Charles Haywood
Duncanville
Summary
Results-driven Group Leader with a strong focus on process improvement, training development, and compliance oversight. Proven track record in resource management and team motivation, driving efficiency and collaboration across projects.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Leader
Mercedes Benz
Tuscaloosa
11.2004 - Current
- Led team meetings to align project goals and timelines.
- Coordinated cross-functional collaboration to enhance product development.
- Managed resource allocation for optimal workflow efficiency.
- Developed training programs to enhance team skills and performance.
- Oversaw compliance with safety standards and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline operations and reduce waste.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices and professional growth strategies.
- Worked with other group leaders to identify and resolve issues between teams.
- Provided assistance with conflict resolution among team members.
- Kept areas clean, neat, and inspection-ready to comply with product guidelines.
- Identified training needs for group members; provided instruction when appropriate.
- Assisted newly hired team members by explaining company procedures and safety requirements.
- Communicated objectives and implementation tactics to meet organizational goals.
- Motivated teams to reach their highest potential by setting achievable goals.
- Coached and developed direct reports to lead problem-solving activities.
- Managed resources and delegated tasks to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Implemented improved initiatives to optimize safety and quality.
- Facilitated creative problem solving sessions to generate innovative solutions to challenges.
- Encouraged team members to take initiative in their roles by offering rewards for going above expectations.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with team members, providing constructive criticism when necessary.
- Enforced organizational policies while creating an environment that encourages open dialogue.
- Organized team-building activities to foster collaboration and boost morale.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hale County High
Moundville, AL05-1993
Skills
2026 currently GL over 33 and night shift DD
- 2019 promoted to GL in body shop
- 2018 promoted to TL in body shop
- 2021 star GL in body shop acting as night shift E4 and was in charge of night shift production2
- Process improvement
- Compliance oversight
- Safety standards
- Training development
- * Worked in assembly 1 & 2 as a TM,TL and GL
- On the 166 project for E-phase in 2009 and promoted to GL during this time
- Problem solving
- 2017 transferred to body shop
Timeline
Group Leader
Mercedes Benz
11.2004 - Current
High School Diploma -
Hale County High