John LaCosse Jr
Gladstone
Summary
Proven foreman with strong crew leadership, safety compliance, and effective communication skills. Successfully managed diverse teams, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and driving productivity improvements.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman
EMP
Escanaba
09.1994 - Current
- Managed crew assignments and delegated tasks to align skills with project needs, enhancing team efficiency.
- Facilitated training sessions for new employees on safety protocols and job procedures.
- Implemented best practices for material handling to reduce waste and improve productivity.
- Communicated effectively with team members to foster a positive work environment and teamwork.
- Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
- Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Established clear expectations and motivated crews to achieve and exceed project goals.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for job completion.
- Coordinated with other departments to align resources and ensure timely project completion.
- Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
- Tracked and reported units and labor hours prior to submission of timecards.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
Air Force airman
USAF
Many
07.1988 - 09.1994
- Coordinated logistical support for efficient shipment of goods and materials to various locations.
- Managed inventory levels to optimize product availability and prevent shortages.
- Trained staff on best practices for logistics operations and safety procedures.
- Contributed to logistics planning and forecasting to align operations with future demand.
- Performed periodic audits of inventory accuracy in order to maintain accurate records.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to ensure accuracy and integrity of stock levels.
- Operated all terrain vehicles, forklifts, and trucks to complete tasks.
- Certified as a self-aide / buddy care instructor.
- Honored Desert Storm veteran with experience in military operations and teamwork.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Gender Studies
Bay De Noc Community College
Escanaba, MISkills
- Crew leadership
- Safety compliance
- Workplace safety
- Quality inspection
- Material handling
- Blueprint interpretation
- Workforce scheduling
- Daily reporting
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Dedicated work ethic
Timeline
Foreman
EMP
09.1994 - Current
Air Force airman
USAF
07.1988 - 09.1994
Some College (No Degree) - Gender Studies
Bay De Noc Community College