Donavon Stewart

Provided the necessary leadership to plan, direct, organize, coordinate, and control the mining of raw materials and the production of the shippable product at the assigned plant in a manner to meet the customers requests in a timely and cost-efficient basis. I was tasked with coordinating activities with the following departments: Aggregate Operations Department, Dispatch, Fleet Maintenance Department, Quality Control Department and Administration / Financial functions. I analyzed and monitor production efficiency/productivity to ensure the Company is fully utilizing on-site vehicles and plant equipment at the assigned location. Developed mining and production strategies and tactics to ensure an approach to raise productivity levels, maintaining safety as a top priority, while controlling the costs of the assigned location.

Consistently identifying new operational opportunities and developed strategies for accomplishing the attainment of improved efficiency and productivity.

Addressed the needs of the customer while at the same time promoting and protecting the long-term interests of the Company.

Initiated and implemented production and scheduling related programs, strategies and techniques that result in increased productivity, and maintain safe operations of the assigned Plant, while containing the budgeted expenses of the assigned plants.

Managed the performances of subordinate personnel, work independently, met deadlines and managed the assigned Plant with fiscal integrity.

Delegated responsibilities; objectively evaluated the performance of subordinates to hold others accountable in a constructive manner.

Participated in Company safety inspections as well as MSHA inspections.

Communicated with site crew which includes plant operator, loader operators and laborers.

Supervised team to maintain production and efficiency. Scheduled production and executed preventative maintenance routines

Maintained sufficient inventory levels at site to service customers’ needs.

Coordinated safety issues and investigate incidents with safety department. Ensured environmental compliance, rehabilitation and meeting permit obligations.

Other duties as assigned.

I was the head trainer and auditor

• Performed complex audit assignments in a timely and professional manner in accordance with the audit program and standards applicable for the project as prescribed by the Senior Management Auditor. Conducted interviews with pertinent persons; obtained, examined, analyzed, and test documents, notes, and/or reports; and prepared applicable working papers to support work accomplished and identify operational deficiencies. Consider the design and degree of audit procedures necessary to fulfill assignment objectives, and created and documented an audit program in consultation with the Senior Management Auditor.
• Consider, plan, develop, and discuss with the Senior Management Auditor the objectives, scope, and anticipated results for assigned audits, reviews, examinations, or consulting services. Researched policies, procedures, accepted industry standards, or other applicable measures related to the assignments from practical sources for examination and testing purposes. Prepare and present oral or written reports of work accomplished to management delineating the assignment's objectives, scope of work performed, significant operational deficiencies identified, and a recommended course of action.
• Meet the continuing professional education requirements of auditing standards, and maintain technical competence in conducting audit and audit-related assignments. Conduct other related auditing services and other job-related duties as specified and approved by the Senior Management Auditor.
• Planned, coordinated, and directed training for assigned functional area. Regularly requires eliciting results directly from groups of trainees of varying size.
• Confers with management and manager to determine training requirements.
• Formulated training, programs, and schedules for review, based on identified training needs for new or existing processes, programs and procedures
• Selected appropriate instructional procedures or methods, i.e. individual or group training; group presentations, demonstrations, or simulation exercises. Choose alternative procedures, when required.
• Organized and developed training manuals, reference library, etc. Assisted in testing and evaluation procedures. Developed and maintained broad understanding of appropriate processes, programs and procedures.

I was a plant manager for various Ready Mix Operations, these were some of my duties and responsibilities

• Ensured daily coordination between production, delivery, distribution and quality control
• Responsible for the permitting, relocation and/or construction of all plants
• Directed the production activities to ensure strict adherence to cost and quality standards and took immediate corrective action when deficiencies were noted
• Ensured that all personnel under supervision complied with Federal, State and local regulations
• Ensured Company safety rules and regulations were met through periodic inspections of plant machinery, equipment, personal activities and working conditions.
• Responsible for coordinating with dispatch raw materials shipments to ensure cost effective inventories. Responsible for overseeing month end inventories.
• Responsible for maintaining updated Hazcom and other environmental records and permits for assigned operations. Responsible for compliance and all administration related to environmental regulations. Coordinates and environmental issues with Environmental department.
• Directed the selection, training and development of production and delivery personnel - appraises performance of subordinates and takes/recommends appropriate personnel actions as necessary. Recommends an annual salary /compensation plan for salaried employees.
• Recommend management development and necessary training programs for all direct reports.
• Purchased or directs the purchase of supplies and equipment in accordance with company policy- recommends or changes vendors to reduce maintenance costs.
• Implemented and reviews ongoing contracts, purchase orders, appropriations and expenditures requests.

I was a nuclear, biological and chemical specialist, developed leadership and mentoring during my time as squad leader for various NBC operations.

• Safely used various machinery during chemical drumming operations.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
• Utilized computerized process control systems to monitor and adjust chemical process variables.
• Proactively addressed potential safety hazards through regular inspections and adherence to established guidelines.
• Planned and implemented group safety training.
• Performed troubleshooting tasks on chemical processes, resolving issues quickly to maintain productivity levels.
• Conducted nuclear, biological and chemical reconnaissance.