Central States Inc. has introduced that Doug Watts has joined the corporate as president of Central States Manufacturing. Watts involves his new put up with greater than twenty years of producing and management expertise and can oversee operations, gross sales, logistics, and customer support for Central States Manufacturing.
“In the beginning, Doug was a strategic match for us from a tradition and customer-first perspective,” says Jim Sliker, Central States Inc. CEO. “Doug’s expertise within the constructing merchandise business is barely surpassed by his character, management, and dedication to excellence. He can be instrumental as we information the corporate towards continued success and innovation.”
Most just lately, Watts accomplished a distinguished 22-year tenure at Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope, the place he held a number of key management roles, together with president of Architectural Glazing Programs, the place he oversaw full revenue and loss (P&L) accountability for enterprise models throughout the US and Canada. Over a three-year interval, Watts helped develop the corporate’s revenues by 50 p.c.
His background contains expertise in delivering full constructing envelope options, starting from aluminum storefronts and curtain partitions to home windows and glass, supported by estimating, engineering, and mission administration companies. He started his profession in gross sales at Binswanger Glass and holds a Grasp’s Diploma in Enterprise Administration from West Texas A&M College.
“I’m honored to step into the position of president at Central States Manufacturing,” Watts says. “This firm’s tradition of integrity, innovation, and employee-ownership is really particular. I’m excited to serve alongside our unbelievable crew of employee-owners as we proceed constructing on our legacy of excellence. I additionally wish to thank Tim Ruger for his excellent management over the past decade. Tim’s contributions have positioned us for continued success, and I stay up for constructing on that basis.”
Outgoing president Tim Ruger joined Central States in 2013 after an extended profession of management positions in automotive manufacturing. Below his management, Central States Manufacturing has skilled vital growth, averaging greater than 25 p.c progress year-over-year, bringing new services and products to the market, and opening 5 new manufacturing services with two extra scheduled to open their doorways this summer time. Ruger continues his work with Central States within the position of chief technique officer.
