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Keith Cornett

Shady Valley,TN

Summary

Seasoned Supervisor with history of effectively managing teams and overseeing operations. Skilled in identifying areas for improvement, implementing new processes, and fostering staff development. Strengths include problem-solving abilities, strong leadership skills, and communication capabilities. Previous roles demonstrate significant positive impacts on workflow efficiency and team productivity.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor

Special T Mfg./ ZHR Holdings
Meadowview, VA
10.2013 - Current
  • Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
  • Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
  • Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements, leading to cost reductions and increased productivity.
  • Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, job duties, and performance expectations.
  • Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
  • Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
  • Implemented new operational procedures, increasing efficiency.
  • Addressed and resolved interpersonal conflicts within the team, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
  • Developed and maintained a safe working environment, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
  • Participated in recruitment efforts by interviewing prospective candidates for open positions.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Coordinated with other department supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and project alignment.
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and setting individual goals.
  • Monitored employee attendance, addressing any punctuality or absenteeism issues.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
  • Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
  • Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
  • Evaluated employee performance through periodic reviews and documented results accordingly.
  • Managed team of XX employees, ensuring high productivity and quality standards were met.
  • Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
  • Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
  • Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Acted as a liaison between upper management and staff, facilitating open communication.
  • Prepared and presented reports on team performance, challenges, and achievements to senior management.
  • Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
  • Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
  • Managed scheduling for staff, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times and projects.
  • Streamlined workflow processes, reducing project completion times.
  • Tracked progress on projects and provided timely feedback to staff members.
  • Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Fabrication Manager

Steel Fabricators
Abingdon, VA
09.1990 - 10.2013
  • Conducted regular inspections of completed projects before they are shipped out.
  • Scheduled regular maintenance for all equipment used in the fabrication process.
  • Evaluated current techniques used in the fabrication process and suggested improvements as necessary.
  • Provided technical support to ensure all equipment was operating correctly.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed during fabrication operations.
  • Organized workflow within the fabrication department to meet client demands.
  • Assigned staff, materials and funds throughout project lifecycle.
  • Monitored employee performance and provided constructive feedback when needed.
  • Mitigated production issue risks by identifying potential problems and taking effective action.
  • Assessed production schedules and orders to plan material requirements and worker activities.
  • Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
  • Contributed to new plant startup and implementation of processes for manufacturing, shipping and receiving and inventory management.
  • Conferred with technical and administrative staff to devise and implement corrective actions.
  • Reduced process lags by managing employees and training on best practices to ensure optimal productivity.
  • Supervised team of six skilled TIG and MIG welders, helping fabricate weldments to dimensional tolerances.
  • Supervised production schedules, production quality and on-time delivery.
  • Maintained inventory levels of raw materials, tools, and finished products.
  • Read and interpreted meter numbers each shift to check operability of gas retrieval systems.
  • Improved efficiency by minimizing downtime.
  • Reviewed blueprints and drawings to determine best methods for fabricating parts.
  • Developed and administered budgets for inventory, labor hours and overhead expenses.
  • Drafted work orders detailing job tasks and established completion deadlines.
  • Established quality control standards for fabricated materials.
  • Trained new employees on proper use of machinery and safety procedures.
  • Managed a team of fabricators in day-to-day operations.
  • Implemented lean manufacturing principles to minimize waste and increase efficiency.
  • Evaluated schedules, orders and forecasts to plan processes and meet timetables.
  • Learned how to respond to emergency situations to prevent personal injuries and property damage.
  • Reviewed quality control reports monitoring various aspects.
  • Identified and solved complex problems that impacted management and business direction.
  • Produced daily operations report forecasting staffing needs and production volume to support cost-reduction and service improvement initiatives.
  • Applied lean strategies to implement operational enhancements, promote efficiency and cut costs.
  • Documented gas collection activities to meet company and regulatory requirements.
  • Provided top product quality control and inventory management resulting in reduced downtime and maximized revenue.
  • Cultivated culture of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement while providing operational leadership.
  • Enforced company policies related to quality assurance practices in the fabrication area.
  • Authored and updated production reports and personnel records to facilitate operational decisions.
  • Led regular stand-up meetings, Scrums and continuous improvement projects with measurable goals.
  • Identified staffing and capital needs, collected relevant data and wrote justifications for established needs.
  • Developed and implemented fabrication processes to increase production efficiency.
  • Oversaw the fabrication of products according to customer specifications.
  • Liaised between senior plant management and line-level supervision to maintain open communications.
  • Inspected production, quality control and maintenance reports to detect and address production problems.
  • Created and maintained detailed records of all fabrication activities.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Electronics

Virginia Highlands Community College
Abingdon, VA

Skills

  • Employee training
  • Team building
  • Project management
  • Performance evaluation
  • Process improvement
  • Conflict resolution
  • Safety compliance
  • Operational efficiency
  • Staff recruitment
  • Task delegation
  • Workflow optimization
  • Policy enforcement
  • Safety protocols
  • Staff education
  • Performance management
  • Quality control
  • Training and mentoring
  • Staff management
  • Staff development
  • Human resources management
  • Staff discipline
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Operations management
  • Team leadership
  • Professional demeanor
  • Teamwork

Certifications

  • OSHA 30
  • Hazardous Waste Removal
  • Non-Hazardous Waste Removal

Timeline

Supervisor

Special T Mfg./ ZHR Holdings
10.2013 - Current

Fabrication Manager

Steel Fabricators
09.1990 - 10.2013

Some College (No Degree) - Electronics

Virginia Highlands Community College

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