NICK CHAPMAN
Green Cove Springs
Summary
Manufacturing executive with over 20 years of leadership across automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors. Achieved plant turnarounds and operational excellence while enhancing safety, quality, and profitability. Built high-performing teams through servant leadership and Lean Manufacturing initiatives, driving continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager I Executive Operations Leader
Hans-Mill Corporation
08.2024 - 07.2026
- Directed overall plant operations through strategic leadership and tactical execution.
- Managed all manufacturing operations with full accountability for safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, capital planning, and financial performance.
- Owned plant P&L, annual budgets, forecasting, and long-range strategic planning.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve KPIs for safety, quality, productivity, delivery, compliance, and employee development.
- Developed capital budgets and facility master plans supporting future growth.
- Collaborated with Sales to align production capacity with customer demand.
- Directed product launches and Quality Management System implementation.
- Championed Lean Manufacturing, 5S, preventive maintenance, and operational excellence initiatives.
- Ensured OSHA, ISO, and regulatory compliance.
- Built strong employee engagement through servant leadership and continuous coaching.
Plant Manager
Dura-Shiloh Industries
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed plant operations encompassing production, quality, maintenance, budgets, and strategic planning to optimize overall performance.
- Provided executive leadership for all plant operations while driving operational excellence and financial performance.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Shiloh Production System (SPS) to enhance operational processes.
- Managed capital planning and productivity improvement initiatives.
- Supported new product launches and manufacturing optimization.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA, ISO, and corporate standards.
- Developed leadership capabilities and fostered a culture of accountability and operational excellence among team members.
General Manager/Plant Manager
Godfrey & Wing Inc.
01.2010 - 01.2022
- Led plant turnaround initiatives utilizing TPM and Lean Manufacturing.
- Reduced operating costs while improving profitability.
- Increased OEE through preventive maintenance and continuous improvement.
- Led manufacturing operations to achieve operational turnaround and drive sustainable growth.
- Successfully launched Automotive and Aerospace programs, enhancing product offerings and market reach.
- Successfully launched manufacturing operations in Mexico.
- Established Automotive X-Ray Division in Defiance, Ohio.
- Managed six service plants.
- Developed high-performance teams through servant leadership and empowerment, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
Mexico Product Launch / Advanced Engineering/Operations Manager/Plant Manager
Meridian Technologies
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Successfully launched the largest aluminum oil pan program in Ford Motor Company's history.
- Managed Mexican manufacturing operations and developed workforce training programs to strengthen team skills and performance.
- Implemented APQP processes and advanced manufacturing engineering initiatives to enhance product quality and compliance.
- Directed equipment installations and developed manufacturing processes to optimize production capabilities.
- Purchased and implemented fully automated manufacturing equipment with rapid ROI.
- Led Lean Manufacturing and 5S implementation.
Plant Manager - TMG Mexico (Expat tour)
Meridian Technologies
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Successfully launched multiple automotive programs.
- Managed international manufacturing operations, ensuring alignment with corporate standards and local regulations.
- Directed magnesium casting manufacturing operations with focus on quality and efficiency.
- Reduced scrap through Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
- Improved employee engagement through coaching and team development.
Operations Superintendent
Meridian Technologies
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Facilitated successful launch of largest magnesium instrument panel program in automotive history, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
- Enhanced employee retention and operational performance through targeted initiatives.
- Led operations for approximately 150 employees.
Advanced Product Engineering
Meridian Technologies
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Managed automotive product launches, ensuring alignment with engineering, quality, and customer standards.
- Supported engineering and quality teams in meeting customer requirements for product performance.
- Led continuous improvement and employee development initiatives.
- Investigated and resolved customer quality concerns, enhancing product reliability and customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Operations Management
Foundation for International Services
Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- TPM
- 5S
- APQP
- Operational Excellence
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Quality Systems
- OSHA
- ISO
- Capital Projects
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Continuous Improvement
- Process Development
- Employee Development
- P&L Management
- Strategic Planning
Professional Development
- NADCA Certified Technician
- Dale Carnegie - Leadership Skills for Managers
- Dale Carnegie - Conflict Resolution
- Project Management
- Organizing Teams
- Communication Concepts
- Business Microcomputer Systems
- Multiple Manufacturing, Leadership, Engineering, and Continuous Improvement Programs
Leadership Professional Involvement
- Management Representative - Safety Committee
- President & Member - Social Club Committee
- Committee Member - Employee Engagement Initiatives
Professional Highlights
- Executive leadership of manufacturing organizations with responsibility for P&L, production, maintenance, engineering, quality, supply chain, capital planning, and strategic growth.
- Managed multi-site operations, including six service plants and manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Mexico.
- Led numerous plant turnaround initiatives that significantly reduced operating costs while improving productivity and profitability.
- Successfully implemented Lean Manufacturing, TPM, 5S, and Operational Excellence programs to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
- Improved equipment reliability and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through preventive maintenance and standardized operating procedures.
- Successfully launched multiple automotive and aerospace manufacturing programs while meeting aggressive quality, delivery, and customer requirements.
- Directed major capital equipment installations, facility expansions, and manufacturing modernization initiatives.
- Extensive experience developing high-performing leadership teams through coaching, mentoring, succession planning, and servant leadership.
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: 1
- Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
Timeline
Plant Manager I Executive Operations Leader
Hans-Mill Corporation
08.2024 - 07.2026
Plant Manager
Dura-Shiloh Industries
01.2023 - 01.2024
General Manager/Plant Manager
Godfrey & Wing Inc.
01.2010 - 01.2022
Mexico Product Launch / Advanced Engineering/Operations Manager/Plant Manager
Meridian Technologies
01.2008 - 01.2010
Plant Manager - TMG Mexico (Expat tour)
Meridian Technologies
01.2006 - 01.2008
Operations Superintendent
Meridian Technologies
01.2005 - 01.2006
Advanced Product Engineering
Meridian Technologies
01.2000 - 01.2005
Bachelor's Degree - Operations Management
Foundation for International Services