Andrew Simmons
Mount Gilead,NC
Summary
To secure a challenging position in a reputable organization and begin a meaningful career. Highly organized and skilled in coordinating production schedules to optimize manufacturing processes. Experience in ensuring timely procurement of materials, effective inventory management, and expediting orders to meet critical deadlines. Strong problem-solving abilities and adept at improving workflow efficiency. Successfully minimized delays and contributed to consistently meeting production targets through strategic planning and execution.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Coordinator
Fiberon
New London, NC
01.2021 - Current
- Created reports on key performance indicators such as output rate, waste reduction, defects, for management review.
- Assisted in developing plans for increasing efficiency by reducing costs or streamlining processes.
- Maintained relationships with external partners involved in the supply chain process including freight carriers, customs brokers.
- Resolved any issues related to production process or equipment malfunctions quickly and efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable health, safety, environmental regulations and policies.
- Inspected quality control standards of incoming materials, in-process work, and final product output.
- Coordinated and scheduled daily production activities to ensure efficient operations.
- Managed day-to-day tasks assigned by Production Manager and Director ensuring deadlines are met consistently.
- Monitored inventory levels of raw materials and ensured timely replenishment.
- Assisted teams with data gathering and analysis to support operational decisions.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential production issues.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards of production.
Maintenance/Safety Manager
Interstate Group
Glen Lyn, VA
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Evaluated workplace environment and equipment to identify potential hazards.
- Assisted in the development of emergency response plans in case of accidents or disasters.
- Monitored employee performance to ensure safe working practices are followed.
- Inspected facilities regularly for compliance with OSHA standards.
- Performed risk assessments prior to any changes in operations or equipment modifications.
- Provided training on proper use of PPE and other safety protocols.
- Inspected company buildings and job sites to identify possible hazardous conditions and immediately remedied these issues with corrective actions.
- Established a system to track inventory of spare parts, tools and supplies.
- Prepared reports detailing the status of all jobs being handled by the department.
- Maintained records of repairs, service requests, costs.
- Recommended upgrades or modifications to existing systems based on analysis of data.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Assigned duties to workers according to their skillsets.
- Coordinated with vendors to purchase replacement parts as needed.
- Monitored the performance of all equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Resolved conflicts among employees in the maintenance department.
- Supervised installation, repair and upkeep of machinery and mechanical equipment.
- Developed preventive maintenance procedures for all machines used in production.
- Conducted regular training sessions for maintenance personnel on safety protocols and best practices.
- Managed the maintenance staff and their daily activities.
- Inspected buildings, grounds and equipment regularly for safety hazards or breakdowns.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Estimator
W.G. Simmons Construction Company
Narrows, VA
01.2010 - 01.2018
- Creates detailed reports outlining estimate assumptions used during bidding process.
- Conducts site visits when necessary to gain better understanding of scope of work prior to submitting an estimate.
- Develops quantity takeoffs from blueprints and drawings using computer-aided design systems or manual calculations.
- Prepares conceptual estimates based upon limited information available at the early stages of a project.
- Compiles data from suppliers to update material pricing databases as needed.
- Advises management regarding cost savings opportunities throughout the course of a project.
- Analyzes historical data to evaluate current projects and develop future estimating models.
- Communicates frequently with project managers regarding progress updates on bids and estimates submitted by the company.
- Attends pre-bid meetings with prospective clients as needed.
- Assists in developing scopes of work for bid packages.
- Maintains accurate records of estimated versus actual costs incurred during projects.
- Collaborates with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on estimates.
- Reviews and analyses plans, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
- Obtained bids from vendors and subcontractors to make cost-effective selections.
- Directed and negotiated change orders and claims for contractors, suppliers and architects.
- Inspected buildings to determine work needed to maintain buildings to code and desired standards.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, pricing fluctuations, and new materials and technologies.
- Solicited and collected subcontractor and vendor bids or quotations.
- Reviewed material and labor costs to help make build-or-buy decisions.
- Maintained confidentiality of client and prospective client information, protecting individual interests and business partnerships.
- Analyzed blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost and labor estimates.
- Developed and updated cost estimates by documenting relevant information into jobs in internal database.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
The University Of Virginia at Wise
Wise, VA01.2009
Associate of Science - IT w/ Networking Specialization
New River Community College
Dublin, VA01.2004
Associate of Science - General Studies
New River Community College
Dublin, VA01.2004
Skills
- Proficient in Resource Allocation
- Workflow Coordination
- Task Delegation
- Workflow Management
- Purchase Orders
- Production Reporting
- Organizing materials
- Creating purchase orders
- Client Relations
- Scheduling expertise
- Logistics Planning
- Materials Management
- Project Management
- Facilities Maintenance
- Team Leadership
- Preventive Maintenance
- Maintenance Planning
- Materials Requisition
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Equipment Inspection
- Staff Management
- Employee Scheduling
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Windows and Office
Training
- Accounting
- Technical Writing
- Business Simulation
- Strategic Management
- Keys to Success
- Quantitative Analysis w/ Spreadsheet
- Principles of Management
- Business Law
- Project Management
Campusinvolvement
- SAB (Student Activities Board)
- IGC (Internal Greek Council) Board Member
- Founding Father of the Pi Delta Chapter of Kappa Sigma at UVA Wise
- Kappa Sigma Social Chair
- Kappa Sigma National Conclave Representative
- Member of The UVA Wise Highland Cavaliers Football Team
Timeline
Production Coordinator
Fiberon
01.2021 - Current
Maintenance/Safety Manager
Interstate Group
01.2018 - 01.2021
Estimator
W.G. Simmons Construction Company
01.2010 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
The University Of Virginia at Wise
Associate of Science - IT w/ Networking Specialization
New River Community College
Associate of Science - General Studies
New River Community College
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