Justin Woodruff
LAWRENCEBURG,IN
Summary
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Operations Supervisor
Proximo Distillers Indiana
Lawrenceburg , IN
2023.09 - Current
- Led continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and enhancing overall productivity levels within organization.
- Increased production output by optimizing equipment usage and scheduling preventive maintenance programs.
- Spearheaded task force to address and resolve recurring operational bottlenecks, significantly improving process efficiency.
- Optimized resource allocation through careful planning and monitoring of inventory levels, staffing needs, and equipment maintenance schedules.
- Led cross-functional teams to improve project execution, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to ensure consistency across shift.
- Coordinated emergency response plans in times of crisis situations or natural disasters affecting company operations.
- Developed and implemented training program for new hires, accelerating their time to full productivity.
- Identified root causes of issues through data analysis, leading to targeted solutions that improved overall performance.
- Streamlined workflows with strategic planning and effective communication among team members.
- Championed organizational change, effectively managing resistance and fostering positive environment for growth and innovation.
- Optimized resource allocation by analyzing capacity constraints and strategically prioritizing projects based on potential impact.
- Managed performance metrics to track progress and identify areas of opportunity for further improvements.
- Established culture of continuous improvement by promoting best practices, fostering open communication, and providing ongoing feedback to team members.
Operations Lead
PDI
Lawrenceburg , IN
2022.10 - Current
- Performed quality control and monitored production efforts.
- Managed and allocated staff and material resources to meet production goals.
- Planned operations and activities, and led projects.
- Coordinated internal assignments, scheduling and communications to extend informational transparency and workforce management.
- Oversaw problem resolution to address barriers to operational efficiency.
- Created programs and circulated internal resources to enhance workers' technical and safety standards knowledge, according to regulatory and organizational expectations.
- Recommended actionable changes, lead provisioning and draft plans to maintain operational status.
- Motivated and trained employees to maximize team productivity.
- Enforced regulatory and company policy compliance to improve workplace and employee safety and readiness.
- Compiled training materials for new employees and tracked skill development.
- Evaluated team member performance and productivity, provided feedback and implemented corrective actions.
- Conducted root cause analysis in deficient areas to identify and resolve issues.
- Analyzed department metrics and performance and reported findings to management.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed issues with management.
- Supervised and coordinated production activities of site facilities to meet set production and work targets to meet safety standards.
- Actively participated in team projects and met critical deadlines.
- Instructed team members on safety protocols and monitored workers' adherence to such measures.
- Experienced with plant start-up and shut down, process plant monitoring, wellhead surveillance and well testing.
- Demonstrated strong capacity for team building by leading site preparation team to complete mission-critical projects on time or ahead of schedule.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills through positive interactions with site managers, outside contractors and junior on-site staff.
Operator
PDI
Lawrenceburg , IN
2022.02 - 2022.10
- Demonstrated proper use of equipment to newly hired employees to avoid workplace injuries.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Monitored machinery in operation to identify concerns and make corrections or report complex problems.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Displayed good knowledge of safe operating and emergency procedures development and implementation.
- Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Inspected and adjusted work performed to meet expectations.
General Laborer, ETS, Equipment Operator
2018.10 - 2022.03
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Expanded revenue by effectively prioritizing jobs and processing work orders.
- Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables.
- Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on project requirements and keep teams on tight schedules.
- Guaranteed on-time and under-budget deliverables by strategically managing projects.
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
Ambassador
Amazon
Hebron , KY
2016.08 - 2018.10
- Crew training
- Performed troubleshooting to resolve issues with equipment, devices and products.
- Assisted team with operational policies and procedures to drive services.
- Revised and developed procedures to reduce risk and achieve compliance.
- Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
- Adhered to industry best practices for warehousing, material handling and documentation.
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Monitored employee performance and offered mentoring and leadership to improve any deficiencies.
- Supported production workers in meeting goals without compromising safety and compliance.
- Monitored adherence to safety protocols and company policies by staying attentive to details.
- Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
- Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
FOH Manager
Don Pablos
Newport , KY
2015.04 - 2016.08
- Drove excellent customer service through coaching, role modeling and incorporating customer feedback to reinforce and improve quality of service.
- Supervised dining table set-up to prepare for diversity of event types, following strict service standards.
- Resolved guests complaints while maintaining positive customer environment.
- Managed inventory through effectively ordering and stocking uniforms, linens, beverages and front of house supplies.
- Maintained positive team environment by encouraging teamwork and respect in accordance with company mission.
- Managed dining and bar costs by conducting weekly depletion analysis.
- Managed day-to-day FOH operations to drive quality, standards and meet customer expectations.
- Controlled cash and credit receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures to comply with company policies and procedures.
- Adhered to safe work practices, food safety regulations and corporate guidelines.
- Demonstrated leadership by keeping up with cleanliness and organization and delegating roles to employees.
- Assisted staff in building menu expertise to answer customer questions and make personal recommendations.
- Initiated server side-work chart rotation to promote solidarity and standard of cleanliness.
- Created and distributed staff schedules and maintained time cards to facilitate efficient payroll process.
- Helped hosts and hostesses execute timely and efficient processes to drive first class guest service.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Dearborn High School
Aurora, IN 2009.08 - 2013.05
Skills
Project estimation and bidding
Problem-solving
Project Management
Job site preparation
General tool knowledge
Tool and equipment maintenance
Policies and procedures
Staff Management
Job inspections
Verbal and written communication
Order picking and processing
Quality control
Warehouse safety
Staff supervision
Employee Development
Motivational attitude
Timeline
Operations Supervisor
Proximo Distillers Indiana
2023.09 - Current
Operations Lead
PDI
2022.10 - Current
Operator
PDI
2022.02 - 2022.10
General Laborer, ETS, Equipment Operator
2018.10 - 2022.03
Ambassador
Amazon
2016.08 - 2018.10
FOH Manager
Don Pablos
2015.04 - 2016.08
High School Diploma -
South Dearborn High School
2009.08 - 2013.05
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