Eric Kadow

Operations Manager at Hillyard

Eric Kadow has extensive work experience in various managerial and leadership roles. Eric is currently working as an Operations Manager at Hillyard, Inc. since April 2022. Prior to this, they served as an Operations Manager at Summit Products, Inc. from June 2017 to October 2021. Eric also worked as an Independent Consultant during the same period.

Before joining Summit Products, Inc., Eric was a Senior Supervisor / Consultant at Altec Industries from July 2016 to December 2016. From January 2015 to June 2016, they served as the President / Principal at Avalanche Composites Inc. Eric also held the position of VP Operations at Avalanche Composites, Inc. from August 2013 to December 2014.

Their earlier experience includes the role of VP Operations at A-1 Fiberglass, Inc. from January 2000 to July 2013. Prior to that, they worked as a Plant Manager at Fibre Body Inc. from 1996 to 1999 and at Northwest Bodies Inc. from 1993 to 1996.

Eric Kadow has a diverse education history. In 2005, they obtained a certification as a Certified Composites Technician (CCT) from the American Composites Manufacturers Association. Eric also completed the Internal Auditor Training for ISO 9001:2000 at QMI-SAI Global Assurance. Additionally, they have completed the Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification (LSSWB) from the Management and Strategy Institute.

In terms of formal education, Eric completed a one-year course concentration in Architecture at Iowa State University. Eric also pursued a one-year course concentration in Business at North Iowa Area Community College. However, specific degree names were not provided for these educational experiences.

Eric has also obtained various certifications outside of their formal education. These certifications include Forklift Operation and Safety Course from the National Safety Council, Mazak Laser 2D Basic Operator Training from Mazak North America, Implementation Team member for Global Shop - ERP Software for Manufacturers from Global Shop Solutions - ERP Software, and HAZWOPER - Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Training Certified from Altec.

There is an additional certification for Standard First Aid, CPR, and AED, but no specific details were provided regarding the institution or the date obtained.

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  • Operations Manager

    April, 2022 - present