Garison Abbott
Anniston
Summary
Self-motivated Operations Manager successful in collaborating with consultants, area leaders and employees to streamline and strengthen processes and control costs. Highly organized and detailed collaborator with solid record of accomplishment in meeting and exceeding business targets. In-depth knowledge of operational and budget management techniques.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
FedEx
10.2022 - Current
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Managed scheduling, training and inventory control.
- Motivated and evaluated personnel for performance improvement and goal achievement.
- Presented performance and productivity reports to supervisors.
- Crafted operations best practices using audits and project management team feedback.
- Conducted employee observations and documented findings.
- Anticipated and tracked operational and tactical risks to provide strategic solutions.
- Led cross-functional teams in problem-solving activities related to process improvements or new product launches.
- Developed key performance indicators to measure effectiveness of operational processes.
- Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process by generating daily reports to recommend corrective actions and improvements.
Material Handler/ Crane Operator
Precision Strip
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Followed established procedures for set-up and changeovers between jobs, minimizing downtime during transitions.
- Performed preventive maintenance on grinding machines, ensuring maximum uptime and equipment longevity.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while operating machinery or handling materials, reducing risks of accidents or injuries on the job site.
- Enhanced product quality by meticulously grinding and polishing intricate parts for aerospace applications.
- Maintained high levels of safety and cleanliness within the workplace, promoting a smooth functioning environment for all team members.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
- Managed inventory levels with precision, performing regular audits and adjusting as necessary.
- Monitored warehouse to identify missing items, spills, and unusual activity.
- Improved safety standards, conducting thorough inspections of material handling equipment.
- Optimized storage solutions, creating more efficient use of warehouse space.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
- Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities.
- Experienced in inspecting cranes and related equipment for safety and operational defects.
Quality Assurance Analyst
FedEx
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Communicated regularly with management to discuss quality trends.
- Assisted other members of the QA team in identifying areas for improvement in processes and procedures.
- Conducted internal audits to measure adherence to established QA standards.
- Maintained policy, procedures, work instructions, and projects for quality and continuous improvement agendas.
- Wrote and updated manual test cases for team use, maintaining optimal organization for maximum productivity.
- Tested functionality, performance and compliance of each product against design specifications to maintain strong development standards and high customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in loading delivery trucks with prepared packages.
- Scanned and sorted packages according to destinations and service type using handheld scanner.
- Organized packages according to type, size, destination, and other specifications.
- Loaded and unloaded packages from delivery vehicles with manual and powered equipment.
- Stacked boxes onto pallets in an efficient manner.
- Inspected packages for damages or defects and recorded any issues found.
- Reported any lost or damaged items to supervisors immediately upon discovery.
- Sorted packages to appropriate slide, line or belt for final distribution.
- Assisted in training new employees on package handling processes.
- Maintained a clean work environment by removing debris from the loading dock area.
Package Handler
FedEx
03.2020 - 10.2020
- Loaded and unloaded packages from delivery vehicles with manual and powered equipment.
- Inspected packages for damages or defects and recorded any issues found.
- Organized packages according to type, size, destination, and other specifications.
- Stacked boxes onto pallets in an efficient manner.
- Scanned and sorted packages according to destinations and service type using handheld scanner.
- Sorted packages to appropriate slide, line or belt for final distribution.
Skills
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Program Administration
- Customer Service
- Organizational Management
- Business Development
- Team Leadership
- Work Flow Planning
- Warehouse Operations
- Performance Management
- Workforce Management
- Workforce Training
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Problem-Solving
- Management
- Operations Management
- Strategic Planning
- Policies and Procedures Implementation
- Project Leadership
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Warehouse operations
Certification
Switcher certified
Timeline
Material Handler/ Crane Operator
Precision Strip
06.2024 - 11.2024
Operations Manager
FedEx
10.2022 - Current
Quality Assurance Analyst
FedEx
10.2021 - 10.2022
Package Handler
FedEx
03.2020 - 10.2020
Switcher certified
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