Dajuan Seabrooks
Team Leader
Columbia,SC
Summary
Applies critical thinking in a systematic, and consistent manner. Team Leader experienced in directing activities of workgroups. Develops strategies, provides training, sets goals and obtains team feedback. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Big picture focus with excellence in communicating goals and vision to succeed. Problem solver, networker, and consensus builder.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Team Leader
JTEKT North America
Columbia, SC
05.2023 - Current
- Provide leadership through direction to Turning department
- Schedule and work overtime as needed
- Communicate KPIs through daily standup team meetings
- Ensure compliance with corporate and plant specific policies
- Update/alter Operator work instructions
- Entrench team oriented concepts
- Identify potential violations of Environmental, Health, and Safety
- Complete production, and scrap reduction boards
- Ensure accuracy of reports from Technicians/Machine Operators
- Model exemplary professional behavior
- Cultivate positive work environment conducive for productivity
- Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings
- Managed leave requests and absences and arranged covers to facilitate smooth flow of operations
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation through Layered Process Audits
- Collected, arranged, and input information into Power BI database system
- Managed team of 14 or more production associates, and Technicians
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow (Quality, Engineering, Maintenance)
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce Setup calls and downtime
- Collaborated with other Team Leaders, Supervisors, and Managers to direct workflow and support operations
- Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement
- Perform any and all other duties assigned or tasked.
Machine Operator
JTEKT Bearings North America
Columbia, SC
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Monitor machinery in operation to identify concerns and make corrections
- Visually inspect finished goods for defects
- Consistently met target Bekido of < 80%
- Use computer equipped with RF scanner
- Reads work instructions for product specifications, dimensions, tolerances, and tooling instructions
- Provide assistance and other auxiliary functions as directed
- Perform 5S on consistent and daily basis
- Safely conduct all duties and responsibilities.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations
Line and Prep Cook
Truman's Bar and Grill
Columbia, Missour
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Cooked and prepared food in accordance with all applicable local and state regulations
- Used various and approved cooking techniques
- Followed recipes to meet required food costs and obtain uniform quality
- Utilized proper and safe knife skills
- Completed daily prep responsibilities
- Displayed high accuracy confirming orders as to reduce costs and improve customer satisfaction
- Set up and batch cook for buffets
- Maintained clean, sanitized, and safe workstations
- Received deliveries of food and supplies
- Ensured food products were received at correct temperatures, protected from contamination, and unadulterated
- Rotated items and maintained standard FIFO procedures
- Rejected any deliveries not properly received
- Handled financial transactions such as writing checks
- Lead, supervised, and trained BOH staff in standard operating procedures
- Used managerial oversight to identify risks, and make corrective actions
- Implemented cleaning schedules
- Maintained professionalism as well as politeness while interacting with customers and staff
- Communicated clearly and effectively to mitigate misunderstandings
- Completed shifts incident free
- Worked as member of team to achieve and maintain high standards of service.
Cook
Chipotle
Columbia, Missouri
06.2019 - 10.2019
- Cooked food in accordance with all applicable local and state regulations
- Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination
- Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity
- Adjusted established recipes to remove allergens or alter tastes for customer desires
- Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards
- Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations when opening and closing kitchen
- Demonstrated proficiency with kitchen equipment such as grills, griddles, and fryers
- Received food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete entire order together and serve hot
- Assisted customers in placing special orders for large-scale events such as weddings and birthday parties
- Mentored staff in expectations and parameters of kitchen goals and daily work.
Machine Operator
Tribune Publishing
Columbia, Missouri
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality
- Supported machine operators in set up and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards
- Used hand trucks, forklifts and scissor lifts to complete tasks and transport items.
Enlisted Military Police
U.S. Army
Fort Leaonard Wood, MO
02.2011 - 01.2017
- Collaborated with law enforcement investigators and court officials
- Used field equipment, devices and supplies to test surfaces for trace evidence, collect fingerprints and document findings
- Kept detailed records of evidence and evidence storage inventories
- Maintained surveillance of buildings and identified all officials and employees before authorizing entrance
- Detected and apprehended any unauthorized personnel
- Maintained accurate and detailed logs of all events during each shift
- Responded to calls in both routine and emergency situations
- Unlocked rooms and suites for authorized contractors
- Verified each individual's right to enter restricted areas and denied access to unauthorized persons
- Monitored alarm systems to detect any unauthorized entries into protected areas
- Enforced General Services Administration (GSA) policies by anticipating potential security breaches
- Delivered accurate verbal and written reports to company personnel
- Investigated all security and safety violations
- Noted and followed up on any unusual behavior
- Monitored security camera system day and night to protect lives and property
- Processed and logged accurate and detailed incident reports.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Science
Midlands Technical College
Columbia, SC 08.2023 - Current
High School Diploma - undefined
Indian River Central High School
Philadelphia, NY 09.2006 - 06/2010
Skills
Effective plannerHazard analysisMaintaining equipmentAssessing risksCritical ThinkingTroubleshootingActive listeningEmergency planningResource managementLogical reasoning
Documentation and Reporting
Safety Processes and Procedures
Overseeing Daily Activities
Work Planning and Prioritization
Performance Improvement
Certification
Open Water Diver, 06/01/21, Present
Assessments
- Food safety, Proficient, 08/01/21, Knowledge of proper food and equipment handling safety measures
- Restaurant manager, Proficient, 07/01/22, Managing restaurant staff and meeting customer expectations
- Warehouse safety, Proficient, 08/01/22, Using safe practices in a warehouse setting
Desired Position
Seeking positions within Manufacturing
Personal Information
- Military Service Branch: United States Army
- Military Service Rank: E4
Accomplishments
Successfully implemented 3rd shift operations within the Turning department
Timeline
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Science
Midlands Technical College
08.2023 - Current
Team Leader
JTEKT North America
05.2023 - Current
Machine Operator
JTEKT Bearings North America
09.2022 - 05.2023
Line and Prep Cook
Truman's Bar and Grill
10.2019 - 08.2021
Cook
Chipotle
06.2019 - 10.2019
Machine Operator
Tribune Publishing
09.2018 - 01.2019
Enlisted Military Police
U.S. Army
02.2011 - 01.2017
High School Diploma - undefined
Indian River Central High School
09.2006 - 06/2010