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Ethan Kroll

Clifton,Tx

Summary

Operations manager with extensive experience in cost reduction, operational streamlining, and productivity enhancement. Skilled in team building, sales management, and process improvement. Strong understanding of industry trends to identify growth opportunities and drive business expansion.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Lhoist North America
Nolanville, TX
01.2024 - Current
  • Managed P&L for mine site with revenues exceeding $30M.
  • Transformed safety culture across plant levels, increasing compliance rates.
  • Created succession planning and training initiatives, resulting in 15% rise in internal promotions.
  • Strengthened connections with customers and carriers for improved service outcomes.
  • Achieved 22% reduction in total variable costs through lean manufacturing strategies.

Maintenance & Quarry Manager

Lhoist North America
Crawford, TX
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Managed annual maintenance budget between 3 million and 3.5 million.
  • Drove key performance indicators to enhance operational effectiveness across departments.
  • Oversaw 21 direct reports, including hourly and salaried staff.
  • Provided regular feedback and updates regarding mine plan adjustments.
  • Updated block model throughout the year to reflect current data.
  • Developed training plans for front line supervisors to strengthen succession planning.
  • Achieved 10% increase in TMM while sustaining overtime levels.

Maintenance Manager

Lhoist North America
Crawford, TX
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Implemented Six Sigma and defect elimination practices to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Reduced unplanned work from 20% to 14% over two years through process optimization.
  • Managed contractors for Opex and Capex projects to ensure timely project completion.
  • Utilized extensive knowledge of rotary dryers, mills, air classifiers, and bulk material handling equipment.

Maintenance Planner / Supervisor

Lhoist North America
Crawford, TX
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Developed and executed preventative maintenance plans and best practices.
  • Managed purchasing and receiving operations via SAP and SRM platforms.
  • Oversaw warehouse management and maintained critical spare parts inventory for efficient repairs.
  • Led root cause failure analysis (RCFA) sessions and implemented corrective actions.
  • Utilized extensive knowledge of SAP, Excel, Word, and other planning tools effectively.

Maintenance Mechanic

Lhoist North America
Clifton, TX
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Executed preventative maintenance on Maerz and rotary kilns to ensure operational reliability.
  • Performed timely repairs on mechanical and electrical breakdowns to reduce downtime.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing processes and enhancing efficiency.
  • Assessed conditions of bearings and other critical components to maintain equipment performance.
  • Assisted in aligning and monitoring all high-speed equipment for optimal operation.

Quality & Control Technician

Lhoist North America
Clifton, Tx
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Conducted routine testing and sampling to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Collected and analyzed production data against laboratory test results for accuracy.
  • Performed data entry into Excel and various databases for precise record-keeping.
  • Interpreted production trends to identify opportunities for improvement.

Education

B.S. - Political Science

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
05-2018

Skills

  • P&L management
  • Lean manufacturing
  • Process optimization
  • Employee training
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Project management
  • Customer relationship management
  • Maintenance planning
  • Root cause analysis
  • Budget control
  • Safety management
  • Cost reduction
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Preventative maintenance

References

  • Gerry Hanshew, (254) 405 – 5780, Lhoist, Clifton Facility, Maintenance Manager
  • Brent Powers, (254) 386 – 7573, Powers Construction, Primary Owner
  • Jeff Bullard, (254) 717 – 4403, Lhoist, Crawford Facility, Production Manager
  • Nathaniel Bristow, (931) 510 – 4947, Lhoist, Corporate Office, Director of Operations – East minerals
  • Mike Staggs, (817) 732 – 8164, Lhoist, Corporate Office, Continuous Improvement Manager

Volunteer Experience

  • C.A.L.M.S. (Immanuel Lutheran Church), 911 W 3rd St, Clifton, TX, 76634, 01/2014, 12/2017, Annual weeklong mission trip to Oasis, Guatemala (Zapaca region) to provide home construction and infrastructure work to improve the quality of living, conducted VBS for the children in the mornings.
  • FarmHouse Philanthropy Chair, 2605 Brair Oaks Dr, Bryan, TX, 77802, 01/2015, 12/2018, Responsible for planning and executing numerous events to benefit local and national charities; upheld all members to selfless service of the community. Handled and allocated the spending of the philanthropy budget.
  • Farmhouse Harvey Relief, 2605 Brair Oaks Dr, Bryan, TX, 77802, 01/2017, 12/2018, Organized and carried out hurricane rescue efforts with water vehicles. Following the storm directed approximately twenty individuals, including myself in the cleanup efforts of homes and property for those affected by the flooding.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Operations Manager

Lhoist North America
01.2024 - Current

Maintenance & Quarry Manager

Lhoist North America
01.2022 - 01.2024

Maintenance Manager

Lhoist North America
01.2020 - 01.2022

Maintenance Planner / Supervisor

Lhoist North America
01.2018 - 01.2020

Maintenance Mechanic

Lhoist North America
01.2015 - 01.2018

Quality & Control Technician

Lhoist North America
01.2013 - 01.2015

B.S. - Political Science

Texas A&M University