Open To Work
Kolby Kubena
Lubbock
Summary
Strategic Operations Manager specializing in process improvement and client management. Improves operational efficiency and drives profitability through effective planning and innovative solutions. Experienced in logistics management and workforce optimization, with a commitment to building strong client relationships and delivering exceptional service. I have over 10 years of experience in city and rig-level sales.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Permian Basin Operations Manager
Sone Energy Services
Marshall
10.2016 - 03.2026
- Managed daily operations of energy service projects and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated logistics and resource allocation for service delivery across multiple sites.
- Oversaw workforce scheduling to optimize productivity and meet project demands.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
- Developed standard operating procedures to streamline workflow among team members.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Directed day-to-day operations, implementing short-term and long-term strategies aligned with business plan and profitability objectives.
- Managed staffing needs through recruitment, selection, onboarding, and training.
- Monitored and improved efficiency of processes, team performance, and customer service.
- Directed operations staff by providing guidance, training, and support in order to meet company objectives.
- Identified areas of deficiency and performed root-cause analysis to solve problems.
- Improved morale and management communication by creating employee recognition and rewards practices.
- Implemented innovative strategies that reduced operating costs while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Analyzed and controlled materials, supplies and equipment operational expenses.
- Connected with clients and developed strategies to achieve sales and customer service goals.
- Planned delivery routing, team workflows, and promotional initiatives.
- Established effective relationships with vendors to negotiate pricing and secure materials needed for production.
- Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process by generating daily reports to recommend corrective actions and improvements.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
VP of Sales and Business Development
KCX Completion Xperts, LLC
Snyder
06.2012 - 10.2016
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Designed completion programs for wellbore integrity and production optimization.
- Implemented best practices for fluid management during completion operations.
- Facilitated client meetings to clarify requirements for upcoming projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Performed detailed analysis of well logs to identify formation characteristics and optimize completions.
- Recommended artificial lift systems such as ESPs or PCPs based on well productivity index.
- Monitored completions operations via real-time surveillance technologies such as SCADA systems.
- Evaluated production data from existing wells and proposed new well completions accordingly.
- Assisted in the selection of surface equipment including tubing sizes, pumps, valves.
- Conducted pressure transient tests to assess reservoir performance and estimated ultimate recovery.
- Prepared engineering documents such as workover programs, stimulation plans.
- Analyzed downhole conditions to determine appropriate completion design parameters.
- Performed complex calculations using specialized software packages such as WellView or Prosper.
- Simulated reservoir performance levels for different recovery techniques using computer models.
- Conducted research and data analysis to inform strategic planning and enhance decision-making processes.
- Resolved issues during completions operations using effective troubleshooting techniques, minimizing downtime and ensuring project continuity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX08-2014
Skills
- Operations management
- Project management
- Process improvement
- Resource allocation
- Budget control
- Logistics management
- Supply chain logistics
- Client management
- Team leadership
- Strategic operations planning
- Financial management
- Business development
- Sales expertise
- Sales agreements
- Sales support
- Negotiation tactics
- Technology
- MS office
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Time management
- High-pressure work
- Effective communication
- Customer relations
- Safety regulations
- Self-Directed
- Infrastructure optimization
Certification
IADC Drilling Supervisor Certification, October 2025
Websites
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
RemoteOn-SiteHybridSalary Range
$58000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Permian Basin Operations Manager
Sone Energy Services
10.2016 - 03.2026
VP of Sales and Business Development
KCX Completion Xperts, LLC
06.2012 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering
Texas Tech University