Joseph M.

Experience

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  Mobilization Funding

  Chief Operations Officer

  Jul 2022 - Present

  Mobilization Funding funds direct labor and materials for construction projects and schedules repayment to align with GC payments, helping contractors preserve organizational capital and grow.

  • Promoted to COO in July 2022 and assumed expanded cross-company responsibilities including HR, benefits, 401k, and payroll oversight.
  • Compiled financial budget forecasting and tracking while leading strategic planning initiatives.
  • Provided direct oversight of loan servicing and underwriting functions to ensure operational integrity.
  • Supported business development and sales efforts while owning data and analytics reporting for leadership.
  • Held full P&L responsibility with a primary focus on EBITDA growth.
  • Worked with an investment banker to prepare the company for M&A activity.
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  Mobilization Funding

  Director of Operations

  Aug 2019 - Jul 2022

  • Designed and implemented optimal business processes and systems to deliver customer value.
  • Recruited, hired, mentored, evaluated, and retained associates to sustain a high-performing team.
  • Established KPI metric and reporting systems to support business efficacy and decision-making.
  • Oversaw process improvement efforts to optimize the customer and stakeholder experience.
  • Built the company’s Salesforce ERP with tailored workflow modules and process automation.
  • Revised organizational structure to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency.
  • Developed and rolled out a Job Instruction Training program to standardize work and cross-train staff.
  • Implemented an incentive program tied to leading performance metrics for all job classes.
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  Natalie's Orchid Island Juice Company

  Vice President of Operations

  Mar 2018 - Jun 2019

  People all around the world enjoy the undeniable quality of Natalie's, a purpose-driven juice company focused on minimal processing and high-quality ingredients found coast to coast and globally.

  • Directly accountable for production and logistics for a $60M authentically clean juice business.
  • Managed personnel, manufacturing and distribution processes while driving strategy and profitability.
  • Drastically improved sanitation and pre-operational methodology to eliminate microbial spoilage complaints.
  • Improved bottling line efficiencies and reduced labor dollars per case by 25%.
  • Implemented an automated vision system to eliminate cap defects and leaking bottles.
  • Improved tank churn rate to maximize juice freshness for customers.
  • Oversaw installation of a new pasteurization system and optimized juice extractors.
  • Implemented preventative maintenance and used FMEA analysis to significantly reduce downtime.
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  Black Gold Farms

  Director of Sweet Potato Operations - (Business Unit Leader)

  Jan 2016 - Apr 2017

  Black Gold Farms is a global production, sales and service operation specializing in potatoes, known as a leading supplier of chip and sweet potatoes with deep agricultural roots in the Red River Valley.

  • Direct accountability for agricultural, packaging, and logistics for a $17M sweet potato category.
  • Managed personnel and field and manufacturing processes while driving category strategy and profitability.
  • Reduced inventory variances significantly across the operation.
  • Increased throughput (cases per labor hour) by 15% through process improvements.
  • Completed automation projects to improve package quality and appearance.
  • Significantly reduced product rejects and increased customer service rankings, enabling awarded business growth in 2017.
  • Served key customers including Walmart, HEB, Kroger, and Lamb Weston.
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  Kass Shuler, P.A.

  Director of Accounting, Operations, and Information Technology

  Feb 2015 - Jan 2016

  Kass Shuler, P.A. is a Florida-based business law firm established in 1978 that provides litigation, creditors' rights, bankruptcy, real estate, and corporate legal services with deep experience and client-focused processes.

  • Direct accountability for accounting, operations, and IT for a $40M law firm.
  • Managed personnel while maintaining cost controls and driving process improvement.
  • Oversaw IT infrastructure and data center server footprint to increase efficacy and reduce costs.
  • Reduced accounts receivable balance by implementing a new collection methodology.
  • Decreased total case turnaround time through workflow and scanning improvements.
  • Helped implement new scanning and e-filing processes for court documents across the firm.
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  Kass Shuler, P.A.

  Director of Accounting and Operations

  Jun 2013 - Feb 2015

  • Provided full oversight of Bookkeeping, Billing, and Loss Mitigation, plus Mail Services and Electronic Filing.
  • Improved total throughput time for cases through process redesign and cross-functional coordination.
  • Implemented new scanning and e-filing processes to streamline court document workflows.
  • Introduced one-piece flow for attorney document review and signing to accelerate case processing.
  • Eliminated curtailments caused by mail-service deficiencies through operational fixes and controls.
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  Kass Shuler, P.A.

  Director of Accounting

  Feb 2012 - Jun 2013

  • Oversaw Bookkeeping, Billing, and Loss Mitigation departments for the firm.
  • Dramatically reduced the firm's accounts receivable balance through a redesigned collections methodology.
  • Conducted financial analyses to support acquisitions and strategic decisions.
  • Restructured and cross-trained accounting personnel to improve resilience and capability.
  • Improved accuracy for reinstatement and payoff quotations and strengthened client relationships.

• Publix Super Markets

  Manufacturing Plant Manager

  Feb 2009 - Feb 2012

  Publix Super Markets is a company.

  • Oversaw all production, maintenance, sanitation, safety, and quality control for the Lakeland Produce Packaging operation.
  • Accountable for overall performance of a $25M manufacturing operation.
  • Managed approximately 100 employees across multiple production and support functions.
  • Implemented new line layouts to increase efficiency and better utilize production space.
  • Executed capacity studies and capital purchase analyses to support growth and throughput.

• Publix Super Markets

  Manufacturing Production Manager

  Mar 2007 - Feb 2009

  • Oversaw RTE deli meat and fresh cut salad production operations and ensured food and personal safety standards.
  • Responsible for efficacy of all production activities and managed approximately 80 employees.
  • Reduced product waste and improved labeling accuracy via automation and digital camera systems.
  • Launched mentorship programs to develop front-line leaders and improve retention.
  • Executed capacity studies and introduced PLC automation for improved process control.

• Publix Super Markets

  Industrial Engineer for Manufacturing

  Mar 2005 - Mar 2007

  • Performed classic industrial engineering functions across Deli and Bakery processing plants.
  • Designed plant layouts and production lines to optimize space and throughput.
  • Led project management, KPI and production-standard development, and line balancing efforts.
  • Conducted business case studies to support capital investments and process automation.
  • Supported uptime and efficiency improvements that increased packing throughput by 30%.
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  SGS

  Operations Supervisor / Industrial Engineer

  Jan 2004 - Jan 2005