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Cody Kinney

McCalla,AL

Summary

Accomplished Training Instructor and Production Foreman with a proven track record at Warrior Met Coal, specializing in program planning and new miner instruction. Leveraged hands-on learning and multimedia integration to enhance employee performance and engagement. Expert in performance improvement, achieving significant advancements in training effectiveness, operational efficiency, and creating engaged employees.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Training Instructor

Warrior Met Coal
2024.07 - Current
  • I have created lesson plans, outlines, assessments, and evaluations for the new employee training program.
  • I have provided coaching for new employees to support their personal and professional development.
  • Worked to enhance the learning areas at the Training Center for a better learning experience.
  • I have implemented routines on day one to better prepare them for the challenges that lie ahead.
  • I have made improvements to the presentation material for the new hire training program.
  • I have established relationships with the management personnel at the mine sites.
  • Become well-versed in 30 C.F.R. Part 48.
  • I have a deep understanding of the company's needs and have trained new employees to meet those requirements.
  • I made sure to create engaged employees by implementing Gallup Engagement principles.

Production Foreman

Warrior Met Coal
2020.10 - 2024.06
  • Mentored new employees, providing them with hands-on training and guidance for successful job performance.
  • Organized weekly meetings with team members to review progress, address concerns, and set goals for continued improvement.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for professional growth opportunities.
  • Reduced machine downtime through regular equipment maintenance and staff training on proper usage.
  • Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
  • Assessed areas for any hazardous conditions and addressed any substandard conditions.
  • Ensured that work areas were compliant and met the required standards.

Production Foreman

Alliance Coal
2018.10 - 2020.08
  • Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
  • Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards.
  • Assessed hazardous conditions and corrected substandard conditions in the work areas.

Conveyor Belt Technician

Blackhawk Mining
2018.01 - 2018.09
  • Reduced downtime with proactive troubleshooting and timely resolution of conveyor belt issues.
  • Completed complex repairs on damaged conveyor belts to restore functionality and minimize production delays.
  • Completed section power and belt move-ups to continue the production process.

Equipment Operator

Booth Energy
2011.11 - 2018.01
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.

Education

Big Sandy Community & Technical College
Prestonsburg
2011.08 - 2013.05

High School Diploma -

Betsy Layne High School
Stanville, KY
06.2010

Skills

Subject matter expertise

Program Planning

Training Needs Analysis

Performance Improvement

Blended Learning

Multimedia integration

Timeline

Training Instructor

Warrior Met Coal
2024.07 - Current

Production Foreman

Warrior Met Coal
2020.10 - 2024.06

Production Foreman

Alliance Coal
2018.10 - 2020.08

Conveyor Belt Technician

Blackhawk Mining
2018.01 - 2018.09

Equipment Operator

Booth Energy
2011.11 - 2018.01

Big Sandy Community & Technical College
2011.08 - 2013.05

High School Diploma -

Betsy Layne High School
Cody Kinney