Chris Coletta

Chris Coletta, P.E. is a seasoned engineering professional with extensive experience in production and asset management within the chemical and energy sectors. Currently serving as the Production Unit Manager at Vertex Energy Inc. since July 2023, Chris leads the production team in delivering the Mobile Refinery production plan while ensuring safety and reliability. Previous roles include Asset Management Engineer and Asset Manager at BASF, focusing on antioxidants and light stabilizers, where Chris developed maintenance strategies and managed budgets. Experience also includes positions as Operations Engineer at BASF and Process Engineer at Tronox, emphasizing process efficiency and project management. Chris holds a Master of Engineering in Engineering Management and a Graduate Certificate in Managing Applied Research in Technology from the University of Colorado, along with a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering from Auburn University.