Rodger Henderson
About Rodger Henderson
Rodger Henderson is the Operations Manager at Chemtrade Pulp Chemicals, overseeing the production of sodium chlorate and crude tall oil while ensuring high standards for product quality and safety.
Current Role at Chemtrade
Rodger Henderson currently serves as the Operations Manager at Chemtrade Pulp Chemicals. In his role, he oversees the production of 80,000 metric tons of sodium chlorate and 12,000 metric tons of crude tall oil annually. He ensures that all customer requirements are met while maintaining high standards for product quality. His responsibilities include production planning, process and project engineering, and leadership in a dynamic and flexible site environment.
Previous Experience at Chemtrade
Before becoming the Operations Manager, Rodger Henderson had an extensive career at Chemtrade Pulp Chemicals in various roles. From 2011 to 2014, he worked as a Production Superintendent. Prior to that, he was a Production Coordinator from 2010 to 2011. His career with Chemtrade began in 1980, where he served as a Process Operator for 30 years until 2010. These roles equipped him with a solid foundation in operations and production management.
Production and Engineering Responsibilities
Rodger Henderson's current role involves providing engineering resources to the plant to troubleshoot and optimize processes. He is responsible for developing and executing small capital projects to improve operational efficiency. His expertise ensures that production activities are safe, cost-effective, and environmentally sound. He is integral in maintaining the high standards Chemtrade is known for.
Leadership and Team Management
As an Operations Manager, Rodger Henderson leads a team at Chemtrade Pulp Chemicals. His leadership extends to ensuring flexible and efficient operational activities in a smaller site environment where changing direction is often necessary. His multi-faceted role demands flexibility and strong leadership to maintain seamless operational processes.