GARY JONES
PLUMAS LAKE ,CA
Summary
Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated the ability to transform challenges into opportunities, lead diverse teams to success, and deliver measurable results in dynamic, high-pressure environments. With a foundation in construction management and a proven track record in the pharmaceutical industry, I bring a unique blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and people-focused leadership.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Bayer Pharmaceuticals
Berkeley, CA, CA
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Spearheaded daily operations for a high-stakes pharmaceutical facility, directly managing a team of employees and contractors.
- Optimized productivity through precise task allocation and rigorous oversight of daily workflows, ensuring 100% compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Oversaw payroll for a multi-departmental workforce, eliminating errors and reducing processing time by 15%.
- Directed contractor activities, streamlining invoicing systems and ensuring accurate billing for completed projects, resulting in a 20% efficiency gain.
- Championed employee development through tailored performance evaluations and strategic promotion planning, driving a 30% increase in team retention rates.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members to improve their job performance.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by guiding company policies and procedures.
- Initiated new projects that resulted in increased productivity across all departments.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Reviewed contracts before signing them on behalf of the organization.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
General Foreman
Brand Energy Services
Richmond, CA
02.1996 - 07.2021
- Advanced from crew leader to general foreman, overseeing large-scale industrial projects at Chevron Refinery, valued at over $100 million annually.
- I commanded teams of over 100 union employees on complex scaffolding and construction projects, consistently delivering results ahead of schedule and under budget.
- Orchestrated daily operations, including scheduling, payroll, safety meetings, and compliance audits, achieving a 98% safety record.
- Conducted critical job walks with Chevron leadership, translating project requirements into actionable strategies that improved efficiency by 25%.
- I built and mentored a high-performing workforce by recruiting top talent, implementing comprehensive training programs, and fostering a culture of accountability.
- I Ensured safety protocols were followed and maintained by all personnel on-site.
- Supervised, trained, and evaluated assigned personnel under company policies and procedures.
- I monitored project progress to ensure efficient use of resources and timely completion of tasks.
- Performed inspections of completed work before acceptance by the client or owner representative.
- I analyzed blueprints and other documents to plan the layout of projects.
- Communicated regularly with team members about changes in scope or schedule.
- Documented labor hours, crew attendance, and individual performance.
- Analyzed job sites to mitigate risks.
- Estimated time, material, and labor costs used in project plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
VALLEJO SR HIGH SCHOOL
Vallejo, CA06-1993
Skills
- Marketing
- Risk management
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
- Staff management
- Conflict resolution
- Coaching and mentoring
- Shift scheduling
- Recruiting and interviewing
- Goal setting
- Time management
- Negotiation
Timeline
Manager
Bayer Pharmaceuticals
07.2021 - 08.2023
General Foreman
Brand Energy Services
02.1996 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
VALLEJO SR HIGH SCHOOL
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