Chris Williams
Mooresville,IN
Summary
Operations professional with proven track record in optimizing processes and driving efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration, strategic planning, and achieving measurable results. Adept at adapting to changing needs and leading cross-functional teams. Skilled in project management, process improvement, and resource allocation. Dependable and results-driven, known for enhancing operational performance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
ABF
05.2023 - Current
- Streamlined operational processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing turnaround times.
- Implemented inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
- Led cross-functional teams to improve service delivery and operational effectiveness.
- Developed training programs for staff, fostering skill development and performance improvement.
- Analyzed workflow data to identify bottlenecks, proposing solutions for process enhancements.
- Established quality control measures, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Coordinated logistics operations, optimizing routes and reducing transportation costs.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance collaboration and operational synergy.
- Act as a liaison between inbound manager and city operations manager ,managing 40-60 employees as well as reported to upper management daily .
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
ARCA Recycling Inc
06.2014 - 02.2023
- Effectively manage 50+ employees from the director of transportation to facility managers, warehouse staff, drivers, helpers and contractors.
- Promoted from Facility Manager to Regional Manager to Director of Operations for exceeding expectations and demonstrating strong operational knowledge.
- Develop and improve measurement and control system to ensure highly effective performance in the areas of productivity, quality and cost containment.
- Lead a team in obtaining new contracts in two key states which ultimately led to a 40% increase in compensation.
- Key contributor in the development of a safety strategy which ultimately lead to a savings of more than $250,000 yearly.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to analyze and conceptualize business solutions to improve processes and achieve client satisfaction.
INDUSTRIAL PAINTER
Hartman Walsh
04.2010 - 05.2014
- Lead a team of 4-10 professionals in a variety multi million dollar resurfacing projects throughout the country.
- Managed and completed several complex projects each year and provided management with daily progress updates as well as challenges and a plan to overcome them.
- Maintained zero accidents or incidents throughout my employment through thorough daily safety training.
- Obtained proper permits and certifications for projects and finish specifications from work orders and communication from upper management.
- Implement process improvements and procedures which maximized safety and quality as well as a reduction in overall expense.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jerseyville Community High
Jerseyville, IL06-1990
Skills
- Operational Efficiency and Safety
- Business Management
- Quality Assurance
- Overseeing Personnel
- Materials Planning and Logistics
- Price Structuring
- Cost Control
- Operational Leadership
- Leadership Training
- Facility Improvement
- P&L Administration
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Operations management
- Customer service
- Operational efficiency
Certification
AHAM – NARDA Refrigerant Recovery Certification
Timeline
Operations Manager
ABF
05.2023 - Current
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
ARCA Recycling Inc
06.2014 - 02.2023
INDUSTRIAL PAINTER
Hartman Walsh
04.2010 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Jerseyville Community High