Gene Taylor
Flowood,MS
Summary
I am a highly dedicated individual with 24+ years’ experience as Petroleum Supply Storage, Army Instructor, Warehouse Supervisor, Safety Supervisor, Operations Manager and electrical maintenance. My goal is to effectively and efficiently oversee maintenance and repair of a company’s building, systems, and equipment. I have a proven track record of accomplishing the company’s mission. I am Reliable with subject matter expertise in a wide variety of industries and disciplines. The position I seek will put these skills to use in a way that builds safety, quality, effectiveness, and productivity for the organization, while allowing me to excel professionally.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager of Operations
General Motors Co
Denver, CO
01.2021 - 04.2023
- Managed scheduling, training and inventory control.
- Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
- Responsible for the entire Inbound. Consisting of 5 salaried employees and 40 hourly employees.
- Plant Safety Leader responsible for conduct all plant safety review process and procedures.
- Managed lead time to hit A-R Goals for all lanes.
- Improved morale and management communication by creating employee recognition and rewards practices.
- Recruited, hired and trained crew members on application of projects, customer relations and customer service.
- Tracked and replenished inventory to maintain par levels.
- Analyzed and controlled materials, supplies and equipment operational expenses.
- Guided employees on understanding and meeting changing customer needs and expectations.
- Enforced federal, state, local and company rules for safety and operations.
Inbound Operations Supervisor
General Motors Co
Brandon, MS
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Conducted training in equipment operations and safety procedures, briefing employees of hazards associated with work.
- Ordered equipment parts and repair services during equipment breakdown to avoid further delays.
- Planned and developed new operation processes to innovate and stay competitive.
- Prepared operations data to produce comprehensive reports to management.
- Responsible for supervising 25 hourly employees in the overpack department.
- Consistently ran in the top three in the country in productivity.
- Collaborate with Management to develop continuous process improvements involving baseline criteria
- SME for Dangerous Goods.
- Responsible for the proper Maintenance of our inventory to ensure the plant receives 95% Availability.
- Conduct Weekly Safety Observation tours and talks to maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.
Material Return and Safety Supervisor
General Motors Co
Brandon, MS
12.2018 - 12.2019
- Oversaw implementation of procedures, goals and objectives within operations.
- Identified areas for improvement and implemented new processes to enhance overall company quality and performance.
- Reduced process lags and trained team members on best practices and protocols.
- Developed initiatives for process improvement and reviewed and assessed ongoing operations.
- Conducted safety and hazard inspections of work sites.
- Managed environmental health and safety programs.
- Reviewed company practices and work processes to verify compliance with applicable regulations.
Outbound Operations Supervisor
General Motors Co
Brandon, MS
10.2016 - 11.2018
- Trained, mentored and motivated employees to maximize team productivity.
- Engaged employees to create safe, energetic work environment through feedback and recognition.
- Oversaw implementation of procedures, goals and objectives within operations.
- Identified areas for improvement and implemented new processes to enhance overall company quality and performance.
- Built strong operational teams to meet process and production demands.
- Identified areas of deficiency and performed root-cause analysis to solve problems.
- Reviewed employees' work to check adherence to quality standards and proper procedures.
- Reviewed reports on employee attendance, productivity and effectiveness to evaluate performance.
- Resolved customer complaints or answered customers' questions.
- Coordinated with other supervisors, combining group efforts to achieve goals.
- Developed action plans based on analysis findings and implemented solutions.
Instructor/Writer
- The Petroleum and Water Department of the Unite States Army Quartermaster School; instructs all aspects of initial Petroleum Supply Specialist training for soldiers, Marines and international military students; responsible for the training, health and welfare of students; in charge of conducting formations, physical readiness training, counseling, administrative task, inspections and all aspects of the transformation process; enforces honor code and standards of conduct; responsible for classrooms valued in excess of one million dollars.
Army Material Management Supervisor
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Served as the Supervisor and NCOIC of a Redistribution Property Assistance Team (RPAT) Tallil Airbase, Iraq in the 227th Quartermaster Company; responsible for the supervision, health, welfare, safety, physical security, discipline, morale and mission accomplishment of ten Noncommissioned Officers, thirty Soldiers and 22 Civilians conducting 24 hour logistics operations; responsible for the accurate accountability, processing and coordinating logistical movement for Theater Provided Equipment (TPE) in the support of retrograde and redistribution operations; responsible and accountable for property in excess of $90 million.
Army Platoon Sergeant
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Responsible for the morale, health, welfare and training, and overall combat readiness of ten Noncommission Officers and 45 junior enlisted Soldiers in a General Supply Platoon; responsible for the planning, training and execution of transportation and material handling mission; supervises the overall maintenance, readiness and accountability of 4 warehouses, four M1088, four M871, four 10K forklifts, four 6k forklifts, and two Kalmar’s valued in excess of $12 million dollars.
Army Platoon Sergeant
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Responsible for the morale, health, welfare and training, and overall combat readiness of 15 Noncommission Officers and 65 junior enlisted Soldiers in a Petroleum Supply and Maintenance Platoon; responsible for the planning, training and execution of transportation and material handling missions; supervises the overall maintenance, readiness and accountability of 1 million gallon storage system, 14- M1088, 8- M871, 4-10K forklifts,4-6k forklifts, and two Kalmar’s valued in excess of $30 million dollar.
Petroleum Supply Specialist
- Was responsible for the storage and the supply of fuel to the 101st aviation units.
Lead Maintenance Technician
Tyson Foods
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Performed mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic repair actions as needed or directed
- Inspected the work and initiates corrective measures to meet established standards
- Worked with representatives of USDA regulatory agency to understand when and how to make or impromptu corrective actions to equipment or facilities as deemed necessary by that representative at the time
- Participated in plant or department start-ups to assure safe and efficient start-ups
- Worked cooperatively with managers and supervisors in the accomplishment of relevant company objectives
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
National Military University
Calabasas, CA05.2024
Senior Leadership course -
01.2013
Cadre Training course -
01.2012
Basic Instructor course -
01.2012
Advance Leadership course -
01.2008
Supervisor Development course -
01.2006
Professional Leadership course -
01.2003
Petroleum Supply Specialist -
Air Assault School
01.2001
Electrical Technology Technical Certification -
East Central Community College
01.2000
Skills
- Strategic planning Preventive Maintenance
- Procedure development Circuitry and Wiring
- Team building Time Management
- Inventory control Microsoft Office
- Facilities Management Trouble Shooting and Problem Solving
- Safety Audits
- Safety Risk Assessment
- Site Auditing
- Staff Training and Mentoring
- Incident Reporting
- Implementing Safety Programs
- Safety Training
Timeline
General Manager of Operations
General Motors Co
01.2021 - 04.2023
Inbound Operations Supervisor
General Motors Co
01.2020 - 12.2020
Material Return and Safety Supervisor
General Motors Co
12.2018 - 12.2019
Outbound Operations Supervisor
General Motors Co
10.2016 - 11.2018
Army Material Management Supervisor
01.2011 - 01.2012
Army Platoon Sergeant
01.2010 - 01.2011
Army Platoon Sergeant
01.2006 - 01.2009
Lead Maintenance Technician
Tyson Foods
01.1999 - 01.2000
Instructor/Writer
Petroleum Supply Specialist
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
National Military University
Senior Leadership course -
Cadre Training course -
Basic Instructor course -
Advance Leadership course -
Supervisor Development course -
Professional Leadership course -
Petroleum Supply Specialist -
Air Assault School
Electrical Technology Technical Certification -
East Central Community College
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