CHOCTAW PATTERSON
Seguin,TX
Summary
Results-driven professional with 8+ years of experience in leadership roles across construction and manufacturing environments. Proven expertise in managing teams, optimizing workflows, and driving operational efficiency. Skilled in overseeing construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality standards, safety compliance, and budget adherence. Experienced in supply chain management, inventory reconciliation, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies, with a Green Belt certification. Adept at analyzing operational data, solving production challenges, and implementing process improvements to enhance productivity and success. Dedicated to delivering excellence and fostering collaborative team environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Lead
Caterpillar
08.2024 - Current
- Supervise and coordinate daily activities of team members to meet production and operational goals
- Provide coaching, training, and development opportunities to team members, fostering skill growth and knowledge sharing
- Monitor team performance, conduct evaluations, and address any performance or interpersonal issues
- Conducted Inventory Reconciliation Audits (IRA) and ensured accuracy by updating parts in Plex software
- Collected and analyzed operational data to support process improvement initiatives
- Completed Green Belt training, applying Lean Six Sigma principles to optimize workflows
- Strategically established operational locations to drive efficiency and success
- Coordinated inventory management processes, including packing, documentation, and loading of parts for seamless operations
- Executed a facility-wide supply chain project, documenting all parts and corresponding square footage
- Analyzed part square footage throughout various operational stages to identify and implement space optimization opportunities
Foreman
Diamond P Contractors
01.2002 - 04.2011
- Delegated responsibilities to 15 crew members and numerous contractors based on project requirements
- Promoted worksite safety and adherence to OSHA protocols
- Managed logistics for $1.2M in international shipments
- Inspected ongoing work for quality control purposes on multi-state projects
- Resolved conflicts between crew members in fair and timely manner
- Reviewed project progress reports and made necessary adjustments to meet deadlines
Infantryman
United States Army
05.2006 - 05.2009
- Managed Communications for a group of 35 soldiers in a fast paced and high stress environment
- Integral part of 5 man reconnaissance team
- Coordinated and implemented communication protocols for platoon sized element
- Worked directly under leadership to maintain standard operating procedures
- Responsible for accountability and maintenance of $35K worth of communications equipment
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) -
University of the Incarnate Word
San Antonio, Tx05.2010
Skills
- Project Leadership
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Project Planning
Timeline
Team Lead
Caterpillar
08.2024 - Current
Infantryman
United States Army
05.2006 - 05.2009
Foreman
Diamond P Contractors
01.2002 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) -
University of the Incarnate Word
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