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Alan Rickers

Woodward,OK

Summary

With a proven track record at EDGE Services, I excel in operations management and problem-solving, driving team leadership and project success. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

EDGE Services
01.2011 - Current
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
  • Achieved higher employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.

Driller-Rig Manager

Beredco Drilling
12.2007 - 01.2011
  • Created plans for oil and gas field drilling and product recovery and treatment.
  • Coordinated and managed all rig moving operations
  • Monitored drilling operations and machines.
  • Trained and supervised all site personnel.
  • Maintained compliance requirements, work instructions and program procedures to promote safety.
  • Managed rig sub-contractors to maintain safe and efficient operations of rig equipment.
  • Led, managed and supervised drilling contractors and service company personnel in daily drilling operations, well construction and well test operations.

Shipping and Receiving Lead

National Beef Packing Company
07.2007 - 12.2007
  • Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
  • Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
  • Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
  • Stacked and stored pallets at end of shift to keep warehouse clean and organized.
  • Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.

Floor Hand, Derrick Hand, Driller

Patterson UTI Drilling
03.2004 - 07.2007
  • Performed routine equipment maintenance, resulting in fewer breakdowns and increased operational efficiency.
  • Demonstrated versatility by quickly learning new tasks as required, increasing value within the team.
  • Showcased exceptional problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges during production runs, ultimately minimizing downtime and keeping projects on track.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and reducing accidents.

Shipping and Receiving Technician

Hog Slat
02.2004 - 01.2005
  • Played an instrumental role in achieving departmental goals by consistently meeting or exceeding individual performance benchmarks.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations by maintaining a clean and hazard-free working environment for all employees.
  • Maintained accurate records of all received shipments, fostering transparency within the organization about inventory availability.
  • Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
  • Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
  • Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.

Floor Hand, Derrick Hand, Driller

Abercrombie RTD
06.2002 - 01.2004
  • Performed routine equipment maintenance, resulting in fewer breakdowns and increased operational efficiency.
  • Demonstrated versatility by quickly learning new tasks as required, increasing value within the team.
  • Improved team productivity by effectively communicating with coworkers and supervisors on project requirements.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and reducing accidents.

Education

Seward County Community College
Liberal, KS

High School Diploma -

Liberal Sr High School
Liberal, KS
01-2002

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • MS Office
  • Operations Management
  • Decision-Making
  • Production
  • Employee Motivation
  • Operations Oversight
  • Client Relationships
  • Team Leadership
  • Management
  • Project Leadership
  • Project planning and development

Timeline

Operations Manager

EDGE Services
01.2011 - Current

Driller-Rig Manager

Beredco Drilling
12.2007 - 01.2011

Shipping and Receiving Lead

National Beef Packing Company
07.2007 - 12.2007

Floor Hand, Derrick Hand, Driller

Patterson UTI Drilling
03.2004 - 07.2007

Shipping and Receiving Technician

Hog Slat
02.2004 - 01.2005

Floor Hand, Derrick Hand, Driller

Abercrombie RTD
06.2002 - 01.2004

Seward County Community College

High School Diploma -

Liberal Sr High School
Alan Rickers