Eric Rider
About Eric Rider
Eric Rider is a Plant Production Manager at Stirling Ultracold in Athens, Ohio, where he has worked since 2020. He previously held various managerial roles at Kenworth Truck Co. and has a strong educational background with an MBA and a BS from Ohio University.
Current Role at Stirling Ultracold
Eric Rider serves as the Plant Production Manager at Stirling Ultracold, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing production operations in Athens, Ohio. His responsibilities include managing production schedules, ensuring quality control, and optimizing manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency.
Previous Experience at Kenworth Truck Co.
Prior to his current role, Eric Rider worked at Kenworth Truck Co. in various capacities. He served as Quality Manager from 2011 to 2013, focusing on maintaining product quality standards. He then transitioned to Operations Superintendent from 2015 to 2020, where he managed operational workflows. Additionally, he held the position of Unit Manager for one year in 2013 and was a Section Manager for one year in 2014.
Experience at Aleris
Before joining Kenworth Truck Co., Eric Rider worked at Aleris as a Lab Tech/Quality Control from 2007 to 2011. In this role, he was involved in quality assurance processes, ensuring that products met industry standards and specifications.
Education and Qualifications
Eric Rider holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Operations and Supply Chain Management from Ohio University, which he completed from 2018 to 2020. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Applied Management from the same institution, studying from 2008 to 2013. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in production and quality management.