Robbin Stals
About Robbin Stals
Robbin Stals serves as the Operations Manager at Berry Global, Inc. in Cuijk, Netherlands, where he has worked since 2022, bringing extensive experience from previous roles in operations management across various companies in the Netherlands.
Work at Berry Global
Robbin Stals has been serving as Operations Manager at Berry Global, Inc. since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the manufacturing process in Cuijk, North Brabant, Netherlands. Stals has directed the recruitment, development, and training of the start-up team, promoting a collaborative '1-team-1-goal' approach. He has successfully led the start-up of a new production line, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, quality, and performance standards. Additionally, he focuses on optimizing the cost structure and staffing to ensure the profitability of the production process. Stals has also implemented key supplier standards and work processes to enhance daily operations.
Previous Experience
Before joining Berry Global, Robbin Stals held various positions in operations management. He worked as Director of Operations at Dedert IJs BV for seven months in 2022. Prior to that, he spent three years as Production Manager at Uniekaas Holland B.V. from 2019 to 2022. Stals also served as Operations / Supply Chain Manager at Essity from 2017 to 2019 and at SCA - Hygiene and Forest Products Company in multiple roles, including Dept. Manager and Project Manager, from 2011 to 2017. His diverse experience in these roles has contributed to his expertise in operational efficiency and team leadership.
Education and Expertise
Robbin Stals holds a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from Inholland University of Applied Sciences, which he completed from 1999 to 2003. He furthered his education at Delft University of Technology, obtaining a Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering from 2003 to 2008. Stals has applied his academic background to his professional roles, particularly in operations and supply chain management, where he has developed training programs, operational instructions, and user manuals based on a skills matrix.
Leadership and Development Initiatives
At Berry Global, Robbin Stals has provided leadership, coaching, mentoring, and technical guidance to his team. He has developed and delivered training programs to enhance operational efficiency. Stals has ensured full compliance with legal, environmental, organizational, and technical requirements in the production process. His focus on aligning manufacturing processes with customer requirements has been instrumental in meeting strategic business objectives.