Andrew Lee
Easton,MD
Summary
Motivated and driven leader with a proven track record in implementing new processes, repairing facilities, and managing innovations. Offers expertise in mechanical knowledge, repairs, and maintenance. Skilled in troubleshooting and project management to drive facility improvements.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grain Terminal Manager
Perdue Agribusiness LLC
Salisbury, MD
07.2022 - Current
- Overseeing a grain terminal with 9.5 million bushels of upright and 3.1 million bushels of ground storage capacity
- Handled Yellow Soybeans, Plenish Soybeans, Soft Red Wheat, Yellow Corn, and Barley
- Handles extensive truck volume while managing simultaneous unloading operations
- Handled logistics for a facility with 5 receiving pits and multiple grain dryers, including process and tower types
- Implemented solutions like continuous level monitors, grain spreaders, scales, magnets, probes, and temperature monitoring
- Updated existing procedures to enhance efficiency
- Rendered policies from English to Spanish and Haitian Creole
- Evaluated options and secured resources optimizing terminal functions
- Resolved decade-long issue causing dryer fires
- Directed significant repair and maintenance endeavors to restore facility standards
- Conducted regular staff evaluations to monitor performance
- Oversaw the unloading and loading of cargo from barges, unit trains, trucks
- Conducted training sessions on safety protocols
- Leveraged Maximo software for efficient issue resolution
- Coordinated with suppliers on delivery timelines
- Utilized Maximo software to process purchase requests and orders
- Implemented efficiency optimization strategies across departments
- Developed procedures to meet regulatory and organizational standards
- Supervised and hired team of professionals
- Devised methods to enhance production efficiency
- Blended off-grain effectively to enhance profitability
- Optimized coordination between transportation, merchandising, and maintenance teams
Grain Terminal Production Supervisor
Perdue Agribusiness LLC
Salisbury, MD
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Managed team ensuring efficient grain receiving, drying, storing and distributing
- Developed and upheld safety standards in compliance with various regulations
- Provided consistent and equitable grading
- Oversaw grain quality maintenance during storage
- Collaborated with grain merchandising department for timely transportation of grain
- Performed regular maintenance on receiving and storage equipment, boosting availability
- Completed individual projects per established guidelines, boosting facility efficiency
- Developed targeted training sessions covering job-specific, safety, and environmental procedures
Grain Crew Leader
Perdue Agribusiness LLC
Salisbury, MD
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Assisted facility manager with operations oversight
- Upheld company policies to maintain safe working conditions for all associates
- Oversaw crews' tasks and coordinated operations within the grain facilities
- Mentored staff for versatile role fulfillment
Grain Elevator Operator
Perdue Agribusiness
Easton, MD
10.2018 - 12.2020
- Controlled machinery related to the processing and drying of grain
- Handled set-up, inspection, and calibration of grain testing equipment following required procedures
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance in facility
- Collected, assessed, and evaluated grain samples from incoming/outgoing shipments
- Weighed and graded inbound grain shipments per procedures
- Executed tasks following company policies for safety and environmental compliance
- Generated regular inventory reports
Education
Business Administration and Management -
Florida Institute of Technology-Melbourne
Melbourne, FLAdvanced Grain Elevator Operations Management Program -
Iowa State University
Six Sigma Black Belt Certification -
Six Sigma Online
Grain Elevator Equipment Maintenance Certification -
Grain Elevator and Processing Society
PDP & Goal Setting -
Perdue Learning University
Grain Bin Rescue -
Perdue Agribusiness LLC
LinkedIn Learning
Skills
- Technical Writing
- Knowledge of FMCSA, EPA, and OSHA Standards
- Effective Delegation
- Staff Leadership
- Regulatory Compliance
- Operations Management
- Staff Training and Development
- Policy Implementation
- OSHA Regulations
- Transportation Planning
- MS Office Suite
- Maintenance and Repair of Equipment
- Schematic Interpretation
- Elevator maintenance
- Safety awareness
- Mechanical expertise
- Conveyor Systems
- Preventive Lubrication Techniques
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Proficient in Power Tool Operation
- Installation Process Management
- Painting
- Project Management
- Documentation Management
- Consistent Dependability
- Technical Equipment Troubleshooting
- Quality Control
- Effective Organizational Skills
- Self-Motivation
- Effective Time Management
- Effective Task Management
- Critical Analysis
- Process Optimization
- Detail-Oriented Mindset
Certification
- Essential Business Communication Skills Professional Certificate, Linked In
- Firefighter I, Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute, 12/12/08
- CPR & AEO Program, Talbot County EMS, 01/20/09
- Private Pilot Fixed Wing Land, Federal Aviation Administration, 11/10/07
- Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic, Federal Aviation Administration, 04/07/09
- Skid Steer Operator Certification, OSHA
- Permit Required and Non-Permit Required Confined Space Certification, OSHA
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Grain Terminal Manager
Perdue Agribusiness LLC
07.2022 - Current
Grain Terminal Production Supervisor
Perdue Agribusiness LLC
06.2021 - 07.2022
Grain Crew Leader
Perdue Agribusiness LLC
12.2020 - 06.2021
Grain Elevator Operator
Perdue Agribusiness
10.2018 - 12.2020
Business Administration and Management -
Florida Institute of Technology-Melbourne
Advanced Grain Elevator Operations Management Program -
Iowa State University
Six Sigma Black Belt Certification -
Six Sigma Online
Grain Elevator Equipment Maintenance Certification -
Grain Elevator and Processing Society
PDP & Goal Setting -
Perdue Learning University
Grain Bin Rescue -
Perdue Agribusiness LLC
LinkedIn Learning
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