Randy D. Ball
Ozark,MO
Summary
Results-driven Aerospace Executive with expertise in strategic planning and operational efficiency. Leveraged Six Sigma and lean manufacturing to enhance productivity and reduce costs. Skilled in data-driven decision-making and team development, transforming challenges into growth opportunities and driving innovation.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
President
Ozark Aeroworks
Springfield, MO
01.2024 - Current
- Hired as Vice President/General Manager and promoted to President in 5 months
- Grew EBITDA from 8% to 22%, generating $10M of EBITDA in year one from break-even
- Managed full P&L for all functional areas, directly reporting to CEO.
- Created and standardized business metrics around productivity and operational excellence
- Structured leadership team into cohesive aerospace reporting group.
- Implemented BI tools to automate standard metrics
- Led multiple automation events to modernize manufacturing practices
- Oversaw OEM and MRO services, enhancing helicopter engine performance.
Chief Executive Officer
Tribus Aerospace
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Selected as CEO with full accountability for three aerospace and defense sites across MI, CA and OH.
- Increased EBITDA 5x within two years, achieving $5m in EBITDA by end of year one from prior net loss
- Grew Corporate and Site leadership team to maximize support and limit unnecessary expenses
- Developed and standardized business metrics across three sites, establishing a unified reporting structure
- Implemented BI tools to automate standard metrics
- Led multiple automation events to modernize manufacturing practices
- Collaborated with Business Development team to secure new customers in diverse markets including Aerospace, Defense, Space, Medical, and industrial manufacturing
- Private Equity-backed manufacturer of precision-machined parts for Aerospace, Defense and Space customers.
President | Vice President, Aerospace and Defense
H-D Advance Manufacturing
Houston, TX
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Promoted to President position with accountability for overseeing all departments and managing P&L for three aerospace and defense sites across CA and OH.
- Maximized profitability for $30M portfolio, driving business development results across aerospace and defense group.
- Turned around operations, elevating performance metrics and doubling OTD rate from 47% to 98%.
- Produced $1.5M in cost savings through Process Improvements, Automation, consolidation of multiple manufacturing sites, enhancing synergies and minimizing redundancies.
- Reduced cut scrap by 50% and cut expedite fees by $500K through enhanced production precision and throughput.
- Industry-leading, Private Equity backed manufacturer of precision-engineered parts for aerospace customers.
General Manager
Heroux Devtek | APPH
Wichita, KS
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Directed operations of Wichita facility for manufacturing, repair, and overhaul of hydraulic systems and components, ensuring efficient workflow and timely delivery.
- Managed contributions of 50+ cross-functional team members delivering $17M in annual sales.
- Leveraged lean manufacturing tools (Kanban, POU, Cellular Manufacturing) to reduce cycle times and improve throughput, achieving one-week reduction in time requirements.
- Negotiated 32% reduction in ground shipping contracts, optimizing logistics costs and enhancing delivery efficiency.
- Top-three global designer and producer of landing gear, actuation systems, and other aerospace components.
Vice President | General Manager
Omni Aerospace
Wichita, KS
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Produced 15% increase in sales during tenure while simultaneously slashing operating expenses by 12%.
- Identified and promoted cost-saving opportunities while tracking P&L results across value streams.
- Collaborated with senior managers to implement strategic plans for three critical value streams: machined parts and assemblies, electrical assembly, and parts distribution.
- Established aerospace manufacturer and aircraft parts supplier.
Director of Operations, Business Development, & Supply Chain
Senior Aerospace Composites
Wichita, KS
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Led strategic planning, sales forecasting, supply chain operations, business development, and customer service initiatives.
- Delivered $3M in new business in under one year through aggressive business development action.
- Spurred a 15-point improvement in productivity and increased efficiency to 97%.
- Minimized waste to achieve a scrap rate of less than 2%, down from 9.5% of sales.
- Developed estimating tracking system, risk mitigation and disaster recovery plans, and supplier rating and tracking system to enhance operational efficiency.
- Manufactured composite assemblies for aerospace industry.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Friends University
Wichita, KSWichita, KS
Skills
- Chief operations officer and chief executive officer
- Strategic planning and business development
- Multi-site operations management
- Profit and loss accountability
- Aerospace industry leadership
- Six Sigma certification
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Supply chain optimization
- Engineering management expertise
- Private equity experience
- Compliance oversight
- Operational excellence strategies
- Servant leadership approach
- Global Experience
- Data-Based Decisions
- P&L management
- Business analytics
- Supply chain management
- Team building
Personal Information
Title: Ordained Minister
Professional Development
- Certified Six Sigma Black Belt, Textron Six Sigma
- Lean Implementation Specialist, University of Tennessee
Leadership Experience
- Wichita Board of Directors, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
- Founder | Chair, Bill Self Cystic Fibrosis Golf Classic
Certification
Certified Six Sigma Black Belt
Affiliations
Ordained Minister
Timeline
President
Ozark Aeroworks
01.2024 - Current
Chief Executive Officer
Tribus Aerospace
01.2022 - 01.2024
President | Vice President, Aerospace and Defense
H-D Advance Manufacturing
01.2020 - 01.2022
General Manager
Heroux Devtek | APPH
01.2017 - 01.2020
Vice President | General Manager
Omni Aerospace
01.2016 - 01.2017
Director of Operations, Business Development, & Supply Chain
Senior Aerospace Composites
01.2010 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Friends University