James Newell
Summary
Responsible leader bringing 10 years of food safety, intricate focus on productivity and quality objectives. Knowledgeable about materials, components, and finished projects to jump into any position with ease. Lend advanced interpersonal communications skills, preparing technical reports and writing SOPs. Detail-oriented approach to accurately meeting all deadlines and known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in operational oversight, quality control procedures, and team leadership. Excel in communication, problem-solving, adaptability, ensuring seamless operations and project success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Operator
IFF
Pryor
07.2017 - Current
- Led team in daily production activities, optimizing workflow and resource allocation.
- Developed and implemented process improvements to increase production efficiency.
- Operated and monitored production equipment to ensure consistent performance.
- Maintained high-level communication with direct supervisors to support rapid issue resolution.
- Documented production data to support compliance and facilitate accurate reporting.
- Created and maintained daily activity logs to track ongoing operational performance.
Store Manager
O’Reilly Auto
Pryor
03.2012 - 07.2017
- Managed inventory through cycle counts, audits, and shrinkage control to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
- Assessed store performance and utilized feedback to develop and execute targeted improvement plans.
- Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
- Built relationships with key customers and stakeholders to grow business networks and locate new opportunities.
- Analyzed financial statements and sales reports to track productivity and assess goal achievement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management And Accounting
Rogers State University
Claremore, OK 08.2012 - 05.2017
Skills
- Process improvement
- Workflow management
- Data documentation
- Customer relationship management
- Team leadership
- Operational efficiency
Certification
- OSHA certification
- ServSafe Managers certification
Affiliations
- Raising two children with my wife
- Competition BBQ
- Traveling and seeing the country
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Operator
IFF
07.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Business Management And Accounting
Rogers State University
08.2012 - 05.2017
Store Manager
O’Reilly Auto
03.2012 - 07.2017