Henry Retamal
About Henry Retamal
Henry Retamal serves as the President of Operations at Wastequip, a position he has held since 2019. With extensive experience in global operations management and a background in lean manufacturing, he has significantly contributed to operational efficiency across various divisions.
Work at Wastequip
Henry Retamal has served as the President of Operations at Wastequip since 2019. In this role, he oversees operational strategies and initiatives within the company. Prior to this position, he held several key roles at Wastequip, including Senior Vice President of Operational Excellence from 2013 to 2015 and Director of Operational Excellence for a brief period in 2013. He also led the Toter Products Division as President from 2015 to 2018. His extensive experience at Wastequip includes implementing lean manufacturing strategies across various divisions, such as Steel, Plastics, Hoists, and Vacuum Trucks.
Education and Expertise
Henry Retamal studied at the University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School, where he achieved Executive Education in Business Administration and Management in 2015. He also holds a degree in Mechatronics Engineering from PUCRS, completed from 1996 to 2002. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in global operations management, lean manufacturing, and the Toyota Production System (TPS) principles, which he applies to enhance operational efficiency.
Background
Henry Retamal has a diverse professional background with experience in various roles across multiple companies. Before joining Wastequip, he worked at Dana Incorporated in several capacities, including Global Assembly Best Practice Champion and Lead Process Engineer. His international experience includes working in both the United States and Italy, particularly during his tenure as Off-Highway MFG Strategy Leader at Dana in Trento, Italy. He also served as Equipment Project Manager at First Solar.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Henry Retamal has demonstrated a strong ability to drive business turnarounds by identifying and implementing cost-saving opportunities. He has led projects from cost estimating to customer delivery, showcasing his project management skills. His implementation of lean manufacturing strategies at Wastequip has contributed to operational improvements across various product lines, reinforcing his reputation as an expert in operational excellence.