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Jacob Bartlett

Walnut Ridge,AR

Summary

Proficient Department Lead eager to cross-train in different areas and expand Industry operational expertise. Adept at promoting business efficiency and enabling gains in quality and profitability by providing top-notch team leadership.

Proven ability to drive significant improvements through strategic planning and process optimization. Highly reliable, adaptable, and focused on team collaboration to achieve outstanding results.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Department Lead Msc

Peco Foods
Pocahontas, AR
05.2025 - Current
  • Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Trained team members on production processes and efficiency improvements.
  • Implemented workflow enhancements to optimize resource utilization.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations to maintain high team productivity.
  • Developed and maintained production schedules for optimal output management.
  • Led initiatives to reduce waste and improve sustainability practices within department.
  • Mentored new hires within the department, providing guidance on company policies and procedures as well as job-specific tasks.
  • Boosted overall employee morale by fostering a positive work environment and promoting open communication.
  • Set up displays and trained employees on current promotions.
  • Led team to achieve high performance standards through consistent coaching and feedback.
  • Improved department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
  • Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands.
  • Delegated tasks efficiently, maximizing the use of resources while maintaining high-quality output from the team members.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to deadlines.
  • Collaborated with other departments to improve interdepartmental communication, enhancing overall organizational effectiveness.
  • Identified areas for improvement within the department, developing action plans to address those needs effectively.
  • Coordinated efforts among team members during times of change or crisis management situations.
  • Organized regular meetings with direct reports to discuss progress on projects and strategize future goals.
  • Established clear expectations for team members, leading to improved accountability and performance levels.
  • Communicated with managers of other departments to maintain transparency.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.

Back up Lead

Peco Foods
Pocahontas, AR
07.2024 - 06.2025

Back up Lead

July 2024

Peco Foods | Pocahontas, Arkansas

  • Executed daily opening and closing procedures to company standard.
  • Attended and contributed to regular managerial meetings.
  • Tracked employee performance to determine areas of strength and improvement.
  • Helped other departments when understaffed
  • Kept track of tools and equipment
  • All the roles a team lead would take i would step in and take over when absent or off the floor
  • In some cases i would run multiple departments at once such as tender, msc, and legs in the sane day
  • In charge of getting the department set up and ready to run production when the team members got on the floor also assigned team members tasks or jobs to help with production
  • At the end of every shift i would account for all items and return the items to there locations such as the box room and the knife room and the box dock and shipping
  • Tasked with making sure peco puts out nothing more then perfection in every combo and box sent to customers
  • Being trained to do all tasks in department well enough that i can train other team members to do tasks
  • Lock out tag out trained to be able to shut down equipment for cleaning and other maintenance
  • Pallet jack trained to ensure all product is off floor safely and in a timely manner to keep trucks on schedule no delays
  • Machine operator trained to operate certain machines in factory that need extra attention and training due to weight and product restrictions
  • Tasked with keeping team members enthusiastic about work
  • Tasked and trained to deescalate situations that may arris between team members that may be confrontational and or violent to keep production moving and team members happy

Lead Maintenance Technician

Peco Foods
Pocahontas, AR
2023 - 2024

Maintenance Technician Team Lead Peco Foods | Pocahontas. Arkansas

  • Replaced malfunctioning parts, related broken wires and cables.
  • Completed daily inspection and maintenance checklists.
  • Responded to emergency calls and handled unscheduled repairs.
  • Prepared and set up facilities for daily use and special events.
  • Reviewed instructions and diagrams to properly inspect, install and maintain equipment and systems.
  • Handled chemicals and solutions according to environmental and safety rules.
  • Diagnosed and solved mechanical and electrical system problems.
  • Organized and maintained tool and equipment inventory.
  • Troubleshot and repaired issues to quickly restore service.
  • Replaced worn-out parts on aging equipment to extend its lifespan.
  • Collaborated with other maintenance staff to accomplish repairs in timely manner.
  • Operated heavy machinery such as forklifts or scissor lifts when required for certain tasks.
  • Installed new equipment and machinery as needed for facility operations.
  • Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate efforts on larger projects.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on equipment and machinery to prevent breakdowns.
  • Diagnosed malfunctioning systems and components using test equipment and hand tools.
  • Trained new maintenance technicians in proper procedures and safety protocols.
  • Kept accurate records of all maintenance performed on equipment and machinery.
  • Lubricated components and replaced parts to complete maintenance.
  • Met repair and maintenance needs by keeping wide range of parts in stock.
  • Improved equipment function by troubleshooting issues and correcting problems.
  • Transferred skills and knowledge to junior staff through training and apprenticeship.
  • Controlled machine operation with adjustment to device and instrument functions.
  • Kept detailed maintenance records following company and regulatory requirements.
  • Promoted workplace safety and followed OSHA protocols.

Maintenance Technician

Peco Foods
Pocahontas, AR
2022 - 2023

Maintenance Technician

April 2022 - July 2023

Peco Foods | Pocahontas, Arkansas

  • Prepared and set up facilities for daily use and special events.
  • Completed daily inspection and maintenance checklists.
  • Responded to emergency calls and handled unscheduled repairs.
  • Accessed and removed faulty parts by dismantling machines, equipment, and devices.
  • Planned repair work using diagrams, blueprints and schematics.
  • Diagnosed malfunction based on readouts. blueprint comparisons and personal expertise.
  • Verified functionality by testing and operating new equipment.
  • Met repair and maintenance needs by keeping wide range of parts in stock.
  • Assembled machinery from electronic and mechanical parts.
  • Transferred skills and knowledge to junior staff through training and apprenticeship.
  • Repaired equipment with hand and power tools.
  • Controlled machine operation with adjustment to device and instrument functions.
  • Inspected. operated and tested machinery to diagnose malfunctions.
  • Lubricated components and replaced parts to complete maintenance.
  • Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate efforts on larger projects.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on equipment and machinery to prevent breakdowns.
  • Adhered strictly to safety regulations while performing maintenance tasks.
  • Collaborated with other maintenance staff to accomplish repairs in timely manner.
  • Replaced worn-out parts on aging equipment to extend its lifespan.
  • Updated knowledge of industry best practices through ongoing training sessions or workshops.
  • Installed new equipment and machinery as needed for facility operations.
  • Operated heavy machinery such as forklifts or scissor lifts when required for certain tasks.
  • Trained new maintenance technicians in proper procedures and safety protocols.
  • Troubleshot and repaired issues to quickly restore service.
  • Replaced malfunctioning parts. related broken wires and cables.
  • Promoted workplace safety and followed OSHA protocols.
  • Diagnosed and solved mechanical and electrical system problems.

Infantryman

United States Army
Fort Benning, Georgia
06.2010 - 07.2018
  • Maintained machine guns in clean, safe, and fully functional condition.
  • Served as point man or rear guard during patrol movements to ensure proper spacing and formation integrity.
  • Performed reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence on enemy forces and terrain.
  • Operated and maintained mounted and dismounted machine guns and mortar launchers.
  • Supported effective control of platoon by helping leader with both operational planning and oversight.
  • Coordinated training program for soldiers deploying to [Location].
  • Kept equipment operating properly with regular maintenance and routine repairs.
  • Stayed ready for infantry needs through effective storage and distribution of ammunition, supplies and equipment.
  • Coordinated squad actions with adjacent troops and supporting elements.
  • Managed deployment, targeting and firing of vehicular and dismounted weaponry.
  • Boosted team success by mentoring less experienced soldiers on tactics and procedures.
  • Controlled target engagement, assigning and monitoring fields of fire.
  • Operated tactical vehicles during deployment and training missions.
  • Navigated through unfamiliar terrain using maps, compasses, or GPS devices.
  • Maintained personal weapon systems and equipment, ensuring proper function and reliability.
  • Communicated effectively with team members, using radios, hand signals, or verbal cues as needed.
  • Adapted quickly to changing situations while remaining calm under pressure during high-stress combat scenarios.
  • Trained incoming soldiers on current weapons systems to improve group performance.
  • Kept up-to-date knowledge through additional training courses to support team operations.
  • Conducted searches of persons or vehicles at checkpoints to prevent unauthorized access or smuggling activities.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in urban warfare tactics through participation in Military Operations on Urban Terrain MOUT training events.
  • Engaged in direct combat operations as part of larger unit, using various weapons systems.
  • Assisted with planning and execution of various tactical missions, working closely with other team members.
  • Established and maintained defensive positions during military operations.
  • Participated in training exercises to develop and maintain combat readiness skills.
  • Provided first aid care for injured soldiers in field under challenging conditions.
  • Carried out orders issued by superiors efficiently and effectively.
  • Conducted foot patrols to maintain security and ensure safety in assigned areas.
  • Constructed field fortifications such as sandbags or barbed wire barriers.

Education

No degree - business management

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona

No degree - business management

Black River Technical college
Pocahontas, Arkansas

Air assault certificate - undefined

Air Assault
Fort Campbell, Kentucky
07.2014

High school diploma - diploma

Twin Rivers High School
Ravenden Springs, Arkansas
05.2010

Skills

  • Documentation
  • Team development
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Task delegation
  • Strategic planning
  • Crisis management
  • Multitasking strength
  • Team management
  • Employee engagement
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Team leadership

Timeline

Department Lead Msc

Peco Foods
05.2025 - Current

Back up Lead

Peco Foods
07.2024 - 06.2025

Infantryman

United States Army
06.2010 - 07.2018

High school diploma - diploma

Twin Rivers High School

Air assault certificate - undefined

Air Assault

No degree - business management

Black River Technical college

No degree - business management

University of Phoenix

Lead Maintenance Technician

Peco Foods
2023 - 2024

Maintenance Technician

Peco Foods
2022 - 2023