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Joe Colvin

Rayville,LA

Summary

Dynamic operations supervisor with a proven track record at Kennedy Rice Dryer, excelling in team leadership and conflict resolution. Expert in capital improvement management and staff evaluation, driving initiatives that enhanced customer satisfaction and streamlined processes. Committed to fostering a positive work environment while ensuring compliance with safety procedures.

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supervisor of Operations

Kennedy Rice Dryer
01.1996 - 05.2025
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
  • Completed bi-weekly payroll for four employees.
  • Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
  • Interceded between employees during arguments and diffused tense situations.

Diesel Engineman

US Navy
04.1990 - 06.1994
  • Completed frequent inspections, identified concerns and corrected problems independently.
  • Checked supply levels against expected voyage requirements and requisitioned required supplies.
  • Upheld company, port and USCG requirements to maintain optimal operations.
  • Performed daily log updates and generated reports for supervisors.
  • Performed or participated in emergency drills as required.
  • Operated or maintained off-loading liquid pumps or valves.
  • Maintained clean, organized and safe engine rooms always ready for team and USCG inspections.
  • Oversaw scheduled and corrective maintenance of AC/R and small boat engine systems.
  • Performed thorough, accurate and efficient repairs and preventive maintenance.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.

Education

Veteran's Program - Computer Operations

Louisiana Delta Community College
Monroe, LA
01-2023

High School Diploma -

Mangham High School
Mangham, LA
05-1989

Skills

  • Capital improvement management
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Staff evaluation
  • Performance evaluation
  • Quality assurance
  • Team leadership
  • Safety procedures
  • Workforce planning
  • Maintenance oversight
  • Task delegation
  • Inventory control
  • Conflict resolution
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Facilities inspection
  • Team development
  • Equipment management

Certification

  • Certified Diesel Engineman, US Navy - !990 - 1994

Timeline

Supervisor of Operations

Kennedy Rice Dryer
01.1996 - 05.2025

Diesel Engineman

US Navy
04.1990 - 06.1994

Veteran's Program - Computer Operations

Louisiana Delta Community College

High School Diploma -

Mangham High School

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