Leland Kelley
Nashville,TN
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience at Coke Cola, adept in freight and raw material handling, and enhancing safety and efficiency. Excelled in team collaboration and problem-solving, significantly contributing to continuous improvement and quality control. Skilled in equipment operation and mentoring, consistently meeting tight deadlines and production targets.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Switcher/ Certified Yard
Coke Cola Consolidated.
Nashville, TN
05.2023 - Current
- Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to identify areas of improvement and adjust teaching methods for optimal results.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate switching operations.
- Monitored switching operations, providing safe movement of freight cars.
- Operated locomotives with manual and remote control.
Raw Material Handler
Coke Cola
Nashville, TN
05.2023 - Current
- Conducted regular physical inventories to maintain accurate records and support efficient planning.
- Provided training and guidance to new team members, ensuring that they understood the importance of proper raw material handling procedures.
- Improved safety standards with thorough inspections of storage areas and equipment.
- Maintained cleanliness in the workplace, promoting a safe environment for all employees involved in handling raw materials.
- Contributed to a reduction in lead time by efficiently transporting raw materials between warehouses and production sites.
- Enhanced inventory management by accurately tracking and documenting raw material movement.
- Assured quality control by visually inspecting incoming shipments and reporting any discrepancies or damage promptly.
- Guaranteed timely delivery of raw materials to production lines, ensuring uninterrupted workflow.
- Reduced waste by closely monitoring expiration dates and rotating stock accordingly.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Monitored warehouse to identify missing items, spills, and unusual activity.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
- Assisted in implementing lean manufacturing principles to minimize waste, streamline processes, and boost productivity.
Relief Operator
Coke Cola
Nashville, TN
09.2019 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve complex operational issues
- Evaluated the performance of equipment and systems on a regular basis, making recommendations for updates or replacements as needed to maintain optimal functionality.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication channels between operators, supervisors, and other personnel involved in the production process.
- Enhanced safety standards by ensuring proper operating procedures were followed at all times.
- Assisted in training new relief operators, sharing valuable knowledge and best practices for efficient operations.
- Reduced downtime for maintenance by conducting routine inspections and addressing potential issues proactively.
- Performed thorough pre-start checks to ensure that machinery was ready for safe operation during scheduled shifts.
- Kept up-to-date with industry developments through participation in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, seminars, or online courses related to the field of operations management.
- Coordinated closely with other departments such as maintenance and quality control to address any concerns or opportunities for improvement.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Provided backup coverage during periods of staff absence or increased workload demands, demonstrating adaptability and flexibility within the role of Relief Operator.
Education
Field Service Tech -
Tennessee Technology
Nashville, TN08.2002
Associate In Engineering Technology - Engineering
Overton High School
Nashville, TN05.1998
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Training and mentoring
- Quality control monitoring
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Deadline adherence commitment
- Remote production coordination
- Signal distribution knowledge
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Workload planning
- Task prioritization
- Equipment operation
- Self motivation
- Hazardous materials handling
- Freight handling
Timeline
Certified Switcher/ Certified Yard
Coke Cola Consolidated.
05.2023 - Current
Raw Material Handler
Coke Cola
05.2023 - Current
Relief Operator
Coke Cola
09.2019 - 05.2023
Field Service Tech -
Tennessee Technology
Associate In Engineering Technology - Engineering
Overton High School