LELAND SIMMONS
Manager
Crown Point,IN
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Seasoned supervisor with extensive worker scheduling and task management expertise. Strong history of developing and executing resource planning, coordination and utilization strategies to meet performance goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Distribution Supervisor
Fairmeadows Home Health Center
132 E Main St Griffith IN
02.2022 - Current
- Improved operational efficiency by recruiting and developing top talent to drive growth initiatives.
- Organized financial reporting, scheduling and inventory systems to enhance productivity.
- Controlled inventory transactions to reconcile ordering processes with demand forecasts.
- Managed labor assignments and equipment allocations and met transportation, operations and production goals.
- Worked closely with personnel, customers, and contractors to resolve problems.
- Balanced schedule and customer demands against team capabilities and available resources to meet performance objectives.
- Implemented new systems Bright tree, resolved performance issues and expanded processes to meet diverse needs.
- Built and maintained relationships with key suppliers and customers to support seamless operations.
- Motivated workers to exceptional performance through implementation of new strategies.
- Identified and solved complex strategy obstacles to promote growth and guide business direction.
- Cultivated member loyalty by delivering flawless service to foster client retention.
- Reviewed orders, production schedules, blueprints and shipping or receiving notices and assigned work sequences and material shipping dates and destinations.
Manager
Maaco Auto Body
Dolton, IL
11.2018 - 02.2022
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Forklift Operator
XPO Logistics
Sauk Village IL
04.2016 - 11.2018
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas .
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped, and staged for shipments.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
Property Manager
Chicago Property Management
Chicago, IL
03.2015 - 04.2016
- Coordinated with janitorial and engineering staff on maintenance and upkeep.
- Monitored and tracked payments and expenses, providing timely and accurate financial reports.
- Developed annual operating budgets and forecasts, as well as sales and marketing plans.
- Kept properties in compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
- Verified income, assets, and expenses, and completed file tracking sheet for each applicant.
- Responded to Common Area Maintenance (CAM) inquiries.
- Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
- Monitored timely receipt and reconciliation of rent collections in accordance with landlord and resident statutes.
- Maintained sufficient number of units market-ready for lease.
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Maintained operational facilities attractive to potential tenants by organizing regular maintenance, major repairs, and capital improvement projects.
- Coordinated with legal counsel to resolve tenant disputes.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
- Conducted regular inspections of both interior and exterior of properties for damage.
- Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes.
- Collected and maintained careful records of rental payments and payment dates.
- Delivered emergency 24-hour on-call service for tenants on building issues.
- Maintained original leases and renewal documents in digital and hardcopy format for property management office.
- Monitored tenant behavior and implemented corrective action to maintain order in assigned properties.
- Implemented and enforced policies and procedures to maintain properties to highest standards.
Pest Control Technician
Guardian
Highland, IN
07.2013 - 03.2015
- Successfully conducted integrated pest management practices in residential, commercial and industrial settings.
- Prepared reports and kept detailed records of pest control activities.
- Complied with safety guidelines and regulations with during pest control processes.
- Used integrated pest management (IPM) treatments to eliminate pests from residential and commercial properties.
- Inspected commercial and residential properties to determine pest problems and implement most cost-effective solutions.
- Performed general pest control solutions such as bed bug and termite inspections and treatments.
- Adhered to most stringent safety procedures when applying chemicals.
- Deployed physical baits, glue boards, and traps to catch and eliminate interior pests.
- Completed required treatment documentation while on-site and returned paperwork to office for processing.
- Educated and advised customers on preventive measures to reduce pest infestations.
Press Machine Operator
Ac Graphix House
Highland, IN
04.2009 - 07.2013
- Reviewed materials submitted for duplication for quality, accuracy and document layout.
- Printed pamphlets, booklets, forms and multicolor reports.
- Unloaded paper rolls and ink stock from cargo pallets to keep shelves stocked and materials easily accessible and organized.
- Completed binding, shrink-wrapping and collating tasks before packaging and shipping completed products.
- Performed routine diagnostic exams and repairs on printing and bindery equipment.
- Installed plates and wash blankets and verified copy checks, correct ink, scores, and numbering.
- Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
Senior Mechanical Technician
Crete Harley Davidson
Crete, IL
03.2004 - 03.2009
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
- Utilized varied tools and equipment to test and troubleshoot mechanical systems.
- Stayed current with latest developments in field through research to recommend new equipment and technologies to clients.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Read and interpreted technical drawings and schematics to understand equipment design and proper maintenance.
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
Press Machine Operator
Ac Graphix House
Highland, IN
03.1999 - 11.2002
- Reviewed materials submitted for duplication for quality, accuracy and document layout.
- Printed pamphlets, booklets, forms and multicolor reports.
- Unloaded paper rolls and ink stock from cargo pallets to keep shelves stocked and materials easily accessible and organized.
- Completed inventory check of supplies before each job to avoid delays in job completion.
- Completed binding, shrink-wrapping and collating tasks before packaging and shipping completed products.
- Weighed envelopes and packages, distributed mail, and operated postage equipment.
- Installed plates and wash blankets and verified copy checks, correct ink, scores, and barcodes.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
- Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
Education
Certificated Harley Davidson Certificate - Harley Davidson
Motorcycle Mechanics Institute A Div. of Universal Technical Institute
Orlando, FL02.2004
High School Diploma -
Lake Central High School
Saint John, IN05.2002
Skills
- Corrective Action Plans
- Operational Efficiency
- Quality Assurance
- Motivational Leadership
- Inventory Supplies
- Understanding of Distribution
- Quality Management
- Safety Policies and Procedures
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Manage Storage Operations
- Strategic Planning
- Creative Solutions
- Organizational Standards
- Driver Routing
- Loss Prevention Strategies
- Project Management
- Logistics Coordination
- Critical Thinking
Reference
Krystal Norris (219)298-9608
Del Godoy (219)629-5922
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Quote
Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.
Winston S. Churchill
Timeline
Distribution Supervisor
Fairmeadows Home Health Center
02.2022 - Current
Manager
Maaco Auto Body
11.2018 - 02.2022
Forklift Operator
XPO Logistics
04.2016 - 11.2018
Property Manager
Chicago Property Management
03.2015 - 04.2016
Pest Control Technician
Guardian
07.2013 - 03.2015
Press Machine Operator
Ac Graphix House
04.2009 - 07.2013
Senior Mechanical Technician
Crete Harley Davidson
03.2004 - 03.2009
Press Machine Operator
Ac Graphix House
03.1999 - 11.2002
Certificated Harley Davidson Certificate - Harley Davidson
Motorcycle Mechanics Institute A Div. of Universal Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Lake Central High School