Christopher Blagg
Midland,TX
Summary
Dynamic Shop Leader with a proven track record at Patterson UTI, excelling in team mentorship and process improvement. Skilled in equipment maintenance and inventory management, I foster a culture of safety while enhancing operational efficiency. Committed to quality assurance and problem resolution, I drive performance and achieve production targets through effective collaboration.
Diligent Shop Manager with track record of efficiently managing shop operations and ensuring customer satisfaction. Proven ability to lead teams, streamline processes, and maintain high standards of quality and performance. Demonstrated expertise in inventory management and staff training.
Skilled Production Worker offering 17 years of experience in warehouse and manufacturing environments. Focused on being productive and safety-minded at all times.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Leader
Patterson UTI / MS Directional
01.2018 - 11.2025
- Led daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Mentored team members, fostering skill development and enhancing overall performance.
- Implemented process improvements, streamlining workflows for increased efficiency.
- Coordinated equipment maintenance schedules, minimizing downtime and optimizing productivity.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring availability of materials for seamless operations.
- Trained staff on best practices and compliance regulations, promoting a culture of safety.
- Collaborated with other shop leaders to develop best practices, resulting in improved performance across the organization.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth functioning of all aspects of the store.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
Floorhand
Coastal Drilling East
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Operated drilling equipment and tools to ensure efficient operations.
- Assisted in rig maintenance and safety inspections to uphold safety standards.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute daily drilling plans effectively.
- Monitored drilling parameters and adjusted equipment settings as needed.
- Reported incidents and anomalies to supervisors for immediate resolution.
- Aided in pipe handling tasks, such as lifting, moving, and connecting pipes during drilling operations.
- Carried out general manual labor activities to aid site productivity.
- Assisted in rig-up and rig-down procedures, ensuring timely project completion.
- Contributed to safe working conditions by adhering to safety protocols and regulations at all times.
- Showcased strong physical stamina throughout long shifts while remaining alert and focused on completing assigned tasks efficiently.
- Maintained clean, organized, hazard-free work areas for optimized site safety.
- Monitored shaker and mud tank operations.
- Provided assistance in assembly and disassembly of drilling rig and equipment.
- Adhered to operational safety and regulatory requirements by maintaining clean and hazard-free work space.
- Set up and broke down production equipment based on job specifications.
Shop Manager
MS Energy
05.2016 - 08.2017
- Managed daily shop operations, ensuring optimal staffing and resource allocation.
- Trained and mentored team members on product knowledge and customer service excellence.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency and reduce operational costs.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Fostered strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms for products and services.
- Led cross-functional team meetings to align objectives and improve overall shop performance.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and inviting store environment for both customers and employees by enforcing proper safety protocols and cleanliness standards.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Implemented store policies and procedures to remain compliant with corporate guidelines.
- Recruited trained, and mentored a high-performing staff, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork and collaboration.
- Evaluated employee performance through regular reviews, setting clear expectations, and offering constructive feedback for continuous development.
- Streamlined store operations by delegating tasks efficiently to team members and monitoring progress regularly.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock at all times for customer needs.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Education
GED -
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WVSkills
- Daily operations management
- Team mentorship
- Process improvement
- Workflow optimization
- Equipment maintenance
- Inventory management
- Staff training
- Performance evaluation
- Technical documentation
- Problem resolution
- Quality assurance
- Time management
- Team management
- Strong work ethic
- Problem-solving
- Hand and power tools
- Attention to detail
- Punctual and reliable
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills
- Machine operation
- Decision-making
- Warehouse operations
- Material loading and unloading
- Safety procedures
- Inventory and stocking
- Flexible schedule
- Basic math skills
- Forklift operation
- Assembly line experience
- Pallet jacks
- Teamwork
- Record keeping
- Palletizing
- Professionalism
Timeline
Shop Leader
Patterson UTI / MS Directional
01.2018 - 11.2025
Floorhand
Coastal Drilling East
09.2017 - 12.2017
Shop Manager
MS Energy
05.2016 - 08.2017
GED -
West Virginia University