William (Nate) Hitchcock
Wilton
Summary
Operations professional skilled in managing multiple site operations and driving process improvements to maximize production and reduce costs. Additional skills include team collaboration, strategic planning, and problem-solving to achieve high-impact results. Known for adaptability, reliability, and strong leadership in dynamic environments.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Operations Manager
Vulcan Materials Co
01.2025 - Current
- Oversee daily operations of multiple aggregate and recycle production operations in Cupertino, Los Gatos, Treasure Island, Santa Rosa, Napa, Ione, and Woodland.
- Develop and mentor site managers, providing guidance on operations management best practices, safety and environmental priorities, plant financials, production efficiencies, pit/quarry mining operations, proper repair and maintenance, and leading others.
- Assess plant performance to identify deficiencies and drive continuous improvement and cost savings initiatives.
- Develop and execute strategic plans aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
- Established and growing a portable crushing and screening business line for Vulcan. Currently operating two portable plants and crews, servicing various Vulcan recycle and HMA plants, producing recycled AB and RAP for the asphalt plants.
District Operations Manager
Vulcan Materials Co
06.2021 - 01.2025
- Oversaw daily operations of two aggregate quarries and personally continued to manage the Sacramento Aggregates plant and Amador Quarry until 2022.
- Oversaw or directly managed Aggregate operations as needed by the company in Sacramento, Oroville, Ione, Pleasanton, Napa, Healdsburg, Woodland, Los Gatos, and Half Moon Bay.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to enhance productivity, safety, and material quality across multiple sites.
- Trained and mentored new plant managers on operations best practices, safety and environmental, repair and maintenance, plant financials, pit/quarry mining, managing employees, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Plant Manager
Vulcan Materials Co
01.2017 - 07.2022
- Managed the Vulcan Materials Sacramento Aggregates Plant with a 28 employee team in all facets of an aggregate production facility, mining, producing, and shipping 1.0 - 1.2 million tons per year of quality construction aggregates.
- Led production teams to enhance operational efficiency and reduce downtime in plant processes.
- Implemented safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and reducing workplace incidents.
- Developed training programs for staff, fostering skill development and improving job performance.
- Oversaw maintenance schedules for equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and reliability of operations.
- Managed budget forecasting, controlling costs while maximizing productivity across plant operations.
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
Assistant Plant Manager
Vulcan Materials Co
01.2011 - 12.2016
- Organize production and maintenance procedures to meet production requirements and sales goals at aggregate plant, asphalt plant, recycle plant AB plant, and clean dirt landfill.
- Managed objectives in relation to inventory requirements, staffing requirements, work procedures, duty assignments, and maintenance requirements while considering budgetary limitations and time constraints.
- Manage 50+ employees including supervisors, foreman, union and non-union employees across four business lines.
- Train, encourage, and monitor employees on safe working practices. Enforce disciplinary action for violations of safety, work, and attendance rules when necessary.
- Review operations and confer with quality control dept, administrative staff, and operations team to resolve production or processing issues.
Plant Supervisor
Vulcan Materials Co
10.2003 - 12.2010
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety protocols and production standards.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying areas for maintenance to prevent disruptions in production.
- Responsible for supervision of 22+ maintenance shift aggregate plant employees consisting of mobile equipment operators, laborers, electricians, and all stationary equipment and mobile equipment maintenance mechanics.
- Organize, schedule, and execute all maintenance tasks on mobile and stationary equipment. Purchase and manage inventory of all parts, supplies, and equipment needed for maintenance operations.
- Manage aggregate product stockpiling and asphalt plant raw material stocking for scheduled jobs.
- Train, encourage, and monitor maintenance shift employees on safe working practices and equipment/tool operation. Enforce disciplinary action for violations of safety, work, and attendance rules when necessary.
Field Service Mechanic
Shepherd Machinery Co.
08.1999 - 10.2003
- Caterpillar dealer field service mechanic and welder.
Mobile Equipment Mechanic
C.R. Briggs Mining Co
08.1998 - 08.1999
- Heavy equipment mechanic and crew foreman.
Mobile Equipment Mechanic
Pikes Peak Mining Co
01.1998 - 07.1998
- Heavy equipment mechanic specializing in blast hole drill rigs.
Mobile Equipment Mechanic
Lassen Gold Mine Inc.
12.1993 - 12.1997
- Heavy equipment mechanic and crew foreman.
Education
Earthmoving Equipment Technology
Shasta College
Redding, CA01-1993
Diesel technician
Butte College
Oroville, CA01-1993
Skills
- Facility management
- Performance analysis
- Operational efficiency
- Standard operating procedures
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Inspection, maintenance, and repair
- Inventory monitoring
- Budgets
Timeline
Area Operations Manager
Vulcan Materials Co
01.2025 - Current
District Operations Manager
Vulcan Materials Co
06.2021 - 01.2025
Plant Manager
Vulcan Materials Co
01.2017 - 07.2022
Assistant Plant Manager
Vulcan Materials Co
01.2011 - 12.2016
Plant Supervisor
Vulcan Materials Co
10.2003 - 12.2010
Field Service Mechanic
Shepherd Machinery Co.
08.1999 - 10.2003
Mobile Equipment Mechanic
C.R. Briggs Mining Co
08.1998 - 08.1999
Mobile Equipment Mechanic
Pikes Peak Mining Co
01.1998 - 07.1998
Mobile Equipment Mechanic
Lassen Gold Mine Inc.
12.1993 - 12.1997
Diesel technician
Butte College
Earthmoving Equipment Technology
Shasta College