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Joshua Franks

Carthage,TX

Summary

Operations professional prepared to excel in leadership role within dynamic environment. Known for driving process improvements and ensuring operational excellence. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Expertise in operational management and problem-solving, valued for reliability and strategic thinking.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Operator

Waste Connections
01.2021 - Current
  • Conducted routine inspections and maintenance of vehicles and tools.
  • Supported management decision-making by compiling operational and production data into daily logs.
  • Performed safety checks on machines and production equipment.
  • Established strong working relationships with colleagues from different departments to facilitate collaboration and information sharing across functional areas.
  • Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.

Foreman

Texas Iron and Steel
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Address Customer’s needs based on materials they purchased/ordered.
  • Oversee the Training of new Hires and retraining of current employees on Proper safety techniques around a warehouse. Especially around overhead cranes using predetermined safety sheets every week.
  • Trained new employees on equipment handling and operational procedures for increased efficiency.
  • Inspected work sites for compliance with safety regulations and quality standards, implementing corrective actions as needed.
  • Managed inventory of materials, ensuring timely availability for ongoing projects to avoid delays.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Monitored progress against established benchmarks, adjusting strategies as necessary to meet targets consistently.

Laborer/Foreman

MAX FOOTE CONSTRUCTION
03.2009 - 01.2020
  • Repair and Maintain equipment and supplies needed to complete jobs.
  • Keep track of all inventory in warehouse and on the yard incoming and outgoing. Deliver Equipment to Job sites.
  • Maintain strict safety policies including but not limited to Slip, Trip, and Fall, Proper PPE, Hot/Cold Weather safety, Confined Space, etc. Usually performed by safety meeting using preassigned information every week.
  • Trained new hires on equipment usage, safety practices, and construction procedures.
  • Coordinated labor assignments, optimizing crew efficiency and productivity on-site.
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and project specifications.
  • Collaborated with project managers to plan workflow and allocate resources effectively.
  • Facilitated communication between crew members and management to enhance team cohesion.
  • Operated heavy equipment to move supplies and machinery.
  • Led crews, planned work and distributed daily assignments.

Education

No Degree - Cyber security

Colorado Technical University
Colorado
06.2018

High School Diploma -

Carthage High School
Carthage, TX
06.2005

Skills

  • Mechanical and carpentry skills

  • Operate heavy machinery

  • Moderate expertise in computer systems

  • Internet connectivity solutions

  • Experienced CDL operator

  • Machine maintenance

  • Safety compliance

  • Lockout and tagout processes

Accomplishments

  • Supervised teams of 2 - 10 staff members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Timeline

Lead Operator

Waste Connections
01.2021 - Current

Foreman

Texas Iron and Steel
01.2020 - 01.2021

Laborer/Foreman

MAX FOOTE CONSTRUCTION
03.2009 - 01.2020

No Degree - Cyber security

Colorado Technical University

High School Diploma -

Carthage High School

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