David Chilcutt
Arlington,TN
Summary
Strategic, results-driven executive with a proven record in manufacturing, safety, and supply chain leadership. Known for transforming operations into profitable, customer-focused, and efficient systems through strong P&L management, strategic planning, and continuous improvement. Skilled in building high-performing teams, aligning culture with performance goals, and using data to drive sustainable excellence. Recognized for integrity, foresight, and an empowering leadership style that delivers measurable business results.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Plant Manager
Atlantic Track & Turnout
Memphis, TN
12.2025 - Current
- Leading plant-wide operational improvements across production, inventory, safety, and facility layout.
- Driving enterprise-level inventory transformation including SOP alignment, barcode/tagging systems, and location mapping standardization.
- Implementing Lean initiatives including 5S programs and safety reporting systems.
- Partnering with executive leadership to align operational strategy and workforce development.
- Spearheading yard optimization, racking strategy, and material flow redesign.
- Enhancing cross-functional communication between engineering and production teams.
VP of Operations
Tri-State Armature and Electrical Works
Memphis, TN
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Directed operations across construction, repair, and distribution divisions.
- Implemented Motor Repair Tracking System improving lifecycle visibility.
- Reduced overhead by $3K-$5K/month by consolidating shifts.
- Launched ABC cycle counting and $500K SLOB reduction initiative.
- Position eliminated due to company-wide budget constraints.
Plant Manager
BlueScope Coated Products
Memphis, TN
03.2024 - 07.2025
- Directed all plant operations including production, materials, quality, safety, and logistics.
- Reduced quality claims from $486K to $163K (66% reduction).
- Generated $786K annual savings through cost reductions.
- Improved yield generating $300K in material savings.
Plant Manager
US Brick LLC Holdings
Gleason, TN
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Managed full plant operations across production and logistics.
- Achieved highest profit margins among four plants.
- Set production records exceeding 6.4M bricks/month.
General Manager
Cornerstone Building Brands (Reed's Metals)
Tupelo, MS
10.2020 - 02.2022
- Led full P&L operations with $12.3M budget.
- Delivered 11% EBITDA and record sales performance.
- Regained market share through operational improvements.
Operations Manager
Cornerstone Building Brands
Houston, TX
04.2010 - 10.2020
- Led operations for 120+ employees with $90M output.
- Delivered $80K-$90K monthly recurring savings.
- Achieved 98.2%+ QACT performance.
Education
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt -
Council For Six Sigma Certification
05-2025
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt -
Council For Six Sigma Certification
05-2025
Master of Arts - Organizational Leadership
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Union University
Jackson, TN07-2013
Skills
- Operational Strategy & Execution
- Manufacturing Leadership
- Supply Chain & Logistics
- P&L Ownership
- Continuous Improvement (Lean Six Sigma)
- Cultural Transformation
- KPI & Data Analytics
- Cost Reduction
- Safety Leadership
- Team Development
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, CSSC, 05/29/25
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, CSSC, 05/22/25
Timeline
Assistant Plant Manager
Atlantic Track & Turnout
12.2025 - Current
VP of Operations
Tri-State Armature and Electrical Works
07.2025 - 10.2025
Plant Manager
BlueScope Coated Products
03.2024 - 07.2025
Plant Manager
US Brick LLC Holdings
02.2022 - 09.2023
General Manager
Cornerstone Building Brands (Reed's Metals)
10.2020 - 02.2022
Operations Manager
Cornerstone Building Brands
04.2010 - 10.2020
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt -
Council For Six Sigma Certification
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt -
Council For Six Sigma Certification
Master of Arts - Organizational Leadership
Trevecca Nazarene University
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Union University