Derrick Thompson
Prairieville,LA
Summary
Proven leader with extensive experience at Master Vac Industrial, adept in staff management and process improvement. Excelled in training and mentoring, enhancing team productivity by implementing efficient workflows. Achieved significant improvements in customer satisfaction and safety standards, demonstrating a strong blend of complex problem-solving and employee motivation skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Foreman
Well Built Environmental
Gonzales, LA
01.2019 - Current
- Contributed to the team''s overall success by sharing valuable insights from personal experiences and industry research.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
- Collaborated with project managers in planning stages, advising on schedule adjustments and potential obstacles.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
Supervisor
Master Vac Industrial
01.2003 - 01.2014
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Maintained high safety standards to ensure secure workplace for all employees and visitors.
Foreman
Vecta Environmental
Gonzales, LA
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Collaborated with project managers in planning stages, advising on schedule adjustments and potential obstacles.
Education
Deploma -
St Amant High School
Saint Amant, LA03.2002
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Goal-Oriented
- Staff Management
- Employee Motivation
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Staff Development
- Processes and procedures
- Process Monitoring and Improvement
- Policy Enforcement
Certification
Twic card compliant
Timeline
Foreman
Well Built Environmental
01.2019 - Current
Foreman
Vecta Environmental
01.2014 - 01.2019
Supervisor
Master Vac Industrial
01.2003 - 01.2014
Deploma -
St Amant High School