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David Paul

Chapel Hill,TN

Summary

Dynamic Crew Leader with extensive experience at Bridgestone Manufacturing, skilled in crew management and safety enforcement. Proven track record in enhancing team productivity and morale through effective motivation techniques and performance evaluations. Adept at multitasking and organization, successfully driving improvements in production efficiency while fostering a collaborative work environment.

Knowledgeable Crew Leader with proven ability to lead teams effectively and ensure smooth project execution. Demonstrated success in coordinating tasks and managing schedules to meet deadlines. Skilled in fostering teamwork and resolving conflicts, enhancing overall productivity and morale.

Experienced with team leadership and operational management. Utilizes effective communication to delegate tasks and ensure project milestones are met. Track record of enhancing team performance through strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.

Skilled employee known for making best decisions regarding appropriate solutions. Committed Crew Leader delivering quality service and maintaining high levels of satisfaction.

Versatile Crew Leader with experience directing others, managing tasks and monitoring work areas. Reputation for staying calm and poised even in stressful circumstances. Offering exemplary interpersonal and communication skills.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Crew Leader

Bridgestone Manufacturing
11.2022 - Current
  • Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
  • Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
  • Served as the primary point of contact between crew members and upper management, relaying important information as necessary.
  • Developed a strong sense of teamwork among crew members through regular communication and team building activities.
  • Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work.
  • Motivated team members by setting high expectations, recognizing achievements, and providing ongoing encouragement throughout challenging projects.
  • Addressed any personnel conflicts or issues in a timely manner, maintaining open lines of communication with all team members.
  • Established and enforced policies and procedures to maintain high standards of work.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas of improvement and provide constructive feedback to crew members.
  • Generated and analyzed weekly reports to track crew performance and identify areas of improvement.
  • Led by example, demonstrating commitment and professionalism in all aspects of work, thereby elevating overall team performance.
  • Boosted crew morale and productivity through effective leadership and regular feedback sessions.

Setup Crew Member

Bridgestone Manufacturing
11.2018 - 11.2022

Job Profile Summary Manufacturing Production manages or assists with managing various production activities (e.g., assembly, material forming/shaping, processing, treating, or packaging, etc.) including:

• Planning, directing, and monitoring production to meet established specifications, schedules, volume / cost / wastage targets, and quality standards

• Liaising with Manufacturing Engineering, Supply & Logistics, Sales, etc. as input to developing production schedules and allocating labor/capital resources

• Planning, prioritizing, and managing production line maintenance / downtime to minimize disruptions Responsibilities • Works on problems of moderate scope and assists with projects or processes while receiving general instructions from higher level professionals

• Applies research towards the planning, design development, testing, and completion of projects

• Impact is short-term, occasionally on medium-term goals • Continues building knowledge of organization and processes • May influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies, and practices.

• Other duties as assigned

  • Improved event setup efficiency by coordinating with team members and prioritizing tasks.
  • Proactively identified potential issues during setups and resolved them before they could impact event's success.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
  • Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
  • Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.

Tire Builder

Bridgestone Tires
04.1999 - 11.2018
  • Provided valuable input during team meetings regarding potential improvements or adjustments within the production process, fostering an atmosphere of collaboration and open communication among colleagues.
  • Displayed strong organizational skills in managing work area, keeping tools and equipment clean and readily accessible for efficient use during tire building tasks.
  • Mastered multiple types of equipment used in the tire-building process, increasing versatility and ability to support various stages of production as needed.
  • Enhanced tire production efficiency by streamlining assembly processes and reducing waste.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to troubleshoot any issues that arose during the production process, quickly resolving problems to maintain workflow efficiency.
  • Assisted in training new hires on proper tire building techniques, ensuring consistent quality standards across the team.
  • Reduced material costs by accurately measuring and cutting materials for each specific tire model, avoiding unnecessary waste.
  • Consistently met or exceeded tire production quotas by maintaining a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills.

Education

High School Diploma -

Forrest High School
Chapel Hill, TN
05-1995

Skills

  • Crew oversight
  • Safety guidelines
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Crew management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • New hire training
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Team management
  • Employee management
  • Workforce management
  • Motivation techniques
  • Performance evaluations
  • Team player
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Teamwork

Timeline

Crew Leader

Bridgestone Manufacturing
11.2022 - Current

Setup Crew Member

Bridgestone Manufacturing
11.2018 - 11.2022

Tire Builder

Bridgestone Tires
04.1999 - 11.2018

High School Diploma -

Forrest High School
David Paul