Jacob Potvin
Republic,MI
Summary
Motivated professional with broad experience gained through rigorous work in challenging environments. Skilled in time management, composure, and teamwork, contributing to repeated mission success. Passionate about grooming, mentoring, and elevating others to their best selves. Eager to collaborate with dedicated professionals creating a better future. Experienced leader with a strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Expertise in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Pellet Plant Operations Supervisor
Cleveland-Cliffs
04.2024 - Current
- Maintained open lines of communication between departments by conducting meetings, which ensured a common vision across all functions in achieving company objectives.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the team, resulting in consistently positive performance metrics.
- Managed a team of skilled operators, fostering collaboration and promoting professional and personal growth.
- Collaborated with other leaders and members to direct workflow and support operations.
Greaser/Oiler, Journeyman in Operators Union
A. Lindberg & Sons, Inc.
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Started motors and monitored performance for signs of malfunctioning, such as smoke, excessive vibration, or misfiring
- Conducted functional and performance tests on a variety of heavy equipment
- Provided training for coworkers on proper methods for conducting routine maintenance procedures on industrial equipment
- Commenced regular inspections of equipment to ensure proper lubricant levels were maintained
- Reviewed and prioritized assigned work orders and coordinated workflow to meet quoted deadlines.
Staff Sergeant - Pavement & Equipment Operator
United States Air Force
06.2016 - 06.2022
- Conducted on-the-job training classes or training sessions to teach and demonstrate principles, techniques, procedures, or methods of designated subjects
- Provided training and mentoring support for new employees in order to ensure their success in the role
- Operated excavators, dozers, front-end loaders, and backhoes with precision
- Operated motor graders to level, grade, and spread soil, gravel, and asphalt on roadways; smoothed and compacted surfaces
- Operated heavy equipment to clear debris, grade surfaces, and spread soil.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI05.2024
Associate of Science - Construction Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL05.2022
Skills
- Military Experience
- Social Perceptiveness
- Advanced Communication Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- Concrete Placement
- Asphalt Paving
- Grease and Lubricant Application
- Basic Welding Skills
- General Housekeeping
- Feedback and Improvement
- Team leadership and coaching
Accomplishments
- 4x Achievement Medal Recipient for Meritorious Service.
- Challenge Coin awarded by a Major General for Exemplary Service for continuous and outstanding service from back-to-back deployments in both Niger and Panama.
- Additional Coin by a Lieutenant General for technical contributions as well as mentorship on a critical airfield repair project in Jordan.
- Multiple Lower-Ranking Members Escalated to Leadership Under Supervision.
- Graduated with Magna Cum Laude Honors from Central Michigan University.
Timeline
Pellet Plant Operations Supervisor
Cleveland-Cliffs
04.2024 - Current
Greaser/Oiler, Journeyman in Operators Union
A. Lindberg & Sons, Inc.
05.2023 - 04.2024
Staff Sergeant - Pavement & Equipment Operator
United States Air Force
06.2016 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Central Michigan University
Associate of Science - Construction Technology
Community College of The Air Force
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