Chris Talarek

Chris Talarek has a diverse work experience spanning over several roles and companies. Chris is currently working at PureCycle Technologies as the Vice President of Feedstock Operations. Prior to this role, they held positions as the Director of Operations and Senior Operations Manager at the same company. Before joining PureCycle Technologies, Chris was the President of Talarek Recycling LLC starting in 2014. Chris also worked at TimberTech as the General Manager of the Columbus Plant, Director of Operations, and Plant Manager. Additionally, Chris had a role as the Operations Manager at SBSC (ex-P&G Ivorydale plant). Chris also worked as an Operations Manager at St Bernard Soap Company. Chris started their career at The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company as a Maintenance Manager and at Procter & Gamble as a Process Engineer. Furthermore, they had a role as a Project Engineer at Wellman, Inc. in the early stages of their career.

Chris Talarek attended The University of Akron from 1990 to 1994, where they earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.