Kevin Marcel
Thibodaux,LA
Summary
Skilled shop foreman familiar with strategies for keeping team members working well and shop operations moving smoothly to achieve demanding targets. Well-versed in employee training, coaching and motivating techniques. Bringing several years of related experience.
Hardworking shop leader leads teams, uses diverse equipment and coordinates materials in support of shop and job site operations. Manages project processes and technician assignments. Keeps accurate records for payroll and accounts payable.
Self-motivated Operations Manager successful in collaborating with consultants, area leaders, and employees to streamline and strengthen processes and control costs. Highly organized and detailed collaborator with solid record of accomplishment in meeting and exceeding business targets. In-depth knowledge of operational and budget management techniques.
High-performing professional with several years of experience delivering successful improvements for business operations, profitability and team development. Resourceful project manager and compliance specialist to thrive in fast-paced and changing environments. Dedicated to sustaining operational accuracy and delivering results for optimal profitability.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Foreman
Danos
Gray, LA
03.2026 - Current
- Supervised daily shop operations and maintained workflow efficiency.
- Trained new employees on safety procedures and equipment usage.
- Coordinated material handling and ensured proper inventory levels.
- Assisted in scheduling maintenance and repairs for shop machinery.
- Communicated effectively with team members to resolve issues promptly.
- Inspected tools and equipment for compliance with safety standards.
Operations Manager
ValveMax
Lockport, LA
05.2023 - 02.2026
- Streamlined daily operations to enhance workflow efficiency and productivity.
- Coordinated team schedules to ensure optimal coverage and task completion.
- Implemented inventory management systems to track supplies and reduce waste.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and operational procedures for compliance.
- Analyzed operational processes to identify areas for improvement and innovation.
- Managed vendor relationships to secure reliable supply chain resources.
- Facilitated team meetings to communicate goals and address process challenges.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction remains at optimal levels.
- Monitored and improved efficiency of processes, team performance, and customer service.
Operations Manager
QES
Houma, Louisiana
04.2006 - 05.2023
- Streamlined daily operations to enhance workflow efficiency and productivity.
- Coordinated team schedules to ensure optimal coverage and task completion.
- Implemented inventory management systems to track supplies and reduce waste.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and operational procedures for compliance.
- Managed vendor relationships to secure reliable supply chain resources.
- Managed scheduling, training and inventory control.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction remains at optimal levels.
- Monitored and improved efficiency of processes, team performance, and customer service.
- Directed operations staff by providing guidance, training, and support in order to meet company objectives.
- Coordinated with other departments including sales, marketing, finance, human resources. to ensure efficient operations.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures and managed quality, customer service and logistics.
Education
Central Lafourche High
Raceland, LASkills
- Inventory management
- Workflow optimization
- Safety compliance
- Safety protocols
- Tool inspection
- Equipment maintenance
- Equipment monitoring
- Equipment operation
- Machine operation
- Maintenance planning
- Job estimating
- Standard operating procedures
- Coordinating daily operations
- Vendor management
- Team coordination
- Team Training
- Staff training
- Employee training
- Schedule coordination
- Deadline management
- Purchasing and procurement
- Problem solving
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Customer relationship management
- Goal setting
- Safety awareness
- Workplace safety
- Task delegation
- Problem-solving aptitude
Timeline
Shop Foreman
Danos
03.2026 - Current
Operations Manager
ValveMax
05.2023 - 02.2026
Operations Manager
QES
04.2006 - 05.2023
Central Lafourche High