Chet Sweatman
About Chet Sweatman
Chet Sweatman is the Director of Operations at Fluidra, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in operations management and process improvement, having held various positions at companies such as Yamaha Motor Corporation and Col-Met Engineered Finishing Solutions.
Current Role at Fluidra
Chet Sweatman serves as the Director of Operations at Fluidra, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees operations at the company's facilities in Newnan, Georgia, and Phoenix, Arizona. His responsibilities include managing day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency, and implementing process improvements. Sweatman's leadership contributes to the operational success of Fluidra, a company known for its innovative solutions in the pool and spa industry.
Previous Experience at Henkel
Before joining Fluidra, Chet Sweatman worked at Henkel as an Account Sales Executive in Functional Coatings. His tenure lasted six months in 2018, during which he was based in Atlanta, Georgia. In this role, he focused on sales strategies and customer engagement within the coatings sector, contributing to Henkel's market presence.
Career at Yamaha Motor Corporation
Chet Sweatman's career at Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA spanned several years, where he held multiple positions. He worked as a Paint/Production Supervisor from 1999 to 2005 for six years. Later, he served as a Paint Supervisor from 2006 to 2014 for eight years. Additionally, he briefly held the role of Mfg Eng paint in 2014 for seven months. His experience at Yamaha involved overseeing production processes and ensuring quality standards in paint applications.
Experience at Col-Met Engineered Finishing Solutions
At Col-Met Engineered Finishing Solutions, Chet Sweatman held several key roles. He worked as a Regional Sales Manager from 2019 to 2020 and as a Southeast Territory Manager from 2014 to 2018. He also served as a Territory Manager during the same period in Atlanta, Georgia. His responsibilities included managing sales operations and developing customer relationships across the region.
Education and Skills
Chet Sweatman studied Business Administration and Management at West Central Technical College. He possesses skills in Kaizen, 5S, and Gemba methodologies, which are essential for process improvement. His expertise includes implementing lean manufacturing techniques and experience in process consulting and sales of capital equipment, contributing to operational efficiencies in various organizations.