Jay Berner
Wood Entertainment
Hancock
19
years of professional experience
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in supervising daily operations. Known for implementing effective preventive maintenance practices and process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and ensure adherence to quality and safety standards.
Work History
Onsite Manager
9 Years 8 Months- Supervised daily operations to ensure adherence to work schedules and quality standards.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure adherence to production schedules and quality standards.
- Coordinated logistics and scheduling for events, optimizing resource allocation and workflow efficiency.
- Developed training programs for team members, enhancing skills and improving overall performance.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced operational delays and increased team productivity.
- Streamlined onsite operations for increased efficiency, implementing new processes and organizational systems.
- Managed daily onsite activities, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to safety protocols.
- Resolved conflicts among team members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to productivity.
- Conducted regular site inspections to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Superintendent
6 Years 8 Months- Oversaw event logistics, ensuring seamless execution of all operational aspects.
- Coordinated team efforts to meet project deadlines and deliver high-quality events.
- Developed and implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in event management and safety protocols.
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Implemented safety protocols for reduced workplace accidents and improved employee wellbeing.
- Conducted regular site inspections to maintain compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Enforced rigorous safety procedures during daily operations, creating a safe working environment for all personnel involved in the project''s execution process.
- Resolved conflicts between staff and customers swiftly and professionally.
- Scheduled and supervised maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings and grounds.
- Incorporated innovative construction techniques into projects, resulting in improved efficiency and overall quality of workmanship.
- Reduced truancy rates by developing and implementing effective attendance policies.
- Spearheaded adoption of green initiatives, reducing company's carbon footprint and operational costs.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
Consultant
4 Years 9 Months- Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Fostered a culture of innovation and creativity within the project team, leading to improved problem-solving capabilities and enhanced outcomes.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Completed projects within tight deadlines, coordinating team efforts and prioritizing tasks effectively.
Education
High School Diploma
No Degree - Forestry
Skills
Employee coaching and mentoring
Preventive Maintenance
Complex Problem-solving
Class A CDL
Mechanical
Electrical/ Industrial controls
Hydraulics/ Pneumatics
Naarso Level 3 amusement ride inspector
Timeline
Onsite Manager
Wood Entertainment
09.2016 - 05.2026Read More
Superintendent
Fernandez Events
01.2010 - 09.2016Read More
Consultant
ILC
09.2007 - 06.2012Read More
Michigan Technological University
No Degree from Forestry
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Hancock Central
High School Diploma
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