Courtland Kellam
Stokesdale,NC
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Production Supervisor at Good Year Tire and Rubber. Proven expertise in machine operation and employee training, coupled with strong communication skills. Adept at ensuring safety compliance and quality assurance, consistently enhancing operational efficiency and team performance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator/Assembler and Quality inspector
Ontex
Stokesdale, North Carolina
08.2025 - Current
- Operated machinery to assemble products efficiently and accurately.
- Monitored production lines for quality and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline assembly processes.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Trained new hires on safe operating procedures and assembly techniques.
- Inspected finished products for defects before packaging and shipping.
- Followed standard operating procedures for equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with colleagues to improve existing assembly processes.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Set up and operated production machinery in accordance with prescribed procedures and guidelines.
- Performed daily maintenance of machines to ensure smooth running.
- Trained new staff members in the use of production machinery and safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of production data including quantity, type, and time frames of completed jobs.
Production Supervisor
Good Year Tire and Rubber
Danville, USA
12.2020 - Current
- Managed high temperature and high powered machines to mix materials during the initial stage of manufacturing.
- Led associates on 12-hour shifts in tire and rubber manufacturing plant, managing operations and assisting with machine operation and repair.
- Ensure proper quality checks\procedures are followed through LPA (Layered Process Audits).
- Trained employees on multiple job tasks, enhancing safety and operational efficiency.
- Ensured availability of safety guidelines and equipment, promoting compliance with work standards.
- Conducted monthly hearing audits for employee safety compliance. and safety test audits for all employees.
- Submitted work orders for damaged or non-repairable machinery to maintenance using the Mocha TN5250 green screen system.
- Processed payroll for all employees, confirming correct pay and vacation time entries.
Tree Removal and Landscaping Worker
Mr. D's Tree Removal and Landscaping
Myrtle Beach, USA
02.2020 - 12.2020
- Cut away dead, obstructive, or excess branches from trees and shrubbery
- Utilize chain saws to safely cut down limbs
- Operated various heavy machinery including dump trucks, bobcats, bucket trucks, and bulldozers.
- Collaborated with team members to design and implement landscape projects.
- Provided customer service by addressing client inquiries and concerns professionally.
- Communicated professionally with customers about their needs for landscaping services.
Correctional Officer
Green Rock Correctional Center
Chatham, USA
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Enforced rules and regulations to ensure safety, health, and protection of inmates and staff.
- Promoted rehabilitation of inmates by modifying anti-social attitudes, discouraging undesirable behavior, and encouraging participation in constructive activities.
- Oversaw daily activities of inmates in correctional facility.
- Prepared, processed, and maintained forms, reports, logs, and records to ensure accurate documentation of inmate activities.
Warehouse Supervisor
Low & Bonar
Martinsville, USA
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Supervised team to locate and pull large materials with heavy equipment for order fulfillment, actively participated in interviewing and hiring new employees.
- Certified Forklift Trainer and Operator- I have a TTT (To Train a Trainee) certification to coach/train employees to operate forklifts properly and safely.
- Managed inventory of products, ensuring materials were organized efficiently in optimal locations.
- Scheduled shipments by evaluating rates and delivery times to ensure timely dispatch.
Education
High School Graduate -
John Motley Morehead High School
Eden, North Carolina01-2007
National Business College - Information system Engineer
National Business College
Skills
- Strong Communication skills
- Machine Operator
- Excel
- Safety coordinator
- Armed Transportation
- Team collaboration
- Employee training
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Leadership
- Quality assurance
- Modifications and adjustments
- Computer skills
Timeline
Machine Operator/Assembler and Quality inspector
Ontex
08.2025 - Current
Production Supervisor
Good Year Tire and Rubber
12.2020 - Current
Tree Removal and Landscaping Worker
Mr. D's Tree Removal and Landscaping
02.2020 - 12.2020
Correctional Officer
Green Rock Correctional Center
01.2018 - 01.2020
Warehouse Supervisor
Low & Bonar
01.2014 - 01.2017
High School Graduate -
John Motley Morehead High School
National Business College - Information system Engineer
National Business College