James Foster
Rocky Top,Tennessee
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in athletic coaching and team leadership. Known for strategic thinking and focus on performance analysis, successfully mentoring athletes and developing individualized training programs that maximize potential.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Athlete/Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Instructor
Independant
Lake City, TN
01.1995 - Current
- Demonstrated mastery of advanced athletic techniques and strategies in competitive environments.
- Mentored emerging athletes, enhancing their skills and fostering teamwork.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and set strategic goals.
- Collaborated with coaches to develop individualized training programs that maximized athlete potential.
- Led training sessions, focusing on technique refinement and injury prevention practices.
- Established strong relationships with sponsors, enhancing brand visibility and partnership opportunities.
- Adapted quickly to evolving competition rules and standards, ensuring compliance during events.
- Contributed to community outreach programs promoting sportsmanship and healthy lifestyles among youth athletes.
Night Maintenance Technician
Cracker Barrell Old Country Store
Lake City, TN
06.2023 - 11.2025
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment and facilities to ensure operational integrity.
- Performed preventative maintenance on kitchen appliances
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues, minimizing downtime during night operations.
- Implemented cleaning procedures for kitchen areas, ensuring compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Trained new hires on safety protocols and maintenance tasks to promote a culture of safety and efficiency.
- Documented maintenance activities and repairs in logbooks, ensuring accurate records for compliance reviews.
Finishing Floater/Team Leader
Aisin Automotive Casting Tennessee, Inc.
Clinton, TN
05.2015 - 03.2022
- Led team in daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Mentored junior staff, providing training on equipment usage and best practices.
- Developed training programs to enhance team skills and knowledge retention.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Established clear communication channels to facilitate timely exchange of information between team members and stakeholders.
Production Supervisor
Intex Enterprises
Clinton, TN
03.2005 - 03.2007
- Supervised daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Coordinated workflow among teams to optimize efficiency and meet production schedules.
- Trained and mentored team members on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced downtime.
- Monitored inventory levels, facilitating timely replenishment of materials for uninterrupted production.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and recommend operational adjustments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve issues affecting production timelines.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
Quality Manager
Pacific Coast Feather Company
Clinton TN
03.2000 - 06.2003
- Led quality assurance initiatives to enhance product reliability and customer satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented quality control procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices for quality management systems.
- Analyzed production processes to identify areas for improvement and reduce defects.
Education
GED -
Anderson County High
Clinton,TN05-1999
Skills
- Self-discipline
- Mental toughness
- Focus and concentration
- Coachability
- Strategic thinking
- Emotional control
- Performance analysis
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Limited Working
Timeline
Night Maintenance Technician
Cracker Barrell Old Country Store
06.2023 - 11.2025
Finishing Floater/Team Leader
Aisin Automotive Casting Tennessee, Inc.
05.2015 - 03.2022
Production Supervisor
Intex Enterprises
03.2005 - 03.2007
Quality Manager
Pacific Coast Feather Company
03.2000 - 06.2003
Professional Athlete/Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Instructor
Independant
01.1995 - Current
GED -
Anderson County High