James Ketchens
Copperas Cove
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Wilsonart LLC, excelling in schedule optimization and workflow improvement. Recognized for enhancing efficiency and maintaining safety compliance while fostering teamwork. Adept at quality control and empowering team members, driving significant improvements in operational performance and communication.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Schedule Optimizer
Wilsonart LLC
10.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Change out patterns on schedules.
- Prioritize the submitted schedule changes.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Streamlined workflows for increased efficiency, reducing turnaround times for critical tasks.
Hauser Operator
Wilsonart, LLC
06.2023 - 10.2024
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
Table Leader
Wilsonart, LLC
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and safety within the workplace, adhering to all relevant regulations and guidelines.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistent excellence in service delivery across all aspects of operation.
- Streamlined operations with effective communication and coordination among team members.
- Championed company values and policies, leading by example as an ethical and responsible table leader.
- Trained new employees.
Team Leader
Wilsonart, LLC
12.2019 - 06.2022
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Established clear communication channels to facilitate timely exchange of information between team members.
- Oversaw safety procedures, maintaining high standards for all team members.
Education
GED -
Temple High School
Temple, TX06-1991
Skills
- Schedule optimization
- Workflow improvement
- Quality control
- Safety Compliance
Timeline
Schedule Optimizer
Wilsonart LLC
10.2024 - Current
Hauser Operator
Wilsonart, LLC
06.2023 - 10.2024
Table Leader
Wilsonart, LLC
06.2022 - 06.2023
Team Leader
Wilsonart, LLC
12.2019 - 06.2022
GED -
Temple High School
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