Justin Ruhga
Junction City
Summary
Results-driven management professional with proven track record in overseeing plant operations and optimizing production processes. Adept at fostering team collaboration and ensuring operational efficiency while adapting to evolving demands. Strong skills in resource management, process improvement, and safety compliance. Reliable and goal-oriented, consistently delivering impactful outcomes through strategic leadership and decisive action.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager of Operations
Oregon Cascade Building Materials, Inc
05.2025 - Current
- Oversee all aspects of the treating facility from production to hiring and orientation.
- Ensure to optimize work processes for max production while obtaining great associate morale
- Ensure profitability by working with sales teams
- Supervised team members, fostering a collaborative work environment and enhancing productivity.
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
Complex Manager
Home Depot
06.2021 - 05.2025
- Led complex operations, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and enhancing overall efficiency.
- Developed and implemented process improvements, resulting in streamlined workflows and reduced operational costs.
- Mentored team members, fostering skill development and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Spearheaded cross-functional collaboration initiatives, optimizing resource allocation across departments.
- Ensures the company’s retail strategy success through strategic planning, timely follow-up, and taking an active role in all aspects of the business. Known for developing highly effective and engaged teams driving strong results in all aspects customer service, sales and profit.
- Manages complex environment building. Assumed SM role at this location with all declining metrics. Achieved #1 in sales and profit 2 years along with 56% reduction in shrink and 18 BPS increase in associate morale.
- Developed over 9 leaders into salaried manager roles for the district along with multiple hourly positions promoted. Trained new SMs on strong routines and associate engagement.
Store Manager
Home Depot
03.2019 - 06.2021
- Oversaw daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Managed inventory levels, implementing effective stock control measures to minimize waste.
- Trained and mentored staff, fostering a high-performance culture focused on customer service.
- Developed and executed promotional strategies to drive sales growth and enhance customer engagement.
- Executed the three focal points of the company; customer service, in-stock, and store appearance.
- Developed a positive work environment and championed future leaders by holding town hall meetings and staff meetings with associates. Highest associate morale score in district and obtained top three in sales all years at this location.
Operations Manager
Home Depot
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Streamlined operational processes to enhance productivity and reduce turnaround time.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and optimize resource allocation.
- Coordinated logistics operations, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
- Developed training programs for staff, fostering skill enhancement and operational efficiency.
- Cut shrink by over $1.1 million through optimizing work processes and associate engagement in customer service.
- #3 in region within eight months.
Specialty Assistant Store Manager
Home Depot
08.2016 - 03.2018
- Supervised daily operations to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Trained and mentored new team members on customer service standards and operational practices.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, driving stock replenishment and inventory management decisions.
- Collaborated with department heads to develop promotional strategies that increased customer engagement.
- Achieved growing the team from #93 (last) in region to #1 in region within 10 months.
Department Supervisor
Home Depot
10.2013 - 08.2016
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Trained new employees on departmental processes and best practices.
- Coordinated workflow schedules to optimize team productivity.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking stock levels and requisitions.
Sales Associate
Home Depot
03.2012 - 10.2013
- Assisted customers with product selection, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular stock checks and organization.
- Processed transactions efficiently, ensuring customer satisfaction during checkout.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales targets and objectives.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hanford West High School
Hanford Ca 06-2011
Skills
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Operations management
- Safety management
- Continuous improvement
- Facility management
- Training programs
- Team building and development
- Work delegation
- Six sigma expertise
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Regulatory compliance
- Team management
- Operational efficiency
Rolex Winning SM
2 time winning rolex SM due to #1 in region in profit and sales
Timeline
Plant Manager of Operations
Oregon Cascade Building Materials, Inc
05.2025 - Current
Complex Manager
Home Depot
06.2021 - 05.2025
Store Manager
Home Depot
03.2019 - 06.2021
Operations Manager
Home Depot
03.2018 - 03.2019
Specialty Assistant Store Manager
Home Depot
08.2016 - 03.2018
Department Supervisor
Home Depot
10.2013 - 08.2016
Sales Associate
Home Depot
03.2012 - 10.2013
High School Diploma -
Hanford West High School