optimization, contract changes, and org redesign.
- Established min/max, weekly cycle counts and end of month reporting; generated $483K in savings and improved inventory discipline.
- Designed and launched fleet management program; saved $288K through utilization and cost controls.
- Lean-transformed service operations; reduced appointment lead time 60% and increased productivity 37%.
- Launched Water Care Contracts, generating $4.4M in recurring revenue and increasing customer retention 17%.
- Led ERP + phone system rollout and training to improve visibility, standardization and adoption.
Warehouse Manager
KEEN Footwear
Portland, OR
2015 - 2017
- Oversaw daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Developed and implemented inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to streamline shipping processes and improve delivery timelines.
- Analyzed operational processes, identifying areas for improvement to enhance productivity and accuracy.
- Established performance metrics for warehouse operations, driving accountability and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to maximize space utilization and optimize processes.
Plant Manager
Matheson Tri-Gas Inc.
Albany, OR
2013 - 2015
- Delivered $110M in cost savings by redesigning logistics and production network decisions.
- Restored profitability in 9 months, reversing a prior 30% monthly loss run-rate.
- Increased production 63% across Albany and Tualatin through process discipline, KPI,s and capacity improvements.
- Sustained 97% inventory accuracy and improved order accuracy 9% via standard work practices and controls.
- Achieved 100% FDA/EPA compliance and maintained 13 months incident-free through safety cadence.
Warehouse Manager
Rinchem Company Inc
Hillsboro, OR
2008 - 2013
- Built Dip Tube Exchange program, adding $515K/year in incremental revenue.
- Improved inventory accuracy 22% and sustained 99.5% order accuracy through process controls.
- Led ERP + WMS launch and training to standardize workflows and reporting.
- Scaled KPI management accross multiple states and countries to align on performance execution.
Plant Manager
Wayside Lumber
Rancho Cordova, CA
2002 - 2008
- Delivered $7.9M+ in cost savings though fleet optimization and multi-site consolidation.
- Increased production 137% by consolidating production yards and improving capacity utilization.
- Improved safety performance to a a 94/100 plan rating (23 points above industry average).
- Led Teamsters Local 150 negotiations to maintain continuity and cost discipline.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Engineering
Sierra College
Rocklin, CA2002
Skills
- GMP
- Lean Manufacturing (LSS Greenbelt)
- Operational Leadership
- Cost Reduction Strategies
- Supply Chain Optimization
- KPI Development
- ERP & WMS Implementation
- Team building and Mentorship
- Budget & P&L Management
- Safety and Compliance (OSHA, DOT, EPA, FDA)
Certification
- LSS Green Belt
- OSHA Safety & Compliance
- OSHA Forklift Trainer
- DOT Hazmat
- RCRA
- EH&S
- IATA
- FDA & EPA Compliance
- cGMP
Timeline
Regional Director of Operations
WYLD
2020 - Current
Vice President of Operations
Shadowbox Farms
2020 - 2020
Director of Operations
Oregon Hot Tub
2017 - 2020
Warehouse Manager
KEEN Footwear
2015 - 2017
Plant Manager
Matheson Tri-Gas Inc.
2013 - 2015
Warehouse Manager
Rinchem Company Inc
2008 - 2013
Plant Manager
Wayside Lumber
2002 - 2008
Associate of Science - Computer Engineering
Sierra College
Systems
- SAP
- Dynamics 365
- Business Central
- Chem-Star
- ACM
- Everest
- Where4
- Acumatica
- FoxFire
- TMS
- VSR
- TLO
- Evosus
- Progenso
- RoadNet
- Samsara