Gerald G.

Gerald G. currently serves as the Executive Director of Manufacturing at AAON, Inc. since August 2025. Prior to this role, Gerald held the position of Plant Manager at Southwire Company, overseeing a large facility with over 500 team members and managing a production volume of $1.2 billion annually. Gerald's extensive experience includes roles such as Operations Manager and Plant Manager at Star Thermoplastic Alloys & Rubbers, Inc., where responsibilities included P&L management and process improvement. Earlier career highlights include serving as Quality Director at Radiac Abrasives, Director of Quality at MRC Polymers Inc., and Regional Quality Manager at Advanced Drainage Systems, with a strong focus on ISO systems and quality management across various companies. Gerald holds an MBA from Northern Illinois University and a degree in Business, Operations Management from California State University, Stanislaus.