Dave Schaap

Dave Schaap currently serves as the Director of Operations Planning at Viaflex, where responsibilities include overseeing strategic planning, scheduling, and production coordination to ensure timely delivery of products. Previous experience includes the role of Director of Operations - Steelworks at DeGeest Corporation, focusing on high-quality steel manufacturing for various industries, and Operations Director at Tangent, leading the integration of two competing companies. Earlier positions encompass Plant and Purchasing Manager at Bedford Technology, where Dave handled procurement and inventory management, as well as Order Fulfillment Manager and Purchasing Agent at Fey Industries, Inc. with an emphasis on production goals and material procurement. Prior experience includes sales and customer service roles at Applied Energy Company, LLC and Hydraulic World, Inc. Dave holds an Associates Degree in Business Administration from Richland Community College and multiple diplomas in Fluid Power Technology from Minnesota West Community and Technical College.