Kristopher Hill
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a strong background in heavy equipment operation, safety procedures and management skills. Known for effective communication and problem-solving skills, contributing to improved safety standards and operational performance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Value Stream Manager
Prysmian Group
Du Quoin, Illinois
08.2017 - 03.2026
- Determined appropriate equipment and staffing levels to load, unload and move materials.
- Identified opportunities to reuse or recycle materials to minimize the consumption of materials.
- Implemented new or improved supply chain processes to enhance efficiency or performance.
- Implemented clear and effective planning strategies to meet supply chain needs, meet demand and optimize distribution.
- Kept supply and demand in balance to support production goals and optimize volume.
- Identified key processes within company that could be improved by implementing safety procedures.
- Conducted safety and hazard inspections of work sites.
- Maintained tracking and recording of safety incidents in the Value Stream.
- Monitored safety of construction activities, making on-site personnel protection top priority.
- Conducted company-wide training in safety procedures, delivering courses and training.
- Determined root causes of accidents via in-depth investigations and identified potential prevention strategies to mitigate future risk.
- Recommended methods to reduce ongoing hazards with improved methods, processes and materials.
Heavy Equipment Operator / Assistant manager
Perry Ridge Landfill
Du Quoin, Illinois
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Operated and maintained a large variety of heavy and light equipment on a daily basis.
- Daily tasks included the operation of heavy and light construction equipment to properly grade slopes and maintain property.
- Building new cells.
- Hauling wastewater to the city treatment plant.
- Transporting materials from construction sites to work locations.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections, and kept accurate files.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support operations.
- Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.
- Identified hazardous materials on job sites and took action to mitigate and enhance safety.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
- Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
Heavy Equipment Operator
United States Army
JBER, AK
11.2004 - 08.2015
- Operated and maintained a large variety of heavy and light equipment on a daily basis.
- List of equipment used on a daily basis. Motor graders, scrapers, backhoe loaders, compactors, wheeled and tracked excavators, bulldozers, wheeled and tracked loaders, telehandlers, both articulating and fixed dump trucks, skid loaders (several different attachments), 22-ton cranes, semi trucks (flatbed, box, and tanker trailers),
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.
Education
CDL Truck Driver Training
Rend Lake College
Ina, IL06-2026
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Central Texas College
Killeen, TXSkills
- 20 years plus in heavy and light equipment operating and earth moving operations
- Class A CDL with (N) endorsement
- 20 years plus of experience in machinery inspections, (PMCS), both pre-operational and post-operational
- Repair and maintenance procedures
- Interpreting maps and instructions
- Heavy lifting (ergonomics trainer)
- Safety programs and safety procedures (trainer)
- Team leadership, team coordination, and effective communication skills
Timeline
Value Stream Manager
Prysmian Group
08.2017 - 03.2026
Heavy Equipment Operator / Assistant manager
Perry Ridge Landfill
08.2015 - 08.2017
Heavy Equipment Operator
United States Army
11.2004 - 08.2015
CDL Truck Driver Training
Rend Lake College
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Central Texas College