Derrick Cox

Director of Manufacturing

Derrick Cox serves as Director of Manufacturing at Jim Myers & Sons, Inc. (JMS), bringing over 20 of experience in manufacturing and operations management. Derrick oversees the safety, on-time and on-budget delivery, and efficiency of the JMS manufacturing group. Prior to joining JMS, Derrick held various roles across manufacturing, including operator, trainer, research specialist, field service technician, supervisor, planner, master scheduler, S.I.O.P. lead, lean facilitator, and several leadership positions. His diverse expertise has enabled him to implement process improvements, drive operational efficiency, and lead teams to success in dynamic environments. Derrick is a proven leader with expertise in operational strategy, process improvement, and team development.

Derrick served four years in the United States Air Force as a nuclear weapon technician, leveraging his military experience to fund his education and develop a strong foundation in discipline and problem-solving. He earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Maryland and later used his GI Bill to complete a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Wingate University.

Outside of work, Derrick enjoys spending time with his family of five playing games, shooting, hunting, and fishing. His faith and commitment to family are central to his life and values.