Randy Schmitz

Randy Schmitz has a strong and extensive work experience. Randy began their career in 1987 with Watlow, where they worked as a Product Engineer and later as an Engineering Manager. In 1995, they became the Focused Factory Manager at Watlow, and then moved on to become an Operations Manager from 1997 to 1999. From 1999 to 2011, Schmitz held various Director of Operations roles at Watlow, where they had operations and financial responsibility for multiple facilities and led continuous improvement efforts. In 2018, they became the Senior Director - HOM at Rotex Global, LLC, before moving on to Acuity Brands in 2020 as the Director Of Manufacturing Operations. Currently, Schmitz is serving as the Vice President of Operations at ACS Group since February 2022. With their diverse experience and expertise in operations management, Schmitz has consistently delivered strong results and implemented effective lean techniques and continuous improvement strategies.

Randy Schmitz obtained a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from GMI Engineering & Management Institute, where they studied from 1982 to 1987. Following that, they pursued a Master's degree in Business from Webster University and completed it from 1991 to 1993. Though specific certifications are not provided, Randy Schmitz possesses a certification in APICS.