Charles W. White
Mont Belvieu,TX
Summary
Accomplished Manufacturing Executive with 15+ years of experience leading large-scale steel manufacturing and OCTG operations. Strategic leader with a history of managing diverse workforces exceeding 100+ employees, improving operational performance, and executing high-impact initiatives that enhance productivity, efficiency, and profitability. Expertise includes Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, capital project management, process optimization, workforce development, and operational turnaround leadership. Successfully achieved 94% Prime Yield performance and restored a dormant induction heat-treat operation to 97% efficiency, demonstrating a consistent ability to drive transformational results, strengthen operational capabilities, and support long-term business growth.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Mill Supervisor
SeAH Steel USA
Houston, TX
09.2024 - Current
- Led equipment modernization and upgrading initiatives across multiple production areas, improving reliability, throughput, and operational performance.
- Supported daily mill operations while collaborating with Engineering, Maintenance, and Executive Leadership to support production goals and operational excellence.
- Supervise and develop a workforce of more than 100 employees, providing leadership, coaching, performance management, and technical training to achieve operational goals.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives to improve efficiency, organization, and productivity across departments.
- Train employees companywide on Epicor ERP systems and operational best practices.
- Develop and maintain SOPs, JSAs, equipment documentation, and operational procedures.
- Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and suppliers on projects, equipment, and maintenance requirements.
- Analyze operational data and recommend process improvements to enhance performance and quality.
Operations Supervisor
SeAH Steel USA
Houston, TX
11.2016 - 09.2024
- Directed production operations to consistently meet safety, quality, and production KPI targets.
- Maintained an average 94% Prime Yield KPI, contributing to improved product quality, reducing waste, and increased operational efficiency.
- Supported Vice President of Operations in achieving plant production goals and operational objectives.
- Led employee training, coaching, staffing coordination, and performance development initiatives.
- Developed and revised SOPs, JSAs, and Work Instructions to improve safety and process consistency.
- Coordinated production start-ups, shutdowns, maintenance activities, and capital improvement projects.
- Successfully restored and recommissioned an induction heat-treat line that had been out of service for seven years, completing the project within one month and achieving 97% operational efficiency.
- Conducted weekly operations meetings and communicated process improvements across departments.
Heat Treat Lead Man / Control Room Operator
Laguna Tubular
Houston, TX
02.2011 - 11.2016
- Operated and monitored heat treatment and hydrostatic testing processes, ensuring high product quality and regulatory compliance.
- Adjusted processes to enhance production efficiency and optimize product performance.
- Coordinated production start-ups and shutdowns while maintaining safe operating conditions.
- Maintained accurate production records, ensuring strict adherence to company procedures and safety standards.
Education
Technical Certification -
Everest Institute
01-2011
Diploma -
Ross Sterling High School
01-2007
Skills
- Mill & Processing Operations
- Steel Production Techniques
- Heat treatment
- Lean manufacturing
- KPI management
- Operational excellence
- Safety compliance
- Process Improvement
- Project coordination
- Production analysis
- Cross-functional collaboration
- ERP Systems (Epicor)
- Equipment upgrades
- Cost management
- Waste reduction
- Workforce leadership
- Team leadership
- Data Management Practices
Timeline
Mill Supervisor
SeAH Steel USA
09.2024 - Current
Operations Supervisor
SeAH Steel USA
11.2016 - 09.2024
Heat Treat Lead Man / Control Room Operator
Laguna Tubular
02.2011 - 11.2016
Technical Certification -
Everest Institute
Diploma -
Ross Sterling High School