We Produce the Trusted Brands You Rely on
We deliver best-in-class specialty lubricant manufacturing, marketing, and distribution for the brands you trust. Our seasoned management team share decades of lubricant experience and provide a clear vision: to create long-term value, prioritizing quality and lasting impact over mere volume.
Service Overview
ZXP Technologies provides contract blending and packaging services for:
- Automotive Synthetic Oils
- Transmission Fluids
- Gear Oils
- Tractor Fluids
- Marine Oils
- Industrial Lubricant Products
Formulated To Perform
Building A Legacy of Excellence
ZXP Technologies, founded in 2007 by experienced oil professionals, builds on a manufacturing legacy dating back to the 1940s. Initially focused on high-end lubricant production for OEMs, we expanded into branded products, becoming a trusted name in the industry. As an IATF16949 certified facility, ZXP is among the select few in the country capable of shipping directly to OEMs, ensuring top-tier quality and reliability in the lubricants that power vehicles and equipment every day.
Steve McLaughlin
Chief Operating Officer
Mr. McLaughlin is responsible for the daily operations of ZXP. His prior experience includes 20 years with BP in numerous roles including Global Supply Chain – Global Manufacturing Excellence Director, where he led the global manufacturing network through the principles of Lean Manufacturing, Global Supply Chain – Americas Regional Manufacturing Director, where he was responsible for a manufacturing network that provided product supply across the Americas (USA, Canada, Central & South America) as well as the Regional Engineering Team, Regional Manufacturing Excellence Team, Regional 3rd Party Manufacturing Team, and Regional Quality Control Team.
Danny Kenyon
Commercial Vice President
Mr. Kenyon oversees sales, marketing, and account management activities. Mr. Kenyon brings years of commercial leadership in chemicals and plastics distribution. Previously he was a Product Line Management Director at Nexeo Plastics and also spent extensive time at Univar Solutions, leading North American sales teams in their chemicals Contract Packaging business. He holds a B.S. in Management from the Georgia Institute of Technology.
Madeline Yerby
Vice President of Supply Chain
Mrs. Yerby oversees Supply Chain planning, scheduling, inventory, and order fulfillment activities. As an engineer and Six Sigma Black Belt, Mrs. Yerby brings years of diverse manufacturing and supply chain experience, most recently as the Supply Chain Planning Manager and the Global Network Optimization Manager at Ascend Performance Materials.
She holds a B.S. in Chemical and Biological Engineering and an M.S. in Chemistry from the University of Alabama.
Willie Leggett
Vice President – Manufacturing
Mr. Leggett is responsible for overseeing daily operational excellence in the organization to ensure efficient and effective systems are properly implemented and executed according to the strategic imperatives. He has a diverse background having worked in various industries in the United States and an abroad, holding roles of increasing responsibility in aerospace with Group Zodiac, PepsiCo, and BP Lubricants. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from Oregon Institute of Technology and a Master’s Degree in Operation Management from the University of Southern Mississippi.
Michael Standley
VP, Information Technology
Mr. Standley oversees ZXP’s IT Operations & Infrastructure. Mr. Standley has over 20 years of experience in IT Systems management and consulting, including Data Center architecture, Network & Security Operation Center design and implementation, State and Federal IT compliance consulting and Network/Server architecture.
Natalie Vasquez Clarke
Human Resources Director
Mrs. Clarke is a professional with over 20 years of experience. She has experience in strategic management planning, performance management, employee benefits, payroll and compensation, training and development, and management coaching. Natalie holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Purdue Global and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from New Mexico State University. Natalie is a member of the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) with a Professional Human Resources (PHR) designation from the Human Resources Certification Institute (HCRI).
Patric Elders
VP of Technology
Mr. Elders oversees product design, raw material purchasing, quality control and systems, health and safety, and environmental compliance. Mr. Elders, formerly of Pennzoil and Warren Unilube, has over 30 years of experience in manufacturing, quality control, ISO systems, sales, and marketing.
Our Facilities
Our Highlands Texas plant serves as the corporate office and is located 20 miles east of downtown Houston.
