Ernest Smith
Keyser,WV
Summary
Results-oriented Owner/Operator with expertise in customer relationship management, team leadership, and supply chain logistics. Focused on optimizing processes and enhancing workflow to drive business outcomes. Experienced in inventory management and safety compliance, with a strong track record in staff management and operational efficiency.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Keyser Decorating & Flooring Center
Keyser, West Virginia
08.2019 - 04.2026
- Oversaw daily operations for premier decorating and flooring center, ensuring smooth workflow and customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw inventory management and supply chain logistics for efficient product flow.
- Conducted customer consultations to identify needs and provide tailored recommendations.
- Directed daily business operations, managing staff, sales, inventory, and accounting to support overall objectives.
Process Technician
Kingsford Manufacturing
Beryl, WV
10.2000 - 07.2019
- Operated and maintained production equipment, ensuring consistent output quality through proactive adjustments.
- Monitored processes to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency in manufacturing.
- Conducted routine inspections and troubleshot machinery, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Assisted in training new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Documented production data and maintained accurate records for compliance.
- Engaged in cross-functional communication to quickly resolve production challenges, enhancing overall team collaboration.
- Trained new employees on safe work practices and machine operation techniques.
- Monitored production processes for compliance with safety regulations, environmental requirements, and operational standards.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Buffalo Coal Co
Lonaconing, Maryland
08.1990 - 10.2000
- Operated bulldozers to clear debris and prepare job sites, ensuring readiness for subsequent operations.
- Loaded and unloaded materials using excavators and front-end loaders safely.
- Conducted routine inspections on heavy machinery to ensure safe operation.
- Coordinated equipment usage with team members to minimize downtime and enhance workflow efficiency.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries on job sites.
- Reported progress and addressed concerns to supervisors, facilitating informed decision-making on job site operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westmar High School
Lonaconing, MD05-1990
High School Diploma -
Allegany County Vocational Technical Center
Cresaptown, MD05-1990
Some College (No Degree) -
Potomac State College of WVU
Keyser, WVSkills
- Inventory management and supply chain logistics
- Sales strategies and equipment maintenance
- Project management
- Quality assurance
- Safety compliance
- Operations oversight
- Cost management
- Cashflow management
- Vendor negotiation
- Negotiation
- Sales negotiation
- Customer consultations
- Client relationship management
- Relationship management
- Team leadership
- Staffing
- Hiring
- Business operations management
- Attention to detail
- Loading and unloading
- Vehicle inspections
- Invoice verification
- Delivery scheduling
- Inclement weather driving
Languages
English
Professional
Websites
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Keyser Decorating & Flooring Center
08.2019 - 04.2026
Process Technician
Kingsford Manufacturing
10.2000 - 07.2019
Heavy Equipment Operator
Buffalo Coal Co
08.1990 - 10.2000
High School Diploma -
Westmar High School
High School Diploma -
Allegany County Vocational Technical Center
Some College (No Degree) -
Potomac State College of WVU