Benjamin Ramsey
Boones Mill,VA
Summary
Dynamic leader with success spearheading tactical planning and leading teams through diverse operational requirements. Skilled trainer and mentor to subordinate personnel to improve productivity and technical understanding while maximizing team performance. Good communicator and planner with excellent problem-solving and organizational abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Yokohama Tire
Salem, VA
01.2024 - Current
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, guaranteeing consistent product output that met or exceeded customer expectations.
- Upheld high-quality standards while meeting tight deadlines during periods of increased demand.
- Enhanced production efficiency by performing routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Precision Pipeline LLC
Rocky Mount, VA
09.2023 - Current
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
Corrections Officer
Liberty County Sheriff's Office
Hinesville, GA
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Maintained daily logs of shift activity.
- Maintained correct physical head count for inmates.
- Conducted thorough cell searches to uncover contraband and other materials not allowed at facility.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
Armorer
US Army
Fort Stewart, GA
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Troubleshot malfunctions and diagnosed issues to service equipment quickly and fully.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs, and maintenance plans to document work completed.
Team Leader
Army
Fort Stewart, GA
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional leadership.
- Used active listening and effective communication to alleviate issues between personnel members.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Ran diagnostics on heating and cooling systems to trace faults and completed skilled repairs.
- Examined and adjusted protective guards, loose bolts and specified safety devices.
Team Leader
US Army
Fort Riley , KS
07.2017 - 09.2020
- Maintained rifles, machine guns, mortars and hand grenades, verifying weapon locations and supporting magazine operations.
- Led infantry team in combat operations, providing tactical guidance for individuals with varying strengths.
- Directed supporting gunfire to suppress enemy attacks and allow troops to maneuver within action area.
- Led detailed trainings on weapons systems for subordinates, enhancing overall team safety and cohesion.
- Trained and mentored new platoon members, providing assistance when needed and advising on how to perform daily duties.
- Operated targeting and firing systems following superior's orders.
- Completed maintenance and repairs on tracks and adjacent equipment.
- Adjusted previously laid track parts to promote long-term maintenance objectives and maintain safety targets.
- Inspected parts of tracks to identify areas needing repair or maintenance service.
- Lubricated machines, changed oil and filled hydraulic reservoirs to specified levels.
Team Lead
Plygem Windows
07.2016 - 02.2017
- Monitored team progress and enforced deadlines.
- Rotated through series of different stations based on team needs.
- Implemented performance, quality, and efficiency measures to achieve aggressive production goals.
- Assessed, motivated and empowered team members to work to build customer satisfaction and loyalty, to support retention and growth.
Education
Basic Leader's Course
Korea03.2021
Transportation
Fort Riley, KS03.2018
High School Diploma -
Franklin County High School
Rocky Mount, VA05.2016
Skills
- Component Repairs
- Inventory Oversight
- Taking Precise Measurements
- Microsoft Office
- Soldier Oversight and Command
- Land Navigation
- Conduct Standards
- Stress Management
- Field Training
- Company Activity Coordination
- Verbal Reports
- Heavy Anti-armor Weapons
Timeline
Machine Operator
Yokohama Tire
01.2024 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Precision Pipeline LLC
09.2023 - Current
Corrections Officer
Liberty County Sheriff's Office
08.2022 - 09.2023
Armorer
US Army
01.2021 - 08.2022
Team Leader
Army
09.2020 - 01.2021
Team Leader
US Army
07.2017 - 09.2020
Team Lead
Plygem Windows
07.2016 - 02.2017
Basic Leader's Course
Transportation
High School Diploma -
Franklin County High School