Elijah Richardson

Elijah Richardson, Jr., MBA, is an accomplished plant manager with extensive experience in manufacturing and operations management. Current role as Plant Manager at Hearthside Food Solutions began in August 2020, following significant positions including Plant Manager at Sherwin-Williams and various roles at Food & Beverage, CSM Bakery Products, and Bimbo Bakeries USA. Elijah's career also includes leadership positions at The Pepsi Bottling Group and Kraft Foods, with foundational experience in logistics at Wal-Mart Distribution Center and team leadership at American Yard Products, Inc. Educational credentials include an MBA in Management from the University of Maryland Global Campus, a Lean Six Sigma Certificate from Villanova University, and a Bachelor's degree in Management from South Carolina State University, complemented by an Associate's degree from Fayetteville State University. Additionally, military service as a Non-Commissioned Officer in the US Army provides a strong background in leadership and teamwork.