Dustin Hargett
Phil Campbell,AL
Summary
Experienced plant manager with a strong background in safety, compliance, and high-pressure operations. Known for clear communication, teamwork, and steady oversight of production, quality, cost, and risk. Adaptable operations leader with experience in manufacturing, public safety, corrections, and transportation. Recognized for calm decision-making, detailed reporting, and strong communication in fast-paced environments. Committed to keeping teams aligned and operations running safely.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
CEMEX
Florence, AL
04.2021 - Current
- Managed daily plant operations, including scheduling personnel and equipment.
- Ensured safety, environmental, and quality compliance to maintain smooth plant operations.
- Monitored plant performance metrics such as throughput, quality, cost, and safety.
- Reviewed throughput, quality, cost, and safety metrics regularly to keep plant performance visible.
- Tracked employee attendance, overtime hours, and inventory levels to support operational efficiency.
- Kept daily priorities aligned across corporate teams, vendors, and plant staff through clear communication.
- Led plant staff training on Cemex operating procedures and compliance rules.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve goals and address product and service challenges.
- Followed company policies and procedures to keep production machinery and processing operations on track.
911 Dispatcher
Franklin County Sheriff's Office
RUSSELLVILLE, Alabama
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Used radio, telephone, and computer systems to send updates to first responders.
- Improved productivity by supporting on-time emergency response and life support with zero service delivery errors.
- Collected caller details, reviewed related computer records, and entered key information into call tracking and assignment system.
- Handled emergency calls calmly and gathered needed details with composed communication.
- Reduced risk and response delays by monitoring public safety field units efficiently.
- Supported departments with special requests, including Created and distributed be on the lookout alerts to enhance public safety coordination..
- Managed average of 20 cases daily while providing telephone assistance and treatment recommendations to public and hospital staff across various medical conditions.
- Prioritized public emergency and non-emergent calls to dispatch police, fire, and EMS while tracking data in real time.
Corrections Officer
Franklin County Sheriff's Office
RUSSELLVILLE, Alabama
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Monitored housing units for safety, security, and adherence to regulations, contributing to overall facility order.
- Coordinated inmate movement within Franklin County Sheriff’s Office detention areas to ensure safety and compliance.
- Performed cell searches for contraband and prohibited items.
- Responded to disturbances using approved de-escalation and control tactics.
- Documented incidents and maintained shift logs for Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, ensuring accurate records for operational oversight.
Class a CDL Driver
John Aycock Trucking LLC
RUSSELLVILLE, Alabama
12.2014 - 12.2016
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods across the United States.
- Maintained professional appearance during shifts to enhance company image.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Communicated with dispatchers and management to relay critical updates on road conditions and hazards.
- Unloaded packages from semi trucks for delivery to customers, taking care to prevent damage to merchandise and goods.
- Inspected trucks and trailers pre- and post-trip, performing basic maintenance to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
- Managed proper transportation of dangerous goods with no incidents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Russellville High School
Russellville, AL05.2003
Skills
- Plant safety operations
- Health and safety training
- CPR and AED certification
- Regulatory compliance
- Plant operations management
- Team supervision
- Incident investigation
Certification
- CDL License
- Forklift Certified
Timeline
Plant Manager
CEMEX
04.2021 - Current
911 Dispatcher
Franklin County Sheriff's Office
01.2018 - 01.2020
Corrections Officer
Franklin County Sheriff's Office
01.2017 - 01.2018
Class a CDL Driver
John Aycock Trucking LLC
12.2014 - 12.2016
High School Diploma -
Russellville High School