Trade Journal Article:
This article was written for Engineered Recycling Systems to promote the company, while also giving readers a more human, behind-the-scenes look at the organization. This involved interviewing Alton Chambers about his personal and professional story.
This article was also featured in the “Board Converting News’ trade journal. Click here to view the publication!
Why Switch Careers in Your Mid-60s?
December 05, 2022
By Eldar Iz
It’s not common for people in their mid-60s to leave a secure position and join a whole new organization. Alton Chambers could have had a cushy job working in his previous company for the rest of his career, so why did he change employers and start from scratch?
Alton has a unique skill set that allows him to assess the character and value of an organization. When he discovered Engineered Recycling Systems, he saw an opportunity to join a very special organization.
“ERS doesn’t sell cookie-cutter solutions. It’s a company that looks at their customer’s needs and creates real solutions for real problems.”
– Alton Chambers
The way the organization is set up is what Alton likes to call a “true organization.” Nobody can be in two places at once, so it’s important to know that you have a good team behind you. If Alton can’t be available for an ERS partner, then there is a dedicated customer service team to answer any concerns that a client may have.
“Nobody ever says ‘That’s not my job.’ If they can’t help you, they go and find somebody who can.”
– Alton Chambers
Alton has served the converting industry since 1987. After working as a field foreman, he moved into systems analysis, design, and sales. Alton would visit a potential client to survey their facility and their operations, and then design a tailor-made solution for that unique situation.
“They might think they need a stronger fan, but it’s actually their baghouse that’s plugged up. I like doing that kind of ‘detective work.’”
– Alton Chambers
Alton has spent many years advising younger project managers, who sometimes overlook important details. He enjoys mentoring the younger generation and knows the importance of choosing the right person to oversee a project. At ERS, every project is appointed a dedicated project manager, who is specifically qualified for that role. This might seem obvious, but Alton has been in the business long enough to know that not every organization runs such a tight ship.
“Above all, ERS is a human organization. Some companies can let bureaucracy get in the way of client relationships, but with ERS, if you call them with a problem at your plant, they’ll send somebody out to help you right away. The priority is to keep you running!”
– Alton Chambers
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