Robert Wagoner
Founder & PresidentA veteran builder with extensive background in conventional construction, Robert spearheads company vision, structural innovations, and turnkey container modular standards.
Proven Experience · Founded 2015
Engineering Precision & Master Craftsmanship
Custom Container Living was established in 2015 by Robert Wagoner, driven by deep expertise in residential construction and a strong dedication to structural innovation. Drawing from decades in traditional stick-built housing, Robert recognized that repurposed Corten steel containers offered superior strength, accelerated build timelines, and unparalleled seismic and weather resilience.
Our centralized Butler, Missouri manufacturing facility brings together architectural design, precision metal fabrication, MEP engineering, certified cabinetry, and comprehensive quality control under one roof. For commercial developers, government agencies, and global procurement teams, this unified facility eliminates fragmented subcontractors and guarantees strict adherence to international building codes.
Leadership & Technical Department Leads
Our Container Building Specialists
Meet the multidisciplinary professionals dedicated to translating your architectural blueprints into turnkey, modular reality.
Rachell Brooks
HR & Office ManagerDirects organizational logistics, personnel development, and daily plant operations, ensuring rigorous workplace compliance, safety, and operational excellence.
Haidyn Ramsey
Director of Design & QCOversees architectural layouts, 3D modular modeling, and rigorous multi-stage quality control checks to meet state, national, and international building codes.
Jonathan Farmer
Cabinet Shop DirectorLeads our specialized millwork division, handcrafting custom moisture-resistant cabinetry and custom interior carpentry tailored precisely for compact steel architecture.
Trey Schoor
Operations ManagerCoordinates supply chain synchronization, production scheduling, and lean assembly-line modifications to guarantee on-time project completion.
Jacki Simpson
Director of InventoryManages global procurement of high-grade ISO Corten containers, specialized structural metals, and MEP assemblies to maintain uninterrupted production pipelines.
Bryce Smith
Director of SalesPartners with enterprise developers, municipal agencies, and residential buyers to structure optimized modular engineering packages and delivery roadmaps.
Tom Witter
Inside Sales & LeasingAssists corporate and commercial clients with ready-to-ship stock evaluations, customized commercial leasing configurations, and technical cost-benefit models.
Joseph Coleman
Production ManagerSupervises factory floor execution across steel reinforcement, insulation barriers, sub-floor systems, and integrated MEP infrastructure installations.
Roddy Ramirez
Production Team LeadOversees structural modifications, certified welding standards, and precision window/door penetrations, ensuring full envelope integrity.
Jessy Morgan
Production Team LeadLeads interior drywall, luxury trim assembly, and weatherproofing finishes, upholding strict aesthetic and durability benchmarks across all units.
Darryl Lawrence
Off-Grid Systems ExpertDesigns autonomous utility infrastructure, integrating solar inverter networks, high-efficiency battery banks, rainwater harvesting, and off-grid waste solutions.
Leadership Spotlight
Bryce Smith — Solutions-Focused Leadership
Beginning as an Outside Sales Representative and advancing rapidly to Director of Sales, Bryce embodies Custom Container Living's core mission: translating complex client challenges into streamlined, modular building solutions.
Whether navigating multi-unit workforce housing contracts or structuring bespoke ADU residential developments, Bryce works hand-in-hand with buyers, architects, and site contractors to ensure technical requirements are met on budget and on schedule.
The CCL Advantage
Why International & Domestic Buyers Choose Us
Combining traditional residential construction values with modern prefabricated engineering.
Proven Craftsmanship
Founded on high-end custom home construction principles, we build every modified container with certified framing, premium insulation, and durable commercial finishes.
Full In-House Execution
From initial CAD layouts and CNC cutting to electrical plumbing rough-ins and final interior cabinetry, our multidisciplinary team handles the complete build under one roof.
Certified & Code-Compliant
Our container structures are engineered to meet strict modular certification benchmarks, easing local zoning approvals, site permitting, and commercial procurement financing.