Eric Van Rens

Eric Van Rens has over 25 years of experience in sales, marketing, and management in the chemical industry. Eric is currently the President and CEO of Schafer Gear Works, Inc., a position they have held since August 2017.

Van Rens began their career in 1990 as a Marketing Manager at FMC Corporation. Eric spent thirteen years at FMC, eventually becoming the Business Director of Industrial and Specialty Phosphorus Products. In 2000, they left FMC to join Astaris as the Vice President of Sales and Marketing.

In 2003, Van Rens joined Mississippi Lime Company as the Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Eric was responsible for all aspects of sales, marketing, customer service, supply chain and logistics, R&D and tech services, and served as the general manager of the trucking business line. Eric held this position for fourteen years before leaving to become the President and CEO of Schafer Gear Works, Inc.

Eric Van Rens received their Masters in Business Administration from Rutgers Graduate School - Newark with a focus in finance. Eric also has a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Some direct reports include Paresh Shah - Director, Operations, South Bend, Alex Aubel - CFO, and David Alley - VP, Schafer Driveline.