Rob Jackson
Hamilton,MS
Summary
Operations executive with 30+ years of progressive experience from frontline operations to executive leadership in chemical manufacturing, industrial operations, and dredging environments. Proven track record managing $20M+ operating budgets and leading teams of 200+ personnel. Known for improving underperforming operations through hands-on leadership, process discipline, and data-driven decision-making. Extensive experience owning full operational performance across safety, environmental compliance, quality, cost, productivity, and people, while leveraging SAP systems.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Industrial Operations
Savannah Dredging, LLC
01.2022 - Current
- Full operational and financial responsibility for multi-site operations with $20M+ budgets.
- Lead production, maintenance, logistics, and safety while improving throughput and reliability.
- Drive KPI performance, root cause analysis, and capital improvements.
- Utilize SAP for maintenance, asset management, and reporting.
VP / Director Industrial Operations
Jimco Integrated Services
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Managed $20M+ budgets with full ownership of safety, quality, cost, productivity, and people.
- Expanded services and secured multi-year contracts.
- Directed operations, logistics, and contractor execution.
- Implemented SAP systems and improved reporting.
Waste / Process Leader
Tronox, LLC
Hamilton, MS
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Managed $20M+ budgets with full operational ownership across safety, environmental, quality, cost, productivity, and people.
- Led environmental systems and SAP maintenance programs.
Senior Plant Leader
Tronox, LLC
Hamilton, MS
01.2006 - 01.2016
- Directed plant operations with $20M+ budgets and full accountability across performance areas.
- Led cross-functional teams and continuous improvement initiatives.
Process Leader
Tronox, LLC
Hamilton, MS
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Oversaw production, safety, and operational performance using SAP.
Operations Supervisor
Tronox, LLC
Hamilton, MS
01.1995 - 01.2000
- Managed crews and daily production.
Operator / Technician
Tronox, LLC
Hamilton, MS
01.1989 - 01.1995
- Operated and maintained process equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Skills
- Industrial Operations Leadership
- P&L / Budget Management
- SAP (Maintenance & Operations)
- Continuous Improvement
- Environmental Compliance
- Safety Leadership
- Quality Systems
- Cost Control
- Productivity Improvement
- Team Leadership
Personal Information
Title: Chief Operating Officer
Timeline
Vice President of Industrial Operations
Savannah Dredging, LLC
01.2022 - Current
VP / Director Industrial Operations
Jimco Integrated Services
01.2019 - 01.2022
Waste / Process Leader
Tronox, LLC
01.2016 - 01.2019
Senior Plant Leader
Tronox, LLC
01.2006 - 01.2016
Process Leader
Tronox, LLC
01.2000 - 01.2005
Operations Supervisor
Tronox, LLC
01.1995 - 01.2000
Operator / Technician
Tronox, LLC
01.1989 - 01.1995
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix