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Blake Cooper

Lancaster,KY

Summary

I am a Shift Lead/ Operator who promotes quality assurance, issue resolution, and team collaboration. Excels at troubleshooting and supervising talented teams. Works to facilitate teams in developing action plans to address issues, and presents solutions to management.

I am an Experienced Shift Lead with a proven background in managing team operations, improving productivity, and ensuring customer satisfaction.faction.

My Strengths include strong leadership skills, ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing situations. Previous roles demonstrate impact in fostering cohesive teams, implementing process improvements and maintaining high standards of service.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Shift Lead

Sherwin-Williams Paints
Richmond, KY
10.2018 - Current
  • Leading the team in the Filling department to maintain a safe and productive environment, communicating information essential to complete goals and orders in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Worked in alliance with other departments such as Maintenance, QC Lab, Shipping, Manufacturing, and Engineering dept. to complete tasks and fix any issues.
  • Delegated tasks to employees and monitored activities and task completion.
  • Evaluated employee performance, delivering individualized feedback and praise.
  • Supervised staff during shift changes and ensured transition went smoothly.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the work area to uphold company standards.
  • Improved daily operational plans, developed production schedules, and optimized task flow.
  • Assisted Production Manager with operations game plan and company initiatives implementation.
  • Counted inventory, resolved discrepancies and completed paperwork to keep system accurate and current.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job duties.
  • Evaluated and performed equipment maintenance to support operational goals.
  • Participated in weekly meetings with management team to discuss strategies and goals.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management across multiple departments.
  • Monitored and maintained equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Handled emergency situations with composure and in accordance with company guidelines.
  • Coached team members to increase productivity and reduce workplace accidents.
  • Positioned skilled staff in key areas throughout shift to optimize department productivity.
  • Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.

Golfcourse Superintendent

Dix River Golfcourse
Stanford , KY
01.2016 - 10.2018
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with staff to discuss current projects and upcoming tasks.
  • Supervised day laborers in completing large landscaping projects.
  • Coordinated with outside contractors for major projects such as bunker renovations and tree removal and plantings.
  • Taught landscaping crew members proper techniques for mowing and different style mowers for different playing surfaces and ongoing maintenance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Cooper HomeSchool
Richmond, KY
05-2009

Some College (No Degree) - Agricultural Business

Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Task delegation
  • Safety compliance
  • Operational planning
  • Employee training
  • Cross-department collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management
  • Coaching techniques
  • Analytical skills
  • Task prioritization
  • Diplomatic and fair
  • Role modeling
  • Reliability
  • Multitasking capacity
  • Crew coordination
  • Strategic planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Continuous improvement
  • Safety processes and procedures
  • Cost reduction strategies
  • Decision-making capacity
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Shift paperwork completion
  • Attention to detail

Affiliations

  • Active member of Sherwin Williams S.W.E.A.T. Team
  • Active Member in Kaizen Projects
  • Active Member in Central Safety Committee projects
  • Active Member in 5-S projects on the production floor

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Shift Lead

Sherwin-Williams Paints
10.2018 - Current

Golfcourse Superintendent

Dix River Golfcourse
01.2016 - 10.2018

High School Diploma -

Cooper HomeSchool

Some College (No Degree) - Agricultural Business

Eastern Kentucky University

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