Cory Lambert
Huntington,WV
Summary
Accomplished Plant Manager experienced in leading production operations and implementing quality control measures. Reduced downtime and enhanced safety practices, driving significant improvements in efficiency and team performance. Deadline-driven Heavy Equipment Operator skilled in optimal operation of construction equipment and ensuring compliance with safety regulations, contributing to effective communication and site coordination.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Central Supply Company
Barboursville, WV
06.2006 - Current
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance product reliability and reduce defects.
- Led production operations to achieve optimal efficiency and minimize downtime.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing excess stock and improving turnover rates.
- Developed training programs for staff to improve safety practices and operational performance.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends, driving continuous improvement in processes and workflows.
- Oversaw maintenance schedules to ensure equipment reliability and compliance with safety standards.
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
- Balanced labor needs with production schedules to optimize workforce utilization while maintaining output targets.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
- Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
- Mentored and developed staff members, promoting professional growth opportunities within the organization.
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce defect rates and enhance product quality consistently.
- Reduced downtime for maintenance by establishing a proactive preventive maintenance program.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends in workplace injuries or near-misses; implemented corrective actions accordingly.
- Coordinated plant expansions and upgrades to accommodate increased demand while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
- Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.
- Updated logs and submitted timely reports detailing activities in line with regulatory standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Huntington High School
Huntington, WV06-2006
Skills
- Operations management
- Project management
- Production planning
- Production scheduling
- Quality control management
- Safety management
- Safety assessment
- Environmental compliance
- Waste reduction
- Cost control improvements
- Plant maintenance
- Facility management
- Team management
- Staff training
- Logistics management
- Decision-making
- Inventory and stocking
- Equipment operation
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Mechanical maintenance
- Heavy equipment operation
- Forklift operation
- Forklift experience (1 ton-30ton)
- Operations strategy
- Concrete pumping (5years)
- Concrete testing
- Process optimization
- Production efficiency
- Quality assurance
- Material handling
- Concrete Batching(5years)
- Unloading/loading barges(aggregates/I-beams)
- Safety compliance
- Operational oversight
- Resource allocation
- Warehouse management
- man lift experience
- Fleet management
- Inventory management
Accomplishments
I have been a dedicated employee for 20+ years that started shoveling under conveyors at the age of 15. I have gained lot of knowledge in the Concrete/agg business from working on the plants, trucks, equipment etc to becoming the plant manager at a successful Concrete/Agg Company.
Timeline
Plant Manager
Central Supply Company
06.2006 - Current
High School Diploma -
Huntington High School