Steven W Scaff
Wildwood,MO
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with a proven track record at STL Bakery, driving operational efficiency and enhancing production management. Expert in vendor relations and new product development, I successfully transformed underperforming teams, achieving over 60% productivity gains. My engineering background complements my strategic approach to process optimization and supply chain management.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
STL Bakery company
Earth City, MO
06.2019 - 05.2025
- Oversaw daily production across all lines, including sandwich, chocolate, donut, muffin, and crispy production.
- Generated daily labor and dough yield reports to track operational efficiency.
- Managed onboarding processes for new customers to ensure seamless integration.
- Conducted all necessary R&D work to improve product offerings.
- Supervised installation of equipment, including procurement and setup.
- Performed duties as Plant Engineer to maintain operational standards.
Founder / Director of Operations / Plant Engineer
Sapphire Bakery company
Earth City, MO
01.2013 - 06.2019
- Founded company from concept to operation.
- Oversaw procurement and installation of all equipment.
- Established vendor-managed inventory system for efficient supply chain management.
- Created sell sheets for marketing and sales initiatives.
- Developed, formulated, and commercialized all product lines.
- Successfully sold company to STL Baking.
General Manager
Bissinger Chocolate
St Louis, MO
02.2011 - 01.2013
- Transformed company operations, leading to successful sale of business.
- Restored manufacturing capabilities for 113 products within two years.
- Established vendor-managed inventory system to enhance supply chain efficiency.
- Developed and commercialized product lines, ensuring quality and market readiness.
Founder / Director of Operations
Heartland Baking
DuQuoin, II
02.2006 - 01.2011
- Established company from inception to operational status.
- Oversaw procurement and installation of all equipment.
- Implemented vendor-managed inventory system for efficiency.
- Designed sell sheets and produced M&M cookies for Walmart.
- Developed, formulated, and commercialized all product offerings.
- Executed sale of company to Maplehurst.
Director of Operations
Parco Foods LLC
Blue Island, II
01.2002 - 01.2006
- Transformed company from five consecutive years of losses to three consecutive years of profitability.
- Increased productivity over sixty percent across all SKUs during 14-month tenure as Plant Manager.
- Achieved AIB sanitation scores above 900, significantly improving cleanliness standards.
- Established vendor-managed inventory with seven largest vendors to enhance supply chain efficiency.
- Oversaw three departments with a combined budget exceeding $20 million, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
- Developed and commercialized over seventy products in four years, expanding product portfolio.
Plant Manager
Cascade Cookie Company
Kent, Wa
01.1994 - 01.2002
- Managed company operations, including hiring, scheduling, budgeting, and contract negotiations for major ingredients.
- Established new manufacturing facility, overseeing equipment setup, test runs, and crew training.
- Coordinated production of Cascade Cookie SKUs at co-pack facility, reducing transportation costs and enhancing profitability.
First Shift Plant Superintendent
Gai's Bakery
Seattle, WA
01.1987 - 01.1994
- Oversaw wrapping and production for seven lines, including setting bakes and scheduling.
- Achieved 12% reduction in labor costs through process optimization.
- Trained staff on utilizing production tracking statistics to enhance efficiency.
- Conducted quality assurance checks to maintain product standards.
Surveyor Section Chief U.S. Army
U.S. Army
WA., Germany
01.1982 - 01.1987
- Serviced hi the Arm Forces for two terms. Was promoted to the rank of Sergeant and was on the promotion list for Staff Sergeant.
Education
seminars -
American Institute of Baking
Ks01.1994
Non- Commissioned Officer Academy - PLDC
U.S. Army
Wa01.1984
Skills
- Operational efficiency
- Production management
- Supply chain management
- Vendor relations
- Equipment installation
- Process optimization
- New product development
- Engineering
References
Upon Request
Timeline
Director of Operations
STL Bakery company
06.2019 - 05.2025
Founder / Director of Operations / Plant Engineer
Sapphire Bakery company
01.2013 - 06.2019
General Manager
Bissinger Chocolate
02.2011 - 01.2013
Founder / Director of Operations
Heartland Baking
02.2006 - 01.2011
Director of Operations
Parco Foods LLC
01.2002 - 01.2006
Plant Manager
Cascade Cookie Company
01.1994 - 01.2002
First Shift Plant Superintendent
Gai's Bakery
01.1987 - 01.1994
Surveyor Section Chief U.S. Army
U.S. Army
01.1982 - 01.1987
seminars -
American Institute of Baking
Non- Commissioned Officer Academy - PLDC
U.S. Army
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