Ken Boyle
About Ken Boyle
Ken Boyle is a Quality Manager with extensive experience in the chemical industry, currently working at Tronox in Green River, Wyoming. He has a strong background in operations management, having led large teams and implemented strategic initiatives that resulted in significant production growth and cost savings.
Work at Tronox
Ken Boyle has served as the Quality Manager at Tronox since 2015. In this role, he oversees quality assurance processes within the chemical plant located in Green River, Wyoming. His responsibilities include ensuring compliance with industry standards and implementing quality control measures. Under his leadership, the plant has maintained a focus on operational excellence and efficiency.
Professional Background
Ken Boyle has extensive experience in the chemical industry, having worked in various managerial roles. Before joining Tronox, he spent 21 years at Tata Chemicals as Surface Manager, where he focused on operational efficiency and team management. He also held the position of Manufacturing Manager at FMC from 1988 to 1993. His career reflects a commitment to improving plant operations and fostering a unified culture among safety, unions, and management.
Education and Expertise
Ken Boyle earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Washington, where he studied from 1977 to 1981. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in chemical manufacturing processes. He has also overseen Lean Six Sigma initiatives and process engineering groups, enhancing plant efficiency and operational effectiveness.
Achievements in Chemical Manufacturing
Throughout his career, Ken Boyle has achieved notable results in production growth and operational improvements. He led a team of 225 individuals in a soda ash chemical plant, achieving an 8% production growth over four years through strategic initiatives. He has developed a manufacturing excellence program and implemented cost-cutting measures that significantly boosted profitability.
Leadership and Team Management
Ken Boyle has demonstrated strong leadership skills by directing superintendents across various functions, including operations, maintenance, traffic, and power generation. His leadership approach emphasizes collaboration and unity among different departments, which has contributed to enhanced operational performance in the plants he has managed.