Chase Mansfield
Shreveport ,LA
Summary
Versatile Production Manager knowledgeable about equipment operation, quality standards and safety hazards. Able to step into any production position and work hands-on with team members in need of improvement. Versed in documentation, compliance and scheduling. Production Supervisor focused on producing high quality products that exceed customer expectations and help achieve company production and revenue goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Alpine Silica
Benton, LA
08.2025 - Current
- Led project planning and execution to align with organizational goals across 7 plants.
- Facilitated cross-functional team collaboration to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Developed and monitored project timelines, ensuring adherence to deadlines.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential project challenges.
- Reduced project costs, negotiating bids with suppliers and optimizing resource allocation.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining costeffectiveness.
Regional Dry Plant Manager
Performance Proppants / Alpine Silica
Benton La
08.2022 - 08.2025
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
- Conducted thorough root cause analyses on production issues, identifying solutions for continuous improvement efforts.
- Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
- Identified and implemented viable strategies for continuous improvement.
- Coordinated plant expansions and upgrades to accommodate increased demand while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.
- Collaborated with engineering team to design new machinery, resulting in increased production capacity.
Dry Plant Production Manager
Performance Proppants
Doddridge, AR
11.2020 - 08.2022
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees and worked with Human Resources to meet changing production schedules.
- Identified and planned for resources needed to accomplish production objectives.
- Drove daily production activities with effective communication and leadership.
- Created and updated department work instructions and reports on regular basis.
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Maintained machinery to prevent overloads and avoid malfunctions.
- Delivered operating plans and growth objectives.
Production Manager
Gen6 Proppants
Mansfield, LA
04.2019 - 04.2020
- Planned, organized and managed operations, including ordering materials and supplies, workflow management and timely production
- Addressed personnel issues and scheduling conflicts promptly
- Completed required safety training programs for Mining environments
- Drove daily production activities with effective communication and leadership
- Completed and maintained accurate and organized records, documents and reports
- Planned, directed, coordinated and assigned manpower to meet aggressive production schedules
Production Manager
Preferred Sands Of Atascosa
San Antonio, TX
07.2018 - 04.2019
- Planned, organized and managed operations, including ordering materials and supplies, workflow management and timely production
- Identified and planned for resources needed to accomplish production objectives
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow and output
- Escalated safety and quality issues and initiated remedial actions promptly
- Addressed all personnel issues promptly and professionally
- Completed and maintained accurate and organized records, documents and reports
- Lead and guided a team of 30 production professionals
- Managed documentation of and training on production procedures and work instructions
- Completed required safety training programs for MSHA
Production Supervisor
Preferred Sands of Atascosa
Poteet, TX
10.2017 - 07.2018
- Kept work environments safe and efficient at all times
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards
- Managed documentation of and training on production procedures and work instructions
- Addressed all personnel issues promptly and professionally
- Escalated safety and quality issues and initiated remedial actions promptly
- Completed required safety training programs for MSHA
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge and information about technology and plant management best practices
- Maintained and communicated daily productivity and shipment reports for all departments
Premesis Technician
AT&T
North Little Rock , AR
06.2015 - 10.2017
- Calibrated and monitored devices following installation
- Programmed and troubleshot devices following installation
- Ran cables and connected receivers
- Repaired malfunctioning system components
- Terminated UTP cables and fiber optic cables
- Drilled holes for wiring in wall studs, joists, ceilings and floors
- Completed logs and reports according to established policies and procedures
Plant Operator
Southwestern Energy Company
North Little Rock, AR
06.2009 - 06.2015
- Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance
- Implemented process changes
- Made appropriate repair recommendations for malfunctioning equipment
- Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets
- Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures
- Handled preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain proper equipment safety and functionality
- Evaluated procedures and results for accuracy and to determine appropriate next steps
- Developed deep understanding of regulatory requirements concerning quality, reporting standards, emergency notifications, permit renewals and inspections
- Communicated operational issues and changes to supervisor on regular basis
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Continental Academy
Jacksonville, AR2006
Skills
- Strong leader
- Cross-training familiarity
- Excellent hand-eye coordination
- Production procedures
- Compliance understanding
- Quality inspection
- Extremely quick learner
- Microsoft applications skills
- MSHA knowledge
- Good judgment
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Motivated team player
- Excellent communication skills
- Supervisory experience
Timeline
Project Manager
Alpine Silica
08.2025 - Current
Regional Dry Plant Manager
Performance Proppants / Alpine Silica
08.2022 - 08.2025
Dry Plant Production Manager
Performance Proppants
11.2020 - 08.2022
Production Manager
Gen6 Proppants
04.2019 - 04.2020
Production Manager
Preferred Sands Of Atascosa
07.2018 - 04.2019
Production Supervisor
Preferred Sands of Atascosa
10.2017 - 07.2018
Premesis Technician
AT&T
06.2015 - 10.2017
Plant Operator
Southwestern Energy Company
06.2009 - 06.2015
High School Diploma - undefined
Continental Academy