Open To Work
JOHN COALE
Keedysville,MD
Work Preference
Summary
Operations manager with a proven track record in enhancing profitability through lean management and strategic planning. Expertise in mentoring teams to improve performance and operational efficiency while maintaining compliance with quality and safety standards.
Overview
1
1
Certification
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
AMARR COMPANY
Elkridge, Maryland
03.2022 - Current
- Oversight and overall responsibility of Manufacturing, Warehouse, and customer care teams
- Manage the budget, financial resources, and financial performance of the department or business.
- Monitor expenses, revenue, and profitability, and make financial decisions to ensure the company's financial health.
- Review financial statements, sales or activity reports to measure productivity and goal achievement to identify areas needing cost reduction and program improvement.
- Increased profitability through safety prioritization and Lean Management implementation, including 5S.
- Identified improvement areas and initiated changes using Value Stream Mapping to enhance operational efficiency.
- Implement quality control processes and measures to meet or exceed industry standards.
- Oversaw installation processes to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Developed and implemented business strategies, goals, and objectives aligned with the company's mission and vision.
- Create plans for long-term growth and profitability.
- Provided mentorship to managers to enhance leadership skills, supervisors, and team leaders.
DC Operation Supervisor
Tractor Supply Distribution Center
09.2020 - 02.2022
- Establishes daily production goals and monitors intraday performance to achieve these goals.
- Monitored production standards and developed programs that enhanced operational throughput.
- Coached team members to achieve production goals, fostering accountability and skill development.
- Assists the Operations Manager in problem resolution relating to production, standard operating procedures, safety and quality.
- Evaluates the performance of Team Members and communicates feedback regarding job performance and expectations in a timely manner.
- Participated in root cause analysis, identifying problems and recommending actionable changes.
- Observed team members' activities and work methods to identify improvement opportunities.
- Perform research and analysis; assist in the design and development of distribution processes which include quality, safety, cost reduction and operations to facilitate continuous process improvement.
- Participate in distribution project teams acting as a co-facilitator or facilitator act as a project manager on assigned projects.
Warehouse Manager
Midasco
Elkridge, Maryland
04.2009 - 08.2020
- Met warehouse financial standards by monitoring expenditures, identifying variances, and providing annual budget information.
- Maintained warehouse inventory by conducting monthly physical counts and reconciling variances.
- Trained employees on procedures and enforced policies to ensure compliance and optimize warehouse operations.
- Developed and distributed daily reports that improved coordination and informed decision-making for warehouse departments and operational planners.
- Updated training matrices, documentation, and materials and implemented strategies to maintain team compliance with SOPs.
- Planned long-range warehousing needs based on sales forecasts and input from management.
- Collaborated with senior management to create continuous improvement strategies that enhanced service quality, profitability, and growth.
- Communicated information and updates via regular meetings and one-on-one support to continuously improve warehouse operations.
Technician
Chrysler Corporation
Newark, Delaware
05.1994 - 03.2009
- Operated machinery to assemble vehicle components efficiently.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and safety.
- Utilized a variety of hand tools including soldering irons, screwdrivers, pliers, cutters, wire strippers and crimpers.
- Participated in training to maintain technical expertise and proficiency on applicable equipment.
- Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore functionality.
Education
Applied Science - Associate of Applied Science
TESST College of Technology
Towson, MD12-2011
Skills
- P&L management
- Lean management
- Process improvement
- Quality control
- Strategic planning
- Team leadership
- Performance evaluation
- Effective communication
Certification
- Six Sigma Certification
- OSHA 30
- Lean Six Sigma Certification
- OSHA 10
Languages
English
Military Service
E-4, United States Army, US, Communication Specialist
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
Operations Manager
AMARR COMPANY
03.2022 - Current
DC Operation Supervisor
Tractor Supply Distribution Center
09.2020 - 02.2022
Warehouse Manager
Midasco
04.2009 - 08.2020
Technician
Chrysler Corporation
05.1994 - 03.2009
Applied Science - Associate of Applied Science
TESST College of Technology