Malcolm McDaniel
Biloxi,MS
Summary
Dynamic Plant Manager with a proven track record at Warren Paving, excelling in operations management and cost control. Enhanced productivity through effective team training and process improvements, achieving significant waste reduction. Skilled in logistics coordination and fostering team development, ensuring a safe and efficient work environment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Warren Paving
05.2024 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and enhanced productivity.
- Led team training sessions to enhance skills and operational efficiency.
- Developed maintenance schedules for machinery to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
CDL A Truck Driver
Warren Paving
05.2024 - Current
- Operated CDL A vehicles adhering to safety regulations and traffic laws.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Managed efficient route planning, optimizing delivery schedules for timely arrivals.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven, mileage, and fuel consumption for reporting purposes.
- Resolved on-road issues promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to delivery timelines and customer satisfaction.
- Managed heavy loads safely by securing cargo correctly and verifying weight distribution before departure.
- Contributed to team success through effective communication, collaboration, and support of fellow drivers.
- Provided exceptional customer service at every point of contact while representing the company brand positively during interactions with clients or vendors on-site visits.
- Maintained a safe driving record by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
Driller
ECS
05.2022 - 04.2024
- Operated heavy equipment in compliance with safety regulations
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure optimal equipment functionality
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials using forklifts and pallet jacks
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area and equipment
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Contributed to project completion, skillfully operating various heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
- Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
CDL Truck Driver
ECS
07.2000 - 04.2024
- Operated commercial vehicles safely across diverse routes, ensuring timely deliveries.
- Maintained accurate logs and records for compliance with federal regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety and performance standards.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to optimize delivery schedules and routes.
- Managed cargo loading and unloading, adhering to weight distribution guidelines.
- Trained new drivers on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
Equipment Operator
US Navy
07.2000 - 07.2022
- Operated heavy equipment in compliance with safety regulations
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure optimal equipment functionality
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials using forklifts and pallet jacks
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area and equipment
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Contributed to project completion, skillfully operating various heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
- Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
Education
GED -
Youth Challenge Academy
Hattiesburg, MSSkills
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Project management
- Operations management
- Production planning
- Safety management
- Scheduling
- Training programs
- Team building and development
- Logistics coordination
- Cost control
Timeline
Plant Manager
Warren Paving
05.2024 - Current
CDL A Truck Driver
Warren Paving
05.2024 - Current
Driller
ECS
05.2022 - 04.2024
CDL Truck Driver
ECS
07.2000 - 04.2024
Equipment Operator
US Navy
07.2000 - 07.2022
GED -
Youth Challenge Academy