Bryce Rapson

- Spearheaded design, build, and installation of new production lines for absorbent and spill control
materials
- Coordinated internal mechanical and electrical teams, as well as external contractors
- Led R&D initiatives and operator hiring/training for new lines and products
- Developed preventive maintenance programs and trained maintenance personnel
- Managed project budgets, vendor selection, and spare parts procurement

- Oversaw all plant operations, including production, scheduling, and maintenance departments
- Managed capital improvement projects and implemented production process enhancements
- Directed safety, quality, and compliance initiatives across multiple production lines
- Streamlined operations and built a high-performance team culture across departments

- Founded and operated machinery sales and service business for European metal sawing systems
- Provided on-site installation, technical support, and integration for industrial customers
- Managed procurement, logistics, and customer relationships end-to-end

- Led field service and maintenance support for industrial automation systems
- Scheduled and dispatched service technicians and engineers across North America
- Performed breakdown repairs and built maintenance schedules (weekly, monthly, yearly)
- Used in-house machine shop to fabricate replacement parts and support custom installations