Rich Merrifield
About Rich Merrifield
Rich Merrifield serves as the Broadline Operations Director at US Foods, where he leverages his expertise in Industrial Engineering and employee compensation plans to enhance distribution operations. With certifications in HACCP and PCQI, he ensures compliance with various regulatory standards while supporting division leaders in achieving operational efficiency.
Work at US Foods
Rich Merrifield serves as the Broadline Operations Director at US Foods, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he provides management support to division level leaders, focusing on the safe, efficient, and profitable distribution operations. His responsibilities include overseeing operations and ensuring compliance with various regulatory standards. Merrifield's extensive experience in the food distribution industry contributes to the effectiveness of the operations under his direction.
Education and Expertise
Rich Merrifield possesses in-depth knowledge of Industrial Engineering standards, which he applies using various tools such as Red Prairie, Voxware, and Selector Pro. He is certified in Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) and Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI), demonstrating his commitment to food safety and regulatory compliance. His expertise extends to managing employee incentive and compensation plans, particularly Pay for Performance plans, which he is capable of explaining and installing.
Background
Rich Merrifield has extensive experience in managing both union and non-union environments. He is skilled in interpreting and enforcing union contracts and has experience negotiating local union contracts. His background includes a strong focus on regulatory compliance, with knowledge of agencies such as FDA, USDA, OSHA, and DOT. This background supports his role in ensuring that operations meet industry standards and regulations.
Achievements
Rich Merrifield acts as a subject matter expert in employee incentive and compensation plans, particularly in the implementation of Pay for Performance plans. His ability to provide management support to division leaders has contributed to the operational efficiency and profitability of distribution operations at US Foods. His certifications and expertise in regulatory compliance further enhance his contributions to the organization.