Brandon Nichols
Grovetown,GA
Summary
Experienced shift management professional prepared for leadership. Skilled in team coordination, problem-solving, and effective communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable, adaptable, and adept at managing changing needs. Proficient in conflict resolution, schedule management, and operational efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shift Coordinator
Austin Industries
04.2025 - Current
- Evaluated ongoing employee training requirements based on observed performance gaps and coordinated the delivery of necessary training programs to address identified needs.
- Successfully managed conflicts among staff members, resulting in improved morale and reduced workplace tension.
- Safety focused led meetings along with ideal goals for the shift duration.
- Oversaw operations, kept track of all materials needed for job performance and kept work flow at a proficient manner with safety as a primary goal.
Lead Man
Austin Industries
08.2023 - 04.2025
- Assisted in employee training, boosting their skills and knowledge base for enhanced job performance.
- Trained and mentored new employees to enable safe and efficient job performance.
- Prioritized tasks based on deadline requirements, ensuring timely completion of assignments without compromising quality.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Covered any gaps in positions if there were call outs.
- Knowledgeable and certified in all areas required.
Solutions Specialist
Austin Industries
09.2021 - 08.2023
- Streamlined operational processes and collaborated with management to implement process improvements.
- Loaded liquid product into rail cars and trucks in a timely manner with safety in mind first.
- Inspected products as part of adherence to quality standards.
- Managed diverse projects and resolved complex issues to support timely completion.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and provide effective resolutions for clients.
- Inspected products to provide quality control to maximize revenue.
- Decreased process discrepancies, proactively inspecting performance and site safety while monitoring product status.
Material Handler
Austin Industries
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Operated forklifts to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
Automotive Technician
Toyota of Concord
08.2017 - 02.2020
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Multiple ASE certifications along with multiple Toyota brand specific certifications earned in tenure.
Automotive Technician
Infiniti Of Charlotte
07.2016 - 08.2017
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Have Nissan/Infiniti specific training and certifications from NTI.
Automotive Technician
Toyota of Concord
02.2014 - 07.2016
- Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
- Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate repair estimates for various automotive issues.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Reduced vehicle downtime with meticulous preventative maintenance services, extending the life of customers'' vehicles.
Education
Technical Certificate - Automotive Diagnostics
NASCAR Technical Institute
Mooresville, NC12-2013
High School Diploma -
Harlem High School
Harlem, GA05-2012
Skills
- Multitasking proficiency
- Workplace safety
- Scheduling and planning
- Staff training and development
- Team development
- Compliance
- Technical aptitude
- Delegation techniques
Accomplishments
- Achieved Coordinator/Supervisor position in under 5 years.
- Youngest Coordinator to run shift.
Certification
- Certifications in multiple heavy equipment such as forklifts, front end loader, dump truck and track mobile.
Timeline
Shift Coordinator
Austin Industries
04.2025 - Current
Lead Man
Austin Industries
08.2023 - 04.2025
Solutions Specialist
Austin Industries
09.2021 - 08.2023
Material Handler
Austin Industries
08.2020 - 09.2021
Automotive Technician
Toyota of Concord
08.2017 - 02.2020
Automotive Technician
Infiniti Of Charlotte
07.2016 - 08.2017
Automotive Technician
Toyota of Concord
02.2014 - 07.2016
Technical Certificate - Automotive Diagnostics
NASCAR Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Harlem High School
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