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Austin Callaway

Lizella,GA

Summary

Exceptional Operations Manager focused on successful team building, cost-cutting and operational improvements. Determined to cut costs without impacting quality of products and services. Reliable team player committed to building high-performing teams.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Tank Yard Maintenance Supervisor

Mr. Chips
01.2025 - Current
  • Supervised maintenance team to ensure timely completion of repairs and preventive tasks.
  • Implemented effective maintenance schedules to optimize equipment performance and minimize downtime.
  • Conducted regular inspections to identify areas for improvement in facility upkeep and safety compliance.
  • Analyzed equipment failures to implement corrective actions, reducing recurring issues by streamlining processes.
  • Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
  • Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.

General Foreman

Fink Cable Company
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Supervised daily operations of cable installation projects, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
  • Coordinated work schedules for crews, optimizing resource allocation and project timelines.
  • Trained and mentored new team members on equipment usage and installation techniques.
  • Conducted regular site inspections to ensure quality control and compliance with industry standards.
  • Implemented best practices for equipment maintenance, reducing downtime and repair costs.
  • Collaborated with project managers to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency.

Logistics Supervisor

Mr. Chips
08.2022 - 08.2024
  • Oversaw daily logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of products.
  • Monitored performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and ensure adherence to standards.
  • Fostered relationships with vendors to negotiate favorable terms and enhance service quality.
  • Conducted regular audits of logistics operations, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
  • Coordinated daily logistics activities for timely order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
  • Resolved any issues arising from shipment discrepancies or damaged items promptly, minimizing impact on overall operations.
  • Developed strong relationships with key clients through frequent communication and exceptional service delivery.
  • Streamlined supply chain operations to enhance efficiency and reduce lead times.

Dispatch Supervisor

Mr. Chips
04.2022 - 08.2022
  • Supervised dispatch operations, ensuring timely deliveries and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Coordinated with drivers to optimize delivery routes and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Implemented training programs for new dispatch staff, promoting best practices and adherence to standards.
  • Analyzed dispatch data to identify trends, improving overall service quality and response times.
  • Developed contingency plans for logistics challenges, minimizing disruptions in service delivery.
  • Led performance reviews for dispatch team members, fostering professional development and accountability.
  • Managed daily workloads, ensuring all available personnel were utilized effectively to meet service demands.

Operations Manager

C And A Transportation
01.2021 - 02.2022
  • Increased profit by streamlining operations.

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  • Reviewed operations reports to understand numbers and trends.
  • Identified procedure or process changes required to improve performance and productivity.
  • Formulated processes to reduce downtime and financial loss.

Dispatch Manager

C And A Transportation
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Conferred with customers to address questions, problems and requests for service or equipment to allocate dispatch coverage during peak service times and during employee shortages.
  • Reported to management operational activities and maintained current records.
  • Tracked and reviewed charts, graphs, schedules and other statistics to to maximize on-time performance, minimize customer wait times and service disruptions.
  • Drove sales by delivering expert customer service support for escalated, ongoing or specialized issues.
  • Motivated staff to deliver high-level dispatch support while successfully meeting departmental goals.
  • Evaluated current operational processes to help develop, implement and improve practices.
  • Facilitated communications between customers and field personnel to answer questions or resolve concerns.
  • Responded to over 150 daily caller requests with information about assistance and timeframes.
  • Received new orders, prepared documentation and assigned personnel.

Shop Manager

C And A Transportation
11.2016 - 01.2021
  • Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
  • Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment.
  • Trained and coached employees to improve performance and skills.
  • Verified safe and proper operation of wide range of power tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
  • Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
  • Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
  • Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.

Education

Central Fellowship Christian Academy
Macon, GA
05.2011

Skills

  • Solutions Development
  • Policies and Procedures Implementation
  • Cost Reduction Strategies
  • Team Leadership
  • Work flow planning
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Procurement and sales
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Unsurpassed work ethic
  • Logistics Management
  • Staff Management
  • Data analysis
  • Operations management
  • Cost reduction and containment
  • Budgeting

Timeline

Tank Yard Maintenance Supervisor

Mr. Chips
01.2025 - Current

General Foreman

Fink Cable Company
08.2024 - 12.2024

Logistics Supervisor

Mr. Chips
08.2022 - 08.2024

Dispatch Supervisor

Mr. Chips
04.2022 - 08.2022

Operations Manager

C And A Transportation
01.2021 - 02.2022

Dispatch Manager

C And A Transportation
01.2020 - 01.2021

Shop Manager

C And A Transportation
11.2016 - 01.2021

Central Fellowship Christian Academy