James Newman
Depew,NY
Summary
Dynamic operations manager with a proven track record at Capstone Logistics LLC, enhancing efficiency through strategic process improvements and effective team training. Skilled in budget control and relationship building, I foster a motivated workforce that consistently meets aggressive targets while ensuring safety and compliance in all operations. Rebuilt entire work force from the ground up and improved revenue.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager\lead
Capstone Logistics LLC.
02.2018 - 10.2023
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced delays.
- Trained team members on best practices for inventory management and logistics procedures.
- Coordinated scheduling of resources to maximize productivity and meet client demands.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Weekly safely meeting to ensure safe work environment.
- Trained all employees on warehouse equipment.
- All data entry and invoices and personal files.
- Established good relations with partners.
Lead\loader
FHI\Wegmans
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Led loading operations, ensuring efficient and accurate placement of products for distribution.
- Supervised team members, providing training on safety protocols and best practices in loading procedures.
- Coordinated daily schedules to optimize workflow and minimize downtime during loading processes.
- Implemented strategies to enhance loading efficiency, reducing product damage during transport.
- Trained all new employees and created training program.
Manager
Billy D's Lawn Care
03.2013 - 01.2016
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring timely lawn care services and high customer satisfaction.
- Managed scheduling and resource allocation for multiple crew teams to optimize efficiency.
- Developed training programs for new staff, enhancing skill levels and service quality.
- Led all landscaping projects.
- Maintain all equipment and repairs.
Kitchen Staff Member
United Methodist Church
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Prepared and organized ingredients for daily menu items to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
- Operated kitchen equipment, maintaining cleanliness and adhering to safety standards.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies to minimize waste and ensure availability.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes, enhancing service speed.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
Kitchen Staff Member\Event Staff
First Presbyterian Church Of Atlanta
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Prepared and organized food items for community meals, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen operations and improve service efficiency.
- Trained new staff on proper food handling techniques and kitchen equipment usage.
- Managed inventory levels, assisting in ordering supplies to minimize waste and ensure availability.
- Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
- Setup all weddings events.
Carpenter's Assistant
Restore Construction Group
02.2008 - 02.2011
- Assisted in measuring, cutting, and assembling materials for various construction projects.
- Collaborated with carpenters to execute project plans and maintain safety standards on-site.
- Operated hand and power tools to support efficient workflow during renovations and new builds.
- Supported inventory management by organizing materials and maintaining cleanliness in work areas.
- Assisted in the installation of framework, flooring systems, walls, doors, windows, cabinets, and trim work for diverse projects.
Traveling Salesman
National Team Sports
03.2004 - 08.2008
- Developed strong client relationships to drive repeat business and enhance customer loyalty.
- Implemented effective sales strategies to increase product visibility in competitive markets.
- Trained and mentored junior sales staff to improve team performance and achieve sales targets.
- Transported all products across the country.
- Setup new store locations across 30 states.
- Collected all revenue and paid distributors.
- Established new warehouse and created inventory system.
Education
High School Diploma - CAD(computer Aided Design)
Depew High School
Depew, NY06.2020
Skills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Staff training and development
- Task delegation
- Documentation and reporting
- Relationship building
- Operations management
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Shift scheduling
- Policy implementation
- Performance evaluations
- Budget control
- Expense tracking
- Safety procedures
- Employee onboarding
- Coaching and mentoring
- Policy and procedure development
- Recruiting and interviewing
- Partnership development
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Positive attitude
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Manager\lead
Capstone Logistics LLC.
02.2018 - 10.2023
Lead\loader
FHI\Wegmans
02.2016 - 02.2018
Manager
Billy D's Lawn Care
03.2013 - 01.2016
Kitchen Staff Member
United Methodist Church
01.2011 - 01.2013
Kitchen Staff Member\Event Staff
First Presbyterian Church Of Atlanta
01.2011 - 01.2013
Carpenter's Assistant
Restore Construction Group
02.2008 - 02.2011
Traveling Salesman
National Team Sports
03.2004 - 08.2008
High School Diploma - CAD(computer Aided Design)
Depew High School