Daniel Kovalick
Canton,Georgia
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong background in operations management, known for implementing safety measures and enhancing team performance. Committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Supervisor
S&T Metals
01.2020 - 07.2026
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and reduced downtime.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored team members, enhancing overall productivity and efficiency.
- Coordinated inventory management, optimizing stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Performed cycle counts.
- Delivered equipment to job site when needed.
Shop Supervisor
YRC Freight
05.2018 - 12.2019
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and company policies.
- Enhanced skills, performance, and team efficiency by adopting strategic mentoring/training initiatives for junior staff.
- Supervise technician's, selecting work by experience and training as needed.
- Coordinate repair of equipment at outside vendor locations and inspect work upon completions.
- Inspect internal repairs for adherence to company specs.
- Audit repair orders for correct time and parts for type of repair performed.
- Stay current on equipment specifications and maintenance policies
- Work with dock, line haul and city operations to assure proper power is in place as needed.
- Continually provide needed safety and maintenance training to staff as needed
Regional Maintenance Manager
Budget
04.2015 - 04.2018
- Oversaw maintenance operations across multiple regional locations, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs, reducing equipment downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Coordinated with vendors for timely procurement of parts and services, optimizing maintenance budgets.
- Managed the procurement of parts, materials, tool and services for maintenance operations
- Trained and mentored maintenance staff on best practices and safety protocols, improving team performance.
- Performed regular inspection of facilities, machinery and equipment in order to identify problems or areas requiring repair or replacement.
- Provided leadership and direction to regional maintenance staff ensuring compliance with safety and operational policies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lowell Senior High
Lowell, MISkills
- Operations management
- Process improvement
- Performance monitoring
- Inventory
- Safety oversight
- Staff supervision
- Team Training
- Employee development
- Work assignment
Timeline
Operations Supervisor
S&T Metals
01.2020 - 07.2026
Shop Supervisor
YRC Freight
05.2018 - 12.2019
Regional Maintenance Manager
Budget
04.2015 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Lowell Senior High