Joshua Robinson
Nashville,TN
Summary
Adept at enhancing team productivity and efficiency, my tenure at Manpower Staffing showcased my ability to lead with a focus on safety and performance improvement. Leveraging skills in machine operation and team motivation, I successfully developed a diverse and inclusive culture, achieving significant improvements in team performance metrics.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader
Manpower Staffing
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Reason for Leaving -Laid Off
Labor
Express Employment
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Enhanced project efficiency by effectively coordinating and allocating labor resources.
- Created comprehensive proposals outlining project scope, timeline, cost estimates, as well as potential risks and mitigation strategies.
- Developed strong professional relationships with suppliers to secure competitive pricing on materials needed for various projects.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
- Reason for Leaving- Laid Off
Team Leader
Ryder Integrated Logistics
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Reason for Leaving-Hours was cut from 75 to 20 a week
Supervisor
DB Schenker
03.2019 - 08.2022
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Led successful project completions under tight deadlines, coordinating effectively across multiple teams.
- Machine Operator
- Warehouse Shipping and Receiving Products
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Reason for Leaving - Relocate to Tennessee
Construction Supervisor
Castle Law Concrete
02.2017 - 03.2019
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Developed strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials at competitive prices.
- Increased client satisfaction with clear communication, timely updates, and quick resolution of issues.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards throughout each project phase.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Finishing
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Reason for Leaving - Seasonal Worker
Machine Operator
Steel Manufacturing and Warehouse
01.2015 - 02.2017
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Upheld high-quality standards while meeting tight deadlines during periods of increased demand.
- Monitored compliance with plant procedures, safety, and sanitation protocols as well as government regulation.
- Managed and monitored processes and machine systems by observing readings on control boards.
- Controlled manufacturing plant operations using SCADA software.
- Increased production efficiency by meticulously calibrating machinery before each shift.
- Reason for Leaving- Out of Business
Team Leader
Wingfoot Commercial Tire Systems
12.2007 - 11.2015
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Commercial Tires Assembly
- Machine Operator
- Reason for Leaving - Out of Business
Plumber Technician
Roto-Rooter
02.2013 - 01.2015
- Installed, repaired and maintained water, gas and sewer systems.
- Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
- Collaborated with construction teams to ensure seamless integration of plumbing systems into new building projects.
- Completed complex plumbing installations for residential and commercial clients, resulting in increased revenue for the company.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Maintained, installed, repaired and altered piping systems, plumbing fixtures, traps and soil waste and vent pipes.
- Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Reason for Leaving- Sold Franchises
Equipment Operator
Dudley Yard
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Reduced downtime by conducting pre-use inspections and addressing potential issues proactively.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Enhanced project outcomes by adjusting equipment settings according to specific job requirements.
- Reason for Leaving- Sold Company
Education
James Madison Homeschool
Atlanta, GA02.2007
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Machine Operator Warehouse Shipping
- Maintenance on Machines
- Equipment Operator
- Stand up and Sit Down lifts
- Palletize repair
- Computer
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Team motivation
- Team supervision
- People management
- Staff training
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Coaching and mentoring
- Documentation and reporting
- Performance improvement
- Work planning
- Quality improvement
- Daily workflow improvement
- Leading team meetings
- Safety
- Safety processes and procedures
- Issue resolution
- Shift scheduling
- Performance evaluations
- Influencing skills
- Overtime management
- Call center operations
- Lean manufacturing
- Deadline management
- Employee training
- Workflow management
- Project management
- Team assessment
- Leadership
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork
- Reliability
- System monitoring
- Radio communications
- Alarm management
- Process safety
- Equipment maintenance
- Controls monitoring
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Choreography adaptation
- Stage presence
- Script memorization
Timeline
Team Leader
Manpower Staffing
09.2024 - 11.2024
Labor
Express Employment
03.2024 - 09.2024
Team Leader
Ryder Integrated Logistics
08.2022 - 02.2024
Supervisor
DB Schenker
03.2019 - 08.2022
Construction Supervisor
Castle Law Concrete
02.2017 - 03.2019
Machine Operator
Steel Manufacturing and Warehouse
01.2015 - 02.2017
Plumber Technician
Roto-Rooter
02.2013 - 01.2015
Equipment Operator
Dudley Yard
01.2008 - 01.2013
Team Leader
Wingfoot Commercial Tire Systems
12.2007 - 11.2015
James Madison Homeschool