Brian Colliers
Independence,KY
Summary
Results-oriented professional with extensive experience in operational analysis and equipment maintenance. Successfully implemented safety protocols and streamlined workflows, driving performance, and achieving goals across diverse teams.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
FedEx:Ground
Independence, KY
10.2023 - Current
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment for all employees.
- Coordinated with upper management and yard management trailers coming on and off the bank for smooth operational transitions.
- Cohesively managed a daily rotating team of 8 to 17 people.
- Effectively placed team members in positions based on strengths and weaknesses.
- Created an environment of respect, perseverance, and persistence within the team and within the department.
- Facilitated communication through email and radio between departments and upper management to streamline processes and resolve issues quickly.
- Reviewed operational statistics during the sort to identify areas for improvement.
- Consistently met and surpassed daily standard volume metrics to meet Hub goals.
Package Handler
FedEx:Ground
Independence, KY
11.2020 - 10.2023
- Sorted packages accurately for efficient distribution and delivery processes.
- Operated conveyor belts and machinery to facilitate package movement.
- Loaded and unloaded freight trucks while adhering to safety protocols.
- Assisted team members with heavy lifting and package handling tasks.
- Communicated effectively with team members to streamline workflow activities.
- Followed operational guidelines for handling hazardous materials safely.
- Disposed of debris and hazardous materials properly to avoid contamination.
Machinist
General Tool Company
Roeding, OH
11.2016 - 05.2019
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision components for various projects.
- Inspected finished parts for quality and adherence to specifications.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal operational performance.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot machining issues effectively.
- Assisted in setting up machine configurations for different production runs.
- Followed safety protocols and maintained a clean work environment consistently.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
- Drilled holes in parts using drill presses.
- Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
- Inspected material after completion for accurate measurements of dimensions.
Coating Technician
Richter Precision
Florence, KY
06.2016 - 11.2016
- Participant in the engineering apprenticeship program.
- Operated and maintained TD coating machines according to company specifications.
- Minimized equipment downtime through preventive maintenance procedures.
- Maintained and updated equipment logs.
- Learned fixturing techniques and orientation requirements for proper processing.
- Distributed daily workloads to plant personnel.
Machinist
Meyer Tool Inc.
Erlanger, Kentucky
04.2008 - 02.2016
- Experience with Heald grinders, 5-axis, and EDM oil machines.
- Inspected finished parts for quality and adherence to specifications.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal operational performance.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot machining issues effectively.
- Assisted in setting up machine configurations for different production runs.
- Followed safety protocols and maintained a clean work environment consistently.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
- Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
- Inspected material after completion for accurate measurements of dimensions.
Education
Oak Hills High School
CincinnatiSkills
- Team management
- Safety compliance
- Process optimization
- Operational analysis
- Equipment maintenance
- Workflow coordination
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Performance evaluation
- TD coating processes
- Grinding machine operation
- Organization
- Fast learner
- Able to lift over 100 pounds
- Multitasking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Operations Manager
FedEx:Ground
10.2023 - Current
Package Handler
FedEx:Ground
11.2020 - 10.2023
Machinist
General Tool Company
11.2016 - 05.2019
Coating Technician
Richter Precision
06.2016 - 11.2016
Machinist
Meyer Tool Inc.
04.2008 - 02.2016
Oak Hills High School