John Sipes
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Seasoned Operations Supervisor with proven background in managing teams, streamlining processes, and enhancing productivity. Known for strong leadership skills, ability to make strategic decisions, and commitment to operational excellence. Key contributions include implementation of process improvements that have significantly improved efficiency across various operations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor of Operations
J and e handy services
Des Moines, Iowa
12.2023 - Current
- Motivated and evaluated personnel for performance improvement and goal achievement.
- Participated in subordinates' tasks to facilitate productivity or help overcome difficulties.
- Guided employees on understanding and meeting changing customer needs and expectations.
- Partnered with vendors to negotiate contracts for services related to operations.
- Recruited, interviewed and selected employees to fill vacant roles.
- Managed scheduling, training and inventory control.
- Developed work schedules according to budgets and workloads, covering priority tasks.
- Monitored employee productivity levels to identify areas for improvement or additional resources needed.
- Guided employees in handling difficult or complex problems.
- Reviewed reports on employee attendance, productivity and effectiveness to evaluate performance.
- Tracked and replenished inventory to maintain par levels.
Machine Shop Supervisor
Tjr equipment
Marion , Indiana
12.2018 - 04.2020
- Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule and carry out jobs effectively.
- Calculated labor and equipment requirements and production specifications using standard formulas to boost sustainability.
- Provided technical support to machinists regarding complex operations involving CNC lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses.
- Conferred with management and subordinates to resolve problems or complaints.
- Recommended opportunities for growth and advancement to motivate employees.
Forman
KBR Construction
Houston, Texas
02.2013 - 03.2017
- Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
- Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Over form setters and finishers ,rebar,and welders
Concrete Laborer
Fowler Construction Company
Rio Vista , TX
12.1993 - 12.1998
- Prepared and cleaned surfaces for finishing to reduce holes and cracks.
- Applied hardening and sealing compounds to cure concrete surface.
- Created requested finishes and results using small gravel for pebble appearance and other techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rio Vista High School
Rio Vista, TX05-1993
Skills
- Recruitment and hiring
- Damage control
- Certified welder(mig -flux core and hardwire) structural
- Apprentice plumbing license
- 30 plus years hands on trading in construction
Timeline
Supervisor of Operations
J and e handy services
12.2023 - Current
Machine Shop Supervisor
Tjr equipment
12.2018 - 04.2020
Forman
KBR Construction
02.2013 - 03.2017
Concrete Laborer
Fowler Construction Company
12.1993 - 12.1998
High School Diploma -
Rio Vista High School