James Foster
Dry End Manager
Thompson Falls,MT
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Georgia Pacific, enhancing product quality and team productivity by over 30%. Expert in strategic planning and quality assurance, I excel in training and mentoring teams for peak performance. Skilled in conflict resolution and process optimization, I drive results through effective problem-solving and team leadership. Experienced with team leadership, strategic planning, and operational management. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to drive project success. Track record of fostering productive work environments and achieving set goals. Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning, and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Planer Manager
Thompson River Lumber
02.2024 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to achieve organizational goals and objectives.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive results.
- Facilitated training programs to enhance team capabilities and improve service delivery standards.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Enhanced product quality by instituting rigorous quality control procedures, resulting in fewer customer complaints.
- Boosted employee morale and reduced turnover through development and implementation of comprehensive rewards and recognition program.
Lumber grader/Production Supervisor
Sierra Pacific Industries
Quincy , CA
07.2021 - 02.2024
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Quality Control Manager
Georgia Pacific
05.2007 - 07.2021
- Followed quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify potential areas of improvement in production processes, leading to enhanced product quality.
- Spearheaded root cause analysis investigations when needed, determining underlying issues and recommending appropriate fixes.
- Participated in regular management review meetings, providing updates on quality control performance and suggesting areas for improvement.
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Processes and procedures
- Schedule development
- Priority management
- Expectation setting
- Software experience
- Multitasking Abilities
- Multitasking
- Strategic Planning
- Team building
- Conflict Resolution
- Quality Assurance
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Time management abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team Leadership
Accomplishments
Managed a Team of 4 supervisors and 83 employees
- Supervised team of 33 employees.
Certification
Certied Lumber grader. S.P.I certificate, In southern pine Lumber.
Certified by WWPA in Doug Fir, White Fir, Pine, Shop
Timeline
Planer Manager
Thompson River Lumber
02.2024 - Current
Lumber grader/Production Supervisor
Sierra Pacific Industries
07.2021 - 02.2024
Quality Control Manager
Georgia Pacific
05.2007 - 07.2021