Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

James Brown

Camby,IN

Summary

Dynamic leader and former Owner at Economy Fence, I excel in operations management and business management, enhancing productivity and profitability through strategic budgeting and effective team leadership. Skilled in material handling, installation and repair of various fences, and gate operators.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Economy Fence
05.1992 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.

Foreman

K & K Fence
01.1986 - 05.1992
  • Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
  • Prepared sites and yards before installing fences by removing debris and rocks.
  • Installed wire, wood, and vinyl fences for various sized yards and areas for both residential and commercial customers.
  • Collected customer signatures once installations and repairs were finished to complete fence process.
  • Loaded trucks with fencing materials prior to each shift and unloaded all items upon arrival at job sites.
  • Used hand tools and instruments to take measurements.
  • Dug holes and trenches to position fences correctly.
  • Set metal or wooden posts in upright positions in postholes.
  • Filled post holes with concrete to maintain proper stability and longevity of fencing installations.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.

F-15 Crew Chief

Air Force
01.1981 - 12.1985
  • Managed team according to company standards and compliance requirements.
  • Trained all team members on key roles to maintain flexibility.
  • Maintained safety by implementing effective procedures regarding hazardous actions, materials, and items.
  • Supervised crew in daily inspections, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance on F-15 aircraft.
  • Coordinated aircraft inspections and repairs to maintain applicable standards.
  • Updated flight and maintenance logs with current, accurate information.
  • Oversaw routine and unplanned security searches, as well as regular facility and grounds patrols, to protect personnel and assets.

Education

High School Diploma -

Greenwood High School
Greenwood, IN

Skills

  • Business Management
  • Labor Relations
  • Small business operations
  • Sales oversight
  • Fence installations
  • Operations Management
  • Administrative Oversight
  • Gate operator installation
  • Estimating abilities
  • Managing materials

Timeline

Owner

Economy Fence
05.1992 - Current

Foreman

K & K Fence
01.1986 - 05.1992

F-15 Crew Chief

Air Force
01.1981 - 12.1985

High School Diploma -

Greenwood High School

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
James Brown