Brock Peterson

Experience

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  MeadWestvaco

  Jan 2005 - Nov 2007

  Senior Laboratory Technician

  • Extensive experience in Warm Mix and HMA Superpave mix design with a wide variety of aggregates and asphalts from all over the world. Intimately involved with the development and evolution of the Evotherm® Warm Mix product and application both in the laboratory and in the field. Performed a variety of mix design verifications including dense graded, SMA and OGFC. • Field support of the Evotherm® project resulted in strong familiarity with a variety of facility configurations.o Emulsion: A variety of emulsion colloid mills, SBS and SBR latex additive systemso Field (HMA Plant): various continuous plants, batch plants, rollers, pavers, shuttle buggies, belly dumps• Manufactured and tested several different types of emulsion systems and chemistries including CRS, CRS-LM, Micro surfacing (limited experience) and Slurry seal (limited experience). Show less

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  Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Inc.

  Nov 2007 - Jan 2011

  Facility Manager

  • Supervised the daily (24/7) operations of a liquid asphalt terminal that had 2.5 million gallons of storage, annual sales of 10.5 million gallons ($24 million) and 10-12 employees under my direct supervision. • Ensured that all products were in compliance and shipped/delivered according to project deadlines, assisted Area Sales Manager with customer service and relations, handled sample requests from customers and state agencies, on-call 24/7 and responded promptly when needed. • Worked in conjunction with corporate headquarters to ensure all company rules and regulations were followed (EH&S, Risk Management and HR), made sure that all employees were trained in the latest OSHA and EPA standards as well as to their job profiles, responsible for ensuring that all Safety, Environmental and Quality Manuals were maintained and updated, completed Tier II and HAZMAT reports to be on file with the City of Chandler. • Scheduled work assignments for plant employees, responsible for scheduling and staffing as dictated by sales demands and current projects, reviewed and signed off on weekly time sheets, responsible for the overall moral and attitudes of plant personnel (employee issues).• Prepared monthly plant report (extensive Excel and SAP knowledge), maintained records of all employees’ training, approved invoices for payment, maintained office and plant supplies (including raw materials) according to facility budget. • Ensured that all equipment was in proper and safe working order.• Maintained proper inventory controls, including daily, weekly, monthly and yearly inventory reporting that must be maintained within certain variances. • Assisted Safety Coordinator with enforcement of safety rules at the facility and held meetings as needed. Show less

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  Univar

  Jul 2011 - Aug 2014

  Branch Operations Supervisor

  Responsible for the daily, safe, efficient and economical operation of the bulk handling, laboratory and transportation activities of an industry leading hazardous chemical distribution facility. Maintain compliance with numerous State and federal agencies including FMCSA, OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc. Insure that all products are in compliance and shipped/delivered according to deadlines, assist Area Sales Manager with customer service and relations. On-call 24/7 and respond promptly when needed. Responsible for working with Area Sales Manager to resolve any and all customer issues promptly and effectively. Implement corporate policies on health and safety, environmental affairs and operations standards at the branch level including all training, documentation and record keeping. Schedule work assignments for plant employees, responsible for scheduling and staffing as dictated by sales demands and current projects, review and sign off on weekly time sheets, responsible for the overall moral and attitudes of facility personnel (employee issues).Maintain close security and control over physical operations and branch buildings, tank farm, grounds and equipment. Insure that all equipment is in proper and safe working order. Responsible for maintenance, upkeep and housekeeping of facility, buildings, equipment and fleet.Maintain proper inventory controls, including daily, weekly, monthly and yearly inventory reporting that must be maintained within certain variances. Manage salary plan, personnel development, hiring, promoting and termination as well as drug testing and medical surveillance programs.Hire and manage contractors to provide facility services. Responsible for employees maintaining regulatory compliance (FMCSA) for the transportation and delivery of our products. Member of Leadership Committee, Safety Committee and Quality Committee. Yellow Belt and Lean Leadership training in Six Sigma. Show less

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  Verdesian Life Sciences

  Feb 2016 - May 2016

  Plant Superintendent
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  Chase Corporation

  May 2016 - now

  Responsible for all production, shipping and related facility operations for the effective manufacture and profitability of all Chase products at the Blawnox, PA facility. Coordination of production schedule with regards to open orders and minimum/maximum inventory targets; manage all aspects of raw material, finished goods and packaging inventories; proactively manage and assure goods are shipped on time; and to liaise with Corporate Sourcing for negotiating purchase contracts. Overall management of facility KPI’s. Show less Responsible for the field and lab support of Bridge and Highway products including providing technical support at the asphalt plants and on bridge deck, performing job mix formulation verification, leading product development work, providing technical support and testing for internal and external customers and providing technical direction and support to manufacturing personnel. Also, responsible for the successful qualification of all Bridge and Highway product lines (including Rosphalt, Expansion Joints and sheet Membranes) to customer and industry specifications. Show less

  • Plant Manager - Blawnox, PA

    May 2019 - now

  • Technical Manager - Bridge and Highway Products

    May 2016 - May 2019