Christopher L. Hutchens
Kittanning,PA
Summary
Knowledgeable Regional Director with strong background in overseeing plant operations and optimizing production processes. Successfully led initiatives that improved workflow efficiency and reduced downtime. Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills through effective team management and continuous process improvement.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Director of Operations
UFP Industries
Parker, PA
10.2019 - 02.2026
- Formulated and implemented operational strategies aimed at enhancing productivity and reducing costs across various regions.
- Implemented process improvements to optimize supply chain efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Directed cross-functional teams in executing large-scale projects to achieve strategic corporate objectives.
- Established performance metrics to monitor operational effectiveness and drive continuous improvement efforts.
- Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to align operations with customer demands and market changes.
- Developed training programs that improved employee performance and streamlined operational workflows.
- Collaborated with other Regional Directors to share best practices, align strategies, and foster a spirit of teamwork across the organization.
- Provided regular updates on regional performance to senior leadership through comprehensive reporting and data-driven insights.
- Enhanced employee satisfaction with targeted training programs and professional development opportunities.
- Oversaw multi-site operations to enhance efficiency and streamline processes.
- Built a cohesive regional team through effective recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and ongoing staff development efforts.
- Analyzed business operations and implemented strategies to improve operational cohesiveness.
- Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Plant Manager
Universal Forest Products, Parker LLC
Parker, PA
2014 - 2019
- Responsible for the overall management and coordination of plant operations consistent with cost, profit, design, purchasing, quality, maintenance and productivity objectives.
- Develop capital expenditures projects and budgets.
- Ensure the plant is properly staffed to meet production levels and goals
- Monitor expenses, review Profit and Loss and other financial and business documents to compare to budget and initiate corrective action as required.
- Staff, develops and coaches the production management team, evaluates performance and initiate corrective action as required.
- Establish quality standards for operations and initiate and manages quality improvement initiatives.
- Manage raw material, in process and finished goods inventories and coordinate inventory requirements with management/purchasing consistent with inventory levels/turnover goals and coordinate month end inventories.
- Analyze production operations and initiate corrective actions to ensure efficient product flow.
- Manage activities of Maintenance Department.
- Assist in new product development process.
- Ensure the plant complies with HR Company policies and procedures and Federal, State, and Local laws, rules and regulations.
- Oversee plant Safety Committee and ensure that plant operations are consistent with company and OSHA policies, practices and procedures.
- Managed production schedules to optimize efficiency and meet customer demands.
Project Manager
Universal Forest Products, Parker LLC
Parker, PA
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Responsible for client progress meetings on and off site, cost control, invoicing, variation claims, invoice payment resolution and conditions of contract. Also worked closely with other departmental managers to promote overall company effectiveness.
- Managed the project team including any subcontractors.
- Responsible for all hiring and termination of employees for each project as needed.
- Ensured Projects were executed using agreed standards & processes.
- Secured all rental agreements and vendor negotiating.
- Reviewed and approved all project documentation.
- Undertook all monthly project financial cost reporting.
- Generate Work Packages, Work Instructions and Subcontractor Agreements.
Project Superintendent
Universal Forest Products, Parker LLC
Parker, PA
01.2005 - 01.2011
- Coordinated and supervised all construction activities.
- Directed all field personnel to achieve completion of the project on schedule, within budget, and with quality workmanship that conforms to original plans and specification
- Maintained construction schedule, identified and solved problems.
- Ordered materials and scheduled inspections as necessary throughout the process.
- Understanding of the project plans, specifications
- Maintained positive relationships with customers, contractors, vendors and other employees.
- Promoted job site safety, encouraged safe work practices and rectified job site hazards immediately.
Education
High School Diploma -
Butler Senior High School
Butler, PA06-1993
Certification of Completion - Business
UFP STARZ
Grand Rapids08-2018
Skills
- Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point
- Project management
- Intercompany software – MSR, Workday, Ignition, Maintain X
- Production planning
- Safety management
- Continuous improvement
- Performance improvements
- Facility management
- Training programs
- Team building and development
- Budget/Forecasting
Accomplishments
- Oversee team of 200+ staff members throughout multiple facilities.
- Achieved allocation budget improvements consistently through lean manufacturing improvements based off measurable metrics implemented in all locations.
- Successful team builder by creating and executing next level supervisor/manager training programs for current up and coming employees.
- Implemented and achieved ISO-9001 certification at 2 separate facilities.
- 500+ days accidents free at 2 manufacturing facilities.
Timeline
Regional Director of Operations
UFP Industries
10.2019 - 02.2026
Project Manager
Universal Forest Products, Parker LLC
01.2011 - 01.2014
Project Superintendent
Universal Forest Products, Parker LLC
01.2005 - 01.2011
Plant Manager
Universal Forest Products, Parker LLC
2014 - 2019
High School Diploma -
Butler Senior High School
Certification of Completion - Business
UFP STARZ