Brandon Smith is a Account Representative in Cedar Hill, TX.
Brandon Smith has carved a path to success that began at a community college, where he honed his skills and laid the foundation for his future. He initially joined Delta Steel as a Press Brake Operator in September 2021, setting foot in an unfamiliar industry at the Ft. Worth location. But it was here that he would start his incredible journey. Brandon’s Delta Steel journey was intertwined with personal growth, as he moved from Tucson, Arizona, seeking a fresh start and reconnecting with family in Fort Worth. He had the fortune of knowing a personal family friend who had gone to high school with his mother and thus this connection served as a fortuitous link to his promising career with Delta Steel.
Brandon’s career evolution didn’t happen overnight. His success story was marked by consistent learning and mentorship, including time spent learning from veteran operators. It was those veterans who transferred the knowledge, the kind that textbooks couldn’t provide, to Brandon. Brandon also absorbed the workings of the press brake machine, ensuring that all material and processing information was entered accurately into the system.
Fast forward to January 2022, and Brandon found himself embracing a new role as a Processing Scheduler. In this capacity, he was entrusted with the responsibility of scheduling processing for all machinery, ensuring that the wheels of production ran smoothly. By February 2022, he had progressed yet again, this time assuming the role of a CNC Programmer. His daily tasks included creating all the essential programs, becoming an integral part of the CAD team, and meticulously checking programs while making necessary adjustments.
Career Growth
In April 2023, Brandon embarked on his most transformative role yet—Account Representative. It was here that his journey took a profound turn. Brandon found himself connecting with clients, both old and new, spending his days as the point of contact for one of Delta Steel’s largest accounts in Fort Worth. His two-year journey through the ranks had culminated in a position that allowed him to apply his skills, knowledge, and dedication in new and exciting ways.
In a few months time Brandon moved over to the Cedar Hill location, as a Account Representative. His primary role revolves around nurturing existing accounts and exploring new opportunities. Cedar Hill provides more significant opportunities in selling on the structural side, and it’s a role that allows him to be close to the facility, cementing his connection with the company’s core operations.
Reflecting on his journey at Delta Steel, Brandon cites a profound cultural change within the organization, with an emphasis on safety that resonates through every facet of the company. “You can’t go a day without hearing about being safe.” Employees look forward to coming to work, fostering a strong bond with the operations team and forging lasting friendships.
Brandon’s aspirations for the future are high. He envisions himself in a leadership role, perhaps even as a General Manager on day. His love for teamwork and his undeniable pride in knowing that he plays a part in the structures that shape the world fuel his ambition.
Hobbies
Outside of the workplace, Brandon’s passion for sports, love for fishing, and his commitment to training in Jiu-Jitsu and kickboxing fill his free time. He understands that success isn’t confined to his career, but extends to his life outside of work.
Quotation
“If something is humanly possible, it is attainable by you too.” – Marcus Aurelius
Brandon Smith’s remarkable career climb at Delta Steel is a testament to the belief that hard work, dedication, and continuous learning can lead to incredible heights. Congratulations, Brandon!
Matt Carnathan is the Sales Manager in Houston, TX.
Matt Carnathan, the Sales Manager for Delta Steel – Houston Division, has a remarkable five-year journey with the company. Matt’s journey to Delta Steel is marked by a strong work ethic and a passion for new challenges. Prior to joining the company, he spent 16 years working for a trucking company. Despite being groomed for a leadership role, he felt a desire for change and sought new opportunities. Fortuitously, he learned of an opening for a Traffic Manager at Delta Steel, thanks to a friend’s recommendation. After a successful interview, Matt joined Delta Steel starting as a Traffic Manager in January 2018 and since then his dedication and commitment to growth have made him a valuable asset to the organization.
This transition marked a significant shift in his career trajectory, as he had only held two jobs throughout his career. “I never had never had to prepare a resume before!” However, Matt’s determination and enthusiasm quickly became evident.
“I’m happy everyday. Genuinely.”
One of the highlights of Matt’s career at Delta Steel was his collaboration with the VP of Commercial, where they negotiated with the Port of Houston operations to bring materials into the facility via barges—a groundbreaking approach for the company. His proactive approach and problem-solving skills demonstrated his ability to adapt and contribute to the company’s significant growth.
Career Growth
Matt has steadily progressed over the next few years and he ultimately pursued a role as Sales Manager, which he assumed in November 2022.
In his current role as Sales Manager, Matt plays a vital role in supporting the sales team, though transitioning from day-to-day sales activities to this role presented its own set of challenges. Relinquishing accounts proved to be more demanding than he anticipated. However, he approaches his responsibilities with genuine enthusiasm.
“I get great satisfaction from helping my team be successful.”
What Matt enjoys most about his current role is witnessing the intricate process of negotiations and purchases. Transitioning from an operations-focused background to the commercial side of the business has been a fulfilling experience for him. He relishes the positive work environment and describes his daily experience as genuinely happy, underlining the importance of great leadership, a supportive warehouse team, and the company culture.
Looking ahead, Matt has ambitious aspirations with Delta Steel. He envisions himself as a General Manager for one of the company’s facilities when the right time and location align.
“I don’t think I could find a better situation than the one I’m in right now. It’s an ideal situation and I don’t think I could ever leave.”
Hobbies
In his free time, Matt enjoys outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, and golf, where he brings the same dedication and passion as he does to his role as MSCI Texas chapter president, all while balancing family life, 20 years of marriage to his wife Jennifer, and actively supporting his three sports-loving sons: Logan, Caden, & Jackson.
Quotation
“Can’t. Never could.” – John Lee
Congratulations, Matt! We look forward to the fresh and innovative contributions you’ll continue to make to our team in the years ahead. Here’s to your continued success!
Katie Roberson is the Traffic Supervisor in Fort Worth, TX.
Katie began her career with Delta Steel in October of 2017 when she found a position as office administrator through an employment agency. She was looking for something different than her previous job as a manager at Insurance Auto Auctions. Katie started working in the Cedar Hill location and was responsible for maintaining and documenting safety paperwork, JSA(Job Safety Analysis) training, inventory receiving and adjustments, MTR(Mill Test Reports) and assist with answering the phones.
“I am a people person and I enjoy talking with people”
Soon enough she found herself splitting time between Cedar Hill and Fort Worth Delta Steel locations. One year later, Katie was offered a full-time position as Administrative Service Representative where she continued to support both Delta Steel locations.
Career Growth
In January of 2021, Katie took a role in Quality Control. This was a logical move for her because many of the duties she already performed were part of this position’s responsibilities. She did have to issue Non Conformance and corrective actions as part of her new role to ensure product quality before material ships to the customer. A little over year in this role and Katie took another step in her career. In March of 2022 she became the Traffic Supervisor for Delta Steel Fort Worth. Not only does she still serve some of the Quality Control responsibilities, she now handles many of the duties associated with the traffic department. Katie builds loads and works with existing carriers as well as setting up new ones.
Her 6 years with Delta Steel has covered a lot of ground and touched many different aspects of the business and made Katie a valuable asset to the success of our team. Katie has ambitions of continuing to grow with the company and lend her expertise to others through training.
“I want to be able to travel and train people in different areas of the company but mostly in operations and safety.”
Whether meeting Fort Worth’s tons goals, meeting with drivers, or keeping deliveries on track, all of it keeps her challenged every day. “As long as I can continue to grow I see myself retiring from here.”
Hobbies
Katie enjoys dancing and gambling(specifically slots and craps), basketball and football. She has 3 children and 3 grand children
Quotation
” The secret of change is to focus all your energy not on fighting the old but on building the new.” – Socrates, father of Western Philosophy
Congratulations Katie! We look forward to what new and creative things you bring to our team in the many years to come!
Geoff Wilson is the Sales Manager in Cedar Hill, TX.
Geoff Wilson, a United States Army veteran and graduate of Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor of Science in Political Science, started his steel journey with a fellow Reliance Steel & Aluminum sister company, Liebovich Bros. Inc., located in Rockford, IL in 2010. Geoff learned the business working as an inside sales rep initially until he migrated into an outside sales position. In 2017, Geoff’s wife took an opportunity with a wine distributor in Texas and he found himself looking for another opportunity. He really wanted to stay within the Reliance brand and worked with one of the executive vice presidents to find another position. Delta Steel was looking for a sales representative in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area and Geoff took the job.
Career Growth
Geoff interviewed for a sales position but ended up taking the sales manager role for Delta Cedar Hill.
“Liebovich is a very customer service oriented company which facilitated my transition to Delta very nicely.”
To start, Geoff operated out of the Ft. Worth location but eventually moved to an office in Cedar Hill permanently. Shortly after beginning his employment, Delta Steel became part of Infra-Metals. This shifted the way Delta had operated and the products they were offering.
“Cedar had to find their way in the market. I learned how to market and sell beams.“
The Cedar Hill location was tasked with selling new products and services and had to develop their business essentially from scratch. Geoff enjoys the fast paced environment where everyday is different and poses new challenges.
“I like seeing the projects our material goes into. We’re selling our customer’s solutions to their problems.”
Since joining Cedar Hill, Geoff and his team have doubled the capacity of the facility, made major capital investments and assisted in making significant positive changes in safety as well as developing a positive work environment. When Geoff was asked where he see’s himself in the future with Delta Steel he said he “would like to someday run his own Delta Steel location. I want to be a leader and watch the team grow.”
Hobbies
Geoff enjoys golf when he able to get some free time. He also loves spending time with his wife, 3 year old daughter and 1 year old son.
Congratulations Geoff and we look forward to what new and creative things you bring to team Delta!
Andrew Gubitosa is the General Manager in Houston, TX.
Andrew’s career in steel began when he was looking for a way out of an undesirable job running a furniture store.
“The day I had to go out and repo someone’s furniture I knew I was done.”
His friend’s mother was the controller for Metal Supply Company; at that time it was a subsidiary of Reliance Steel and Aluminum. In March of 2011, Andrew was hired for an inside sales position but he spent the first few months assisting with ISO Certification and the documentation of the business units at the company. He spent a lot of time interacting with the various department managers recording all of the workflows. His work on the certification ended up being his formal education in the steel business.
“I got to see every aspect of the business which a lot of sales people don’t get to do.”
After finishing his work flow documentation, Andrew learned how to sell by cold calling a book of inactive accounts and trying to get them to give him a shot.
“I was hungry so I’d stay after people by constantly calling them on the phone. The phone is your best friend in sales. I’d even watch Dancing With The Stars because a prospect liked it and I wanted her business!”
Andrew’s research methodologies and constant persistence paid off as he quickly became one of the top sales reps. A year and a half later he became the assistant sales manager, a similar role to sales manager with a more precise focus on the daily activity of the sales team members. Change was on the horizon however and several months later Metal Supply Company merged with Delta Steel and Andrew found himself a new home at the Delta Steel Houston location. At that time there was already a sales manager so Andrew went back into sales full-time…but not for long.
Career Growth
In October of 2014, Andrew became the sales manager for Delta Steel Houston. Fast forward to 2017 when Infra-Metals came along and assisted with the operations of Delta Steel, he saw significant positive change that set the company up for success.
“The biggest change was adjusting our focus and aligning with clearly defined goals. There wasn’t one magic bullet but a bunch of little things and now we had a real vision and identity to operate from.”
Four company presidents, two company mergers and a global pandemic; All experiences that have helped mold Andrew’s leadership style. He became the general manager in Houston in 2022.
“It’s important to learn the good and the bad from people in positions of leadership. I’ve seen failure and success.”
Now that he is in the general manager role he functions from a completely different perspective. He has had to learn far more about operations than previous positions.
“It’s a new challenge trying to meld commercial and operations together but I now get to communicate more between the groups and be a conduit for everyone to be heard.”
Andrew aims to continue to grow in his role and possibly one day earn a C level position with Delta Steel, Infra-Metals or Reliance Steel and Aluminum.
Hobbies
Andrew is into all rec sports; baseball, basketball, soccer etc. However he does regularly play paintball with his 12 year old son. Andrew used to play competitively and that undoubtedly has rubbed off on his son.
Quotation
“We had nonbelievers all along the way, and I have one thing to say to those nonbelievers: Don’t ever underestimate the heart of a champion!” – Rudy Tomjanovich
Congratulations Andrew and thank you for your contribution to our team!
Jose Carreon is the Burn Department Supervisor in Houston, TX.
Jose’s time with Delta Steel began in March of 2014 but his story actually starts almost ten years prior with another Reliance Steel & Aluminum Company called Metal Supply Company. In February of 2006 Jose had returned from serving a 1 year tour in Afghanistan as a cargo specialist.
He began working for MSC as a torch burner, cutting up to 40″ beams with a hand torch.
“My military experience loading helicopters, deuce half and military trucks onto the cargo planes translated well when I entered the workforce.”
He also spent time as a processing foreman from 2013-2014. After that he moved to crane operator, which was during the merger with Delta Steel. For a short period of time he would continue working out of the old MSC facility as a second shift supervisor. Eventually Jose moved over to the main Delta Steel location in Houston, TX as a traffic assistant. There he would prepare the bills of lading for shipment as well as other tasks.
Career Growth
In 2018 Jose became the leadman for the plate processing department. His experience in the warehouse and operations lead him to pursue another opportunity as first shift receiving clerk from April 2022-2023. The culmination of his vast experience of the last 17 years lead him to be the burn department supervisor, where he oversees the plate and saw processing machines, operators, materials and prioritizing work for the shop.
“I enjoy being able to assist people and help them get what they need to get the job done. Everyday brings a new challenge and I really enjoy that.”
Jose likens his work environment to more of family atmosphere. He never thought he would be in the same place for 17 years but enjoys the people he works with. As Jose eyes his future with Delta Steel, one of his goals is to one day being in a management position such as an operations manager and plans on staying until he is ready to retire.
Hobbies
Jose has been involved in a paintball league for over 12 years now, competing in local events. He also travels frequently south of the border to spend time with his father, assisting him with his sugar cane farming. Jose’s daughter is also involved in high school freehand marching competition and ROTC.
Quotation
“You learn from the guy above you to teach the guys below you. That’s the goal, to keep on learning.”
Congratulations Jose and thank you for your contribution to our country and our team!
Brian Johnson is the Sales Manager in Ft. Worth, TX.
Brian’s time with Delta Steel began in March of 2011 when he was hired as a temp to work the press brakes. He came from an entirely different industry, albeit his time in sales at Radio Shack and managing a Dollar General Store would undoubtedly help him as his career flourished.
Retiring his three piece suit, Brian was referred to Delta Steel through a family friend and started with no experience in steel and quickly learned how to process and handle plate, a mainstay of the Ft. Worth division. Within six months Brian became a full-time processing employee and was cross trained for the press brakes and burning machines. His work ethic didn’t go unnoticed and by November he became the processing scheduler. His work covered the entire life cycle of the utility pole business.
“I essentially performed all aspects of the pole business, cradle to grave.”
Career Growth
In January 2023, Brian became sales manager for Ft. Worth.
“Working in the pole business is a departure from the normal everyday types of orders most of our locations handle and therefore requires a little bit different approach.”
Through Brian’s twelve year journey with Delta Steel, there have been several changes through out the organization. From leadership changes to new facilities and equipment.
“We have great momentum and I don’t want to loose that!”
He notes there has been a change in culture over the last several years. Brian enjoys the challenge the position brings and the complexity of the process.
“I felt I could bring the knowledge acquired over the years in the shop and apply them effectively to my new role.”
Looking towards the future, Brian is ready to rise to the occasion and/or opportunities that present themselves.
“Delta Steel is the place I plan to retire from.”
Hobbies
Brian has taken up cooking, specifically bbq and using smokers. It gives him the opportunity to continue his creativity outside of work.
Quotation
“You either serve the customer directly or serve someone who does.”
Congratulations Brian and thank you for your contribution to our team!
Wes’ pathway to Delta Steel involves several other FOC(Family of Companies within Reliance Steel and Aluminum) and very diverse geographies. He began selling steel through a sister company called Alaska Steel in May of 2011.
“We had a lot of military business back then which required knowledgeable staff to know how and where to source it.”
This was a unique model because a large portion of their sales were based on who could service the customer the best and most efficiently due to the limitations of their geographic location.
Around January 2014, in the middle of an unseasonably warm month by Alaska standards, Wes made his escape from the frozen tundra and joined American Metals Corporation in Canby, Oregon. Trading snow for rain was the order of the day but Wes embraced his new role in inside sales as well as the opportunity for growth that it afforded. It also allowed him to begin new passions, hiking and backpacking!
Here he took the skills learned with his previous company and applied them to new business segments. Wes took on selling excess prime plate for a regional mill as well as moving the bread and butter items in inventory.
Career Growth
In July 2017, Wes was looking for a way back to his family in Texas where he was born. He met with the management team at American Metals and asked if there were any opportunities within the other FOCs out there.
“I had family out in Houston and as luck would have it, Delta Steel – Houston was hiring. They worked hard to find me another home with the Reliance Family of Companies!”
Wes moved to Houston and worked as inside sales. He already knew the computer system so he was able to get started with minimal training.
Fast-forward several years to 2022 and Wes became the Sales Manager for the Delta Steel – San Antonio location. Taking on this role was not without it’s challenges. Wes now had to learn to lead a team rather than be part of it. He notes that San Antonio has a close knit camaraderie that promotes collaboration across many departments.
“I like being someone people can rely on and trust.”
Wes has many more goals to complete, one of which is to outsell the capacity of his location to the point where a larger location is needed through maximizing the potential of San Antonio.
Hobbies
Wes is an avid SCUBA diver and is currently working towards obtaining his master diver certification. He also enjoys riding bikes with his son and other fatherly duties.
Quotation
“No sympathy for the devil; keep that in mind. Buy the ticket, take the ride…and if it occasionally gets a little heavier than what you had in mind, well…maybe chalk it up to forced consciousness expansion: tune in, freak out, get beaten.” – Hunter S Thompson
Congratulations Wes on a storied career and thank you for your contribution to our team!
Anthony Huey is the Traffic Manager in Cedar Hill, TX.
Anthony’s journey with Delta started when he moved from Arizona to Texas in 2017. His father, already an existing employee of Delta, asked if he wanted to work with him and the rest is history. At that time Delta Steel was part of another Reliance Steel and Aluminum company. His starting position was 3rd shift crane operator. Anthony and the rest of the Delta team were working to blend the two cultures in an effort to accomplish the same goals and he worked closely with both the assistant operations manager as well as his father. After two years he became the 3rd shift lead man crane operator and in 2019, he was promoted to 3rd shift supervisor.
Career Growth
Anthony’s next career move took him into the office where he became the traffic supervisor in 2020. He felt some pressure to prove himself and he worked hard scheduling routes and loads for the drivers.
“Everyday is something different and I like being challenged that way.”
Since Infra-Metals became involved with the business there has been a major cultural shift in the way we work together. Anthony notes that the biggest change came by way of the Safety Program.
“There are more systems in place to keep people safe than ever before.”
Management also takes more time to interact with employees and share their appreciation for their hard work.
There are plenty of opportunities within the company. Looking to the future with Delta Steel, Anthony aspires to one day be an operations manager for one of the facilities.
Hobbies
Anthony is a part time Jiu Jitsu instructor, holding a purple belt at this time. He also wants to someday own his own gym for martial arts. Additionally he enjoys hiking and being outdoors. You can also find him mastering new smoker recipes on his Traeger.
Quotation
“You don’t lose if you get knocked down, You lose if you stay down.” – Muhammad Ali
Congratulations and thank you Anthony for your contribution to our team!
Thomas Rinyu is the Press Brake Supervisor in Ft Worth, TX.
Thomas’ journey with Delta started almost 3 years ago when he moved from Tucson, AZ back to Texas and began working as a burn operator in the Cedar Hill location in 2020. Being new to steel, he jumped in and learned the ropes very quickly. After only weeks working with his onsite mentor and supervisor, he was on his own.
“I really enjoyed making the parts and programming the machine.”
Thomas took ownership of his role and put everything into his work. Additionally, he got certified to run the forklifts.
Career Growth
Just a short year later, Thomas moved over to the Ft. Worth facility 45 minutes away. He was assigned to operate the press brakes. The Ft. Worth facility runs some of the largest press brakes in the country at 60′ in length.
“I really enjoy seeing the big utility pole shells we make go out the door and when I drive down the highway I see some of the work I’ve created and that’s very rewarding.”
After working in the processing department for a year, Thomas was promoted to Press Brake Supervisor. He now helps the team locate and pull material when needed. His time with the burning department and press brakes afford the Ft. Worth shop some additional expertise and he’s happy to help.
“I enjoy being in a leadership position and being able to give back to the shop guys by imparting the knowledge I’ve accumulated.” Now that Thomas primarily functions in a supervisor capacity he works around the shop, helping out other operators and orders consumables for the machines. He also operates as an additional quality control step for the utility poles. Being in a leadership role allows him to collaborate more with the various departments which he feels helps foster better communication.
Looking to the future, Thomas has a goal of taking on more responsibility and contributing to the overall success of the Ft. Worth team. We can’t wait to see what you do next!
Hobbies
Thomas is an avid gamer, enjoys playing Call of Duty and lifted trucks. He’s also a huge Cowboys fan.
Congratulations and thank you Thomas for your contribution to our team!
Andrew’s career in steel began when he was looking for a way out of an undesirable job running a furniture store.
Jose’s time with Delta Steel began in March of 2014 but his story actually starts almost ten years prior with another Reliance Steel & Aluminum Company called Metal Supply Company. In February of 2006 Jose had returned from serving a 1 year tour in Afghanistan as a cargo specialist.
