Bobby Harless
Johnson City,TN
Summary
High-performing professional with several years of experience delivering successful improvements for business operations, profitability and team development. Resourceful project manager and compliance specialist to thrive in fast-paced and changing environments. Dedicated to sustaining operational accuracy and delivering results for optimal profitability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Control Tower Manager
Eastman Chemical Company
Kingsport, T
07.2024 - Current
- Provided leadership during times of job scope change or crisis situations.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
Work Execution Team Manager
Eastman Chemical Company
Kingsport , TN
10.2022 - 07.2024
- Created a positive work environment by setting clear expectations and providing resources necessary for success.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve team performance.
- Coached team for success by using corrective action processes.
Pipe Shop Team Manager
Eastman Chemical Company
Kingsport, TN
07.2021 - 10.2022
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Initiated a rotational weekend on-call process to provide after-hours site coverage.
Instrument Shop Scheduler
Eastman Chemical Company
Kingsport, TN
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Initiated Planning and Scheduling in the Instrument Shop
- Lead, trained and mentored new Planner Roles in the Instrument Shop.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Determined the most efficient timeline for completing a given scheduled job while ensuring optimal resource utilization.
- Communicated schedule changes effectively throughout the organization when necessary.
TPA Shutdown Planner
Eastman Chemical Company
Kingsport, TN
02.2019 - 06.2019
- Planned and Scheduled the 2019 TPA Spring Shutdown
- Managed timelines for completion of tasks assigned by upper management, operations and turnaround team.
- Lead team meetings and coordinated all resource needs for the Spring Shutdown.
Education
Industrial Repair-Electrical & Instrumentation
United States Department of Labor
Kingsport, TN01-1996
Skills
- Workforce Management
- Performance Management
- Business Development
- Operations Management
- Staff Development
- Financial Management
Affiliations
- Member of Grace Fellowship Church since 2010
- Active volunteer in the Nursery and Student Ministry
- Foster Parents with Holston Family Services 2016-2018
Timeline
Control Tower Manager
Eastman Chemical Company
07.2024 - Current
Work Execution Team Manager
Eastman Chemical Company
10.2022 - 07.2024
Pipe Shop Team Manager
Eastman Chemical Company
07.2021 - 10.2022
Instrument Shop Scheduler
Eastman Chemical Company
06.2019 - 06.2021
TPA Shutdown Planner
Eastman Chemical Company
02.2019 - 06.2019
Industrial Repair-Electrical & Instrumentation
United States Department of Labor
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