Branch Manager | Manufacturing & Distribution Operations at Q2 Artificial Lift Services – Canada (2026-05 – Present)
- Lead the strategic transformation of the Edmonton operations into Q2 Artificial Lift Canada's centralized distribution hub supporting 16 pump shops.
- Lead manufacturing, warehousing, inventory, production planning, customer service and distribution operations supporting Q2's Canadian Artificial Lift business.
- Manage branch operating budget, resource allocation and cost optimization initiatives to improve operational efficiency and financial performance.
- Design and implement enterprise inventory reconciliation framework integrating ERP data and Power BI analytics to improve inventory visibility and operational decision-making.
- Lead the post-acquisition integration of inventory, vendors, production processes and facility operations following the transition to Q2 Artificial Lift Services.
- Standardize inventory planning and warehouse organization to improve inventory accuracy and material flow.
- Manage supplier relationships, preventive maintenance planning and capital equipment coordination to maximize operational performance and cost efficiency.
- Partner with executive leadership to support strategic growth initiatives across Canadian operations.
Operations Manager at SPM Oil & Gas – A Caterpillar Company, Canada (2015-04 – 2026-04)
- Supported multi-site manufacturing operations across Edmonton and Estevan while leading expansion projects and operational standardization.
- Directed manufacturing operations for North America's largest sucker rod guiding manufacturing facility, overseeing production, inventory, quality, maintenance, shipping and continuous improvement.
- Directed operating budgets, production planning, inventory strategy and resource allocation to support customer demand and operational performance.
- Led a multidisciplinary team of 25+ employees across manufacturing, shipping, quality and inventory operations while driving safety, productivity and continuous improvement.
- Managed over $6M customer inventory.
- Delivered more than $900K in recurring annual cost savings through Lean Manufacturing, supplier development and process optimization.
- Developed operational KPIs and performance reporting systems supporting data-driven management decisions.
- Led cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Procurement, Sales and Operations to improve profitability, manufacturing efficiency and customer service.
Project Manager at Weir Oil & Gas, Canada (2014-11 – 2015-03)
- Managed startup of a $4M manufacturing project from planning through commissioning.
- Coordinated engineering, contractors, procurement and project execution.
- Designed manufacturing equipment and production layouts using SolidWorks.
- Built the manufacturing operation through recruitment, training, process development and operational readiness.
Quality Assurance Manager at NOV R&M Energy Systems, Canada (2013-11 – 2014-11)
Promoted into a leadership role responsible for Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Continuous Improvement for the rod guide manufacturing operation, supporting production, customer quality, and ISO 9001 compliance.
- Led the Quality Management System, maintaining ISO 9001 compliance and driving continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
- Developed and standardized quality procedures, inspection processes, calibration programs and technical training systems.
- Reduced product non-conformances through root cause analysis, lean Six Sigma tools, and corrective/preventive action programs.
- Partnered with Operations and Engineering to improve manufacturing quality, process consistency, and customer satisfaction.
- Led customer complaint investigations, quality audits, and cross-functional improvement initiatives.
Quality & Maintenance Supervisor at NOV R&M Energy Systems, Canada (2013-01 – 2013-11)
- Supervised quality control and maintenance teams supporting high-volume injection molding operations
- Implemented preventive maintenance and Total Production Maintenance (TPM) programs to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
- Optimized injection molding processes through equipment troubleshooting, process improvements, and operator training.
- Designed and implemented equipment improvements that increased production efficiency and supported Lean manufacturing initiatives
- Developed technical training programs and standardized maintenance practices to improve team capability and operational consistency.
Technician/ Industrial Consumables at Maghreb Steel (2011 – 2012)
Metal Rolling
- Supported production planning, industrial consumables management and manufacturing operations.
- Coordinated production and maintenance activities to achieve operational targets.
Maintenance Technician at ST Microelectronics (2008 – 2011)
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on highly automated semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
- Supported production reliability through equipment troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives.
