Kevin Knuckles
Richmond,KY
Summary
Results-driven professional seeking a Project Manager role where I can leverage my strong organizational skills, leadership abilities, and commitment to safety to lead projects efficiently, exceed client expectations, and ensure compliance with industry standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
On-Site Project Specialist
Veolia
Richmond, Kentucky
08.2023 - Current
- Manage the creation and approval of hazardous waste profiles to ensure regulatory compliance
- Coordinate logistics for hazardous waste shipments, ensuring timely and cost-effective transport
- Collaborate closely with clients to meet their environmental service needs and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction
Project Administrator
May Demolition
Lexington, Kentucky
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Monitor project progress, identifying and addressing any issues or delays
- Coordinate logistics, such as equipment rentals, waste removal, and site access
- Proficient in inspecting demolition sites to assess safety hazards, structural integrity, and environmental risks
Quality Control Technician
Sherwin Williams
Richmond, Kentucky
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Conducted quality control services with lab techs, ensuring that products met the highest standards of quality and safety
- Ensured proper safety measures were taken when adding products to batches, preventing accidents and injuries
- Made hits and adjustments with resins and solvents, bringing batches into spec range, and ensuring optimal quality standards were met
Pigmented and Non-Pigmented Filling Technician
Sherwin Williams
Richmond, Kentucky
05.2018 - 10.2021
- Operated various machinery such as gallon and quart packing lines, BC, Neupak, G, H, H ½, can system, and drum line, maintaining optimal performance standards and efficiency
- Skilled in conducting detailed inspections of paint products, verifying accurate labeling, proper sealing, and overall product integrity
- Possess a comprehensive forklift certification and training, ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols in all operations
Production Team Member
Toyota
Georgetown, Kentucky
01.2016 - 05.2018
- Ensured the quality of parts during installation in vehicles, resulting in 100% compliance with company initiatives and quality procedures
- Completed production reports and notified management of any issues, contributing to efficient operations and timely delivery of products
- Notified team leaders of any quality defects spotted, enabling quick and efficient defect resolution
Freight Broker
Total Quality Logistics
Lexington, Kentucky
02.2013 - 01.2016
- Efficiently managed transportation operations by coordinating shipments, selecting carriers, and optimizing routes, resulting in on-time delivery and cost savings for clients
- Developed and maintained a robust network of reliable carriers across multiple transportation modes, facilitating seamless matching of client shipments with appropriate carriers and ensuring efficient logistics operations
- Delivered exceptional customer service in logistics, ensuring prompt resolution of inquiries, proactive communication, and strong client satisfaction
Infantry Fire Team Leader
United States Marine Corps
Camp Lejeune, North Carolina
06.2008 - 06.2012
- Provided exceptional leadership to a team of Marines during combat operations, ensuring they were equipped, trained, and motivated to execute missions with precision and effectiveness
- Supervised and trained Marines on tactics, techniques, and procedures to improve their performance, resulting in a well-coordinated and cohesive team that consistently exceeded expectations
- Documented and processed classified materials with the utmost attention to detail, ensuring complete accuracy and confidentiality of sensitive information
Education
Associate Of Business Administration - Management
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
Lexington, KY12.2025
Skills
- Project Coordination
- Results-driven leadership
- Computer literacy
- Risk Management and Problem Solving
- Cross-functional team collaboration
- Detailed-oriented project planning
- Business acumen
- Adaptability
Timeline
On-Site Project Specialist
Veolia
08.2023 - Current
Project Administrator
May Demolition
06.2022 - 05.2023
Quality Control Technician
Sherwin Williams
10.2021 - 06.2022
Pigmented and Non-Pigmented Filling Technician
Sherwin Williams
05.2018 - 10.2021
Production Team Member
Toyota
01.2016 - 05.2018
Freight Broker
Total Quality Logistics
02.2013 - 01.2016
Infantry Fire Team Leader
United States Marine Corps
06.2008 - 06.2012
Associate Of Business Administration - Management
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
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