Colby M. McCoy
Ona,WV
Summary
A goal-oriented and self-motivated professional with experience in overseeing production operations and leading high-performing teams. Proven track record of implementing process improvements that enhance productivity and reduce costs. Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic initiatives that improve efficiency, quality, and profitability. Skilled in fostering a safety, quality, and continuous improvement culture while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Strong communicator, adept at mentoring and developing talent to achieve organizational goals and drive operational excellence.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
S.M.A.R.T. Instructor
Marshall University
Huntington, West Virginia
06.2025 - Current
- Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student participation.
- Utilized educational technology to support interactive learning experiences.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop curriculum improvements.
- Mentored junior instructors on effective teaching strategies.
- Organized workshops to promote professional development among staff.
- Implemented innovative teaching techniques to foster critical thinking skills.
- Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance learning experience.
- Adapted teaching methods based on the physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities of students.
- Attended meetings, training and activities to enhance skills and credentials.
- Evaluated performance of students and made provisions to meet learning needs.
- Encouraged students' critical thinking skills by facilitating classroom discussions.
- Implemented instructional materials and curriculum to meet specific program needs.
- Prepared instruction through lesson plans to address student's assessed needs, goals and objectives.
- Provided individualized instruction to students to improve their academic performance.
- Collaborated with other instructors on curriculum development projects and interdisciplinary initiatives.
- Created a positive learning environment by establishing open communication with students, parents and colleagues.
- Coordinated and facilitated training, encouraging group participation and ownership.
- Utilized multimedia technologies such as audio-visual equipment, computers or video projectors when teaching classes.
- Incorporated current events into lessons in order to engage student interest in real world applications.
- Performed assessments focused on long and short-term student needs to develop individualized education program.
- Evaluated effectiveness of instructional materials including textbooks, software programs or handouts.
- Maintained accurate records to comply with federal, state and local standards.
- designed and prepared learning plans for companies across 22 states to implement for workforce development and growth.
Alloy Tradesman
Special Metals Corporation
Huntington, USA
07.2008 - Current
- Select and prepare various alloys for manufacturing processes, ensuring proper handling and adherence to specifications.
- Coordinate and communicate with cross-functional teams, providing leadership in high-pressure environments to meet project deadlines without compromising safety or quality.
- Operate a wide range of heavy machinery and basic tools, such as lathes, milling machines, and welding equipment, to complete precision work on alloy materials according to design specifications.
- Apply knowledge of materials, chemicals, and formats of safety protocols and solution handling, ensuring workplace safety and environmental compliance.
- Conduct routine preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment to diagnose and repair mechanical issues to prevent equipment failures, minimize downtime, and improve performance.
- Read and interpreted engineering blueprints and technical drawings to execute the manufacturing process efficiently.
- Inspect finished products and raw materials to ensure quality standards and specifications compliance.
Casting Manager
Constellium
Ravenswood, USA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Supervised crews across four shifts with a total of over 100 hourly employees.
- Oversaw daily operations of production across 5 casting stations, including 6 melting furnaces, 5 holding hearths, 3 drying stations, and managed 20+ pieces of mobile equipment and 6 overhead cranes with 35+ operators per shift.
- Optimized operational efficiency by ensuring lean cost-effectiveness and adherence to daily and monthly maintenance schedules, meeting operational standards.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement in 5S and 6S practices to enhance the working environment and employee safety while working as a reliability, sustainability, procurement, and personnel manager.
- Managed maintenance and preventive maintenance programs for facility equipment, ensuring operational readiness and efficiency.
Industrial Cleaner
Service Master Co
Huntington, USA
02.2008 - 07.2008
Team Member
Manpower
Teays Valley, USA
10.2007 - 02.2008
Janitor
Lakin State Hospital
West Columbia, USA
06.2007 - 10.2007
Crew Member
Wendy's
Saint Marys, USA
11.2004 - 06.2005
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Business Leadership Management
01.2024
General Studies - AP Sciences and Technologies
USF online
01.2024
High School Diploma - General and AP Studies
Point Pleasant High School
Point Pleasant, WVHigh School Diploma - General AP Studies
St. Mary's High School
St. Mary's, WVSkills
- Strategic Planning
- Procurement
- Resource Allocation
- Supply Chain Management
- Production Planning
- Inventory Control
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Project Scope Definition
- Timeline Development
- Budget Management
- Quality Standards
- Melting Facilities Operations
- Aluminum Operations
- Alloy Steel Operations
- Preventive Maintenance
- Predictive Maintenance
- Industrial Operations
- Overhead Crane Operations
- Heavy Equipment Operations
- Team Building
- Leadership
- Kaizen Design
- Kaizen Implementation
- Customer Relations
- Fabrication
- Design
- Masonry
- Carpentry
- Technology Savvy
- Communication Skills
- People Skills
- Industrial Cleaning
- Air/Sandblasting
- Minor Hazmat Cleaning
- Extreme Temperature Exposure
- Manual Labor
- Chemical Exposure
- Problem Solving
- Team Player
- 5S
- 6S
- SAP Proficient
References
- Rick Justice, Direct Line Supervisor, 740-237-2035
- Kris Dixon, Supervisor, 503-501-6915
- Travis Schmidt, Supervisor, 304-942-7384
Professional Attributes
A goal-oriented and self-motivated professional with experience in overseeing production operations and leading high-performing teams. Proven track record of implementing process improvements that enhance productivity and reduce costs. Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic initiatives that improve efficiency, quality, and profitability. Skilled in fostering a safety, quality, and continuous improvement culture while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Strong communicator, adept at mentoring and developing talent to achieve organizational goals and drive operational excellence., Preventive & Predictive Maintenance, Industrial Operations (Aluminum & Alloy Steel), Overhead Crane & Heavy Equipment Operations, Team Building & Leadership, Kaizen Design & Implementation, Customer Relations & Procurement, Fabrication & Design, Masonry & Carpentry, Technology Savvy, Communication and People skills, Industrial cleaning, Air/Sandblasting, Minor Hazmat Cleaning, Extreme Temp Exposures, Manual Labor, Chemical exposure, Problem Solving, Team Player, 5S and 6S/Kaisen, SAP Proficient, Six Sigma Management/Lean Management Program, Black Belt Certified, OSHA Certified
Timeline
S.M.A.R.T. Instructor
Marshall University
06.2025 - Current
Casting Manager
Constellium
01.2022 - 05.2022
Alloy Tradesman
Special Metals Corporation
07.2008 - Current
Industrial Cleaner
Service Master Co
02.2008 - 07.2008
Team Member
Manpower
10.2007 - 02.2008
Janitor
Lakin State Hospital
06.2007 - 10.2007
Crew Member
Wendy's
11.2004 - 06.2005
Bachelor's Degree - Business Leadership Management
General Studies - AP Sciences and Technologies
USF online
High School Diploma - General and AP Studies
Point Pleasant High School
High School Diploma - General AP Studies
St. Mary's High School
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