Ian Wright
Santa Rosa,CA
Summary
Results-driven Operations Officer with a strong background in managing complex workflows, optimizing equipment performance, and reducing downtime in 24/7 manufacturing environments. Well-versed in startup culture. Proven leadership in personnel management, compliance with California labor laws, HazCom, and OSHA standards. Certified Forklift Trainer (Cromer) with deep expertise in inventory control and procurement, using Microsoft Dynamics, Fishbowl, and proprietary systems.
Most recently, I played a key role in the growth of AGP4, an early-stage agricultural startup, where I led cross-functional initiatives in regulatory compliance, product development, and supply chain operations. This experience sharpened my ability to work with agility and creativity in fast-paced, resource-constrained environments. Strong business acumen with a track record of driving innovation, improving workflows, and delivering measurable results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
AGP4
Sacramento, California
10.2022 - Current
- Represented AGP4, a novel agricultural input designed to support sustainable pest and fungal management in commercial farming operations.
- Facilitated partnerships with large industrial farmers to integrate AGP4 products into their operations.
- Assisted in drafting documents essential for product regulatory compliance, achieving acceptance by the DPR, EPA, and OMRI.
- Collaborated with the product development team to ensure accurate messaging around AGP4’s mechanisms and application best practices.
- Managed bottling, packaging, and distribution workflows, guaranteeing that quality standards were consistently met, and shipments were on time.
- Conducted on-site product demonstrations and trials, and responded to detailed client inquiries regarding mode of action, efficacy, residue, and dilution rates.
- Collaborated with farm managers to optimize research and development initiatives, supporting studies associated with Cal Poly San Luis Obispo.
Director of Operations
Scargo Labs
Fresno, California
01.2019 - 01.2025
- Collaborated closely with the President of the company and the C-Suite to drive growth, playing a key role in transforming Scargo Labs into the largest agricultural extracts lab in North America.
- Spearheaded the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, training, and promotions. Provided leadership, insight, and mentoring to newly hired employees. Effectively managed disciplinary actions and terminations when necessary.
- Authored a wide range of company documents, including legal documents, affidavits, job descriptions, employment contracts, safety documentation, and standard operating procedures, ensuring clear communication and compliance with industry regulations.
- Successfully implemented Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards and procedures into operation, resulting in the company achieving GMP approval on the first attempt.
- Conducted research and development to identify and implement new equipment that expedited processes and increased yield, leveraging personal connections in the engineering, fabrication, and specialty machine industries to source large-scale processing equipment.
- Implemented multiple tracking systems to monitor customer property throughout the processing stages, ensuring orders were completed promptly and within acceptable margins.
- Directed and coordinated the budget to fund operations expansion, and maximize investments.
- I began my career on the factory floor and steadily advanced through roles in middle management, eventually taking on the responsibilities of Director of Operations.
Lead Supervisor
Viking Auto Parts & Repair
Novato, CA
02.2014 - 01.2019
- Conducted comprehensive training sessions for new employees, imparting knowledge on industry standards, best practices, and safety protocols.
- Managed budget for both shop and customer.
- Proficiently managed administrative tasks, including filing forms, writing reports, and handling opening and closing procedures of the shop.
Skills
- Operations management
- Budgeting and finance
- Agricultural practices
- Research and development
- Sales
- FMCSA, EPA, and OSHA compliance
- Administrative management
- Human resources oversight
- Financial statement review
- Records organization and management
- Quality assurance and quality control
- Operations cost reduction
- Logistics management
- GMP implementation
- Decision making
- Multi-site operations
- Leadership training
- Employee motivation
- Company culture development
- Team leadership
- New business development
- Recruitment and hiring
- Machine and fabrication knowledge
- Problem anticipation and resolution
- Policy development and enforcement
- Staff development
- Risk mitigation
- Strategic planning
- Brand management
- Business planning
- Microsoft office
- Regulatory compliance
- Supply chain management
Timeline
Operations Manager
AGP4
10.2022 - Current
Director of Operations
Scargo Labs
01.2019 - 01.2025
Lead Supervisor
Viking Auto Parts & Repair
02.2014 - 01.2019
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