Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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James Slade

McDonough,GA

Summary

Highly organized and skilled in coordinating production schedules to optimize manufacturing processes. Experience in ensuring timely procurement of materials, effective inventory management, and expediting orders to meet critical deadlines. Strong problem-solving abilities and adept at improving workflow efficiency. Successfully minimized delays and contributed to consistently meeting production targets through strategic planning and execution. Knowledgeable Production Controller with comprehensive experience performing production and inventory control. Manages multiple projects at once and consistently meets all project deadlines. Proficient in resolving complex problems.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Broker

JTM Premier Real Estate Group
McDonough, GA
06.1997 - Current
  • Participated in continuous professional development activities to stay current with financial products, market conditions, and regulatory changes.
  • Monitored market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers to evaluate opportunities to reduce costs.
  • Assisted customers in making informed decisions about their investments based on current market conditions.
  • Fostered strong professional relationships with financial institutions, asset managers, and other industry professionals.
  • Made bids and offers to buy or sell securities.
  • Discussed client financial options to keep customers informed regarding transactions.
  • Crafted and implemented marketing strategies to attract new clients and expand market presence.
  • Discussed ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, adding value and aiding business performance for continuous improvement.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, making critical decisions under tight deadlines to safeguard client interests.
  • Collaborated with legal and tax professionals to ensure all transactions complied with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Coordinated with internal teams, including analysts and support staff, to ensure seamless execution of investment strategies and client service.
  • Negotiated between sellers and buyers over property prices and settlement deals.
  • Conducted thorough due diligence prior to making any recommendations or purchases.

Production Control Clerk

Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia
West Point, GA
03.2008 - 08.2022
  • Communicated with warehouse personnel regarding product availability and delivery schedules.
  • Distributed work orders to departments.
  • Monitored inventories and ensured stock levels were maintained at all times.
  • Assisted in resolving issues related to production control processes.
  • Developed inventory control techniques to reduce losses and maintain optimal levels.
  • Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
  • Collaborated with management team in order to develop strategies that enhance operational efficiency.
  • Managed movement of materials and product through production.
  • Coordinated with vendors on inventory orders, shipments, and returns.
  • Planned and monitored material movement in production cycles.
  • Worked closely with other departments to coordinate resources for efficient completion of projects.
  • Managed logistics activities such as scheduling transportation services, tracking shipments.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Lead Ramp Agent

Delta Air Lines, Inc
Atlanta, GA
05.2004 - 11.2012
  • Ensured compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and safety standards.
  • Loaded and unloaded aircraft cargo, passenger baggage and freight.
  • Maintained clear communication with team members and supervisors using radios and hand signals.
  • Collaborated with airline personnel regarding changes in departure times or gate assignments.
  • Conducted weight and balance calculations to ensure aircraft safety.
  • Utilized specialized equipment such as forklifts, belt loaders and tuggers safely while performing job duties.
  • Worked in various weather conditions to ensure continuous airport operations.
  • Maintained on-time connections by guiding aircraft to and from gate positions.
  • Adhered to strict timelines for the turnaround of flights.
  • Operated ground support equipment, such as tugs, conveyor belts, and forklifts.
  • Applied barcodes to cargo and used digital scanners to track and locate materials during transportation.
  • Communicated via headset radio with ground crew, flight crew and tow person about ramp operations and flight requirements.
  • Operated conveyor belts, push-back tractors and aircraft tugs daily.
  • Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
  • Monitored and reported any irregularities in baggage or cargo, such as damaged goods.
  • Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
  • Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
  • Loaded and unloaded baggage and other cargo, transporting to and from aircraft.
  • Assisted in de-icing aircraft and removing snow or debris from operational areas.
  • Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
  • Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Tourism And Hotel Management/Accounting

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
06-1989

Associate of Science - Hotel, Motel, And Restaurant Management

Jefferson Community College
Watertown, NY
06-1983

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Communication skills
  • Problem solving
  • Supply chain coordination
  • Time management
  • Logistics coordination
  • Materials management
  • Material planning
  • Quality control
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Production coordination
  • Review documents
  • Teamwork
  • Maintain inventory
  • Warehouse management systems
  • Computer literacy
  • Critical thinking
  • Reliability

Accomplishments

  • Extensive training and hands-on experience in sit -down forklift operation and tugger equipment.
  • Proficient in computer based input and output processes, inventory control and management.
  • Experienced in scanning inventory in and out of designated area and tracking inventory movement throughout the process to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
  • Experienced in meet production targets.

Certification

  • Licensed Real Estate Broker in Georgia and Florida.

Timeline

Production Control Clerk

Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia
03.2008 - 08.2022

Lead Ramp Agent

Delta Air Lines, Inc
05.2004 - 11.2012

Broker

JTM Premier Real Estate Group
06.1997 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Tourism And Hotel Management/Accounting

Florida State University

Associate of Science - Hotel, Motel, And Restaurant Management

Jefferson Community College
James Slade