Mason Billings
Sioux City,IA
Summary
Adept at team management and strategic planning, I leveraged these skills at Sioux Honey Association to mentor new hires and manage cross-functional projects, significantly enhancing team productivity and aligning with company goals. My strong organizational abilities and effective communication have consistently driven project success and improved inter-departmental transparency.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Melting Department Lead Operator
Sioux Honey Association
09.2022 - Current
- Communicated with managers of other departments to maintain transparency.
- Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands.
- Set up displays and trained employees on current promotions.
- Managed cross-functional projects, ensuring timely completion and alignment with company goals.
- Mentored new hires within the department, providing guidance on company policies and procedures as well as job-specific tasks.
- Managed team schedules, department projects and quality assurance.
Residential Counselor
Boya and Girls Home of Sioux City
08.2000 - 03.2024
Oven Operator
BoDeans Baking
06.2020 - 09.2022
- Met production deadlines consistently through effective time management strategies during busy periods.
- Enhanced product consistency by accurately measuring ingredients according to established recipes.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges during oven operation or production processes.
- Reviewed bonding and process specifications, blueprints and production schedules to perform sequences.
- Checked temperature control to maintain proper conditions.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the department for increased productivity levels without compromising quality standards.
- Maintained work area and equipment to comply with company and sanitary standards.
- Maintained accurate records of production data, including product weights, temperatures, and timings to ensure consistent results across batches.
Direct Support Professional
Opportunities Unlimited
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
Steel Fabricator
Sioux City Compressed Steel
05.2018 - 07.2019
- Exhibited strong problem-solving abilities during the fabrication process, quickly identifying and addressing issues to avoid costly mistakes or delays.
- Completed projects in a timely manner with efficient use of time management skills and prioritization of tasks.
- Continuously expanded skillset through ongoing training and certifications in welding techniques, materials science, and industry best practices.
- Optimized resource allocation by effectively managing inventory of raw materials needed for ongoing projects to prevent delays due to shortages.
- Maintained equipment functionality with regular inspections and preventative maintenance practices, reducing repair costs and downtime.
- Consistently met project deadlines through diligent work ethic and effective communication with supervisors on progress updates.
- Increased workshop organization by maintaining clean work areas free from hazards while consistently adhering to safety protocols.
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
C Equipment Operator
Sabre Industries
04.2018 - 10.2018
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, cranes and other and coordinated supplies to promote efficiency.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maximized productivity with efficient scheduling and allocation of equipment resources.
- Participated in regular safety meetings to reinforce best practices within the team and ensure a hazard-free workplace.
- Maintained accurate records of equipment performance and service history for future reference and analysis.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse assignments, swiftly transitioning between different types of equipment as needed.
- Sustained high-performance standards by adhering to company policies regarding preventative maintenance schedules.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize work processes, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.
- Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
Process Operator
CHS Inc
08.2013 - 12.2017
- Read and applied information in specifications to determine equipment settings impacting product outputs.
- Supported continuous improvement projects, applying lean manufacturing principles to enhance productivity.
- Maintained accurate records of production data, facilitating informed decision-making for management.
- Achieved consistent production targets by meticulously managing raw material inputs and process conditions.
- Operated various types of machinery proficiently, adapting quickly to changing production requirements.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues, minimizing disruptions to the production schedule.
- Enhanced product quality, closely monitoring process variables and making necessary adjustments.
- Observed all safety rules and regulations and encouraged others to do same, effectively reducing work-related injuries.
- Collaborated on cross-functional teams, streamlining processes to improve overall productivity.
- Enhanced plant safety by conducting regular inspections and maintenance of equipment.
- Maintained compliance with health, safety, and environment practices.
- Reported to shift supervisor on production status, problems and deviations.
- Communicated effectively with team on technical level.
- Utilized computer systems effectively to monitor processes and input critical data accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated with engineering team to implement new process improvements, resulting in more efficient operations.
- Monitored and adjusted production processes to ensure high-quality output, leading to decrease in product defects.
- Efficiently operated all equipment and machinery according to manufacturer instructions.
- Supported new employee training, ensuring proper understanding of company policies and procedures.
- Optimized waste management procedures, significantly reducing environmental impact.
- Streamlined process flow to increase production capacity without compromising quality.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
Correctional Officer
Dakota County Correctional Facility
05.2010 - 08.2012
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Supported mental health initiatives for inmates by connecting them with appropriate resources and services within the facility.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
- Conducted efficient inmate transfers, adhering to strict security protocols while maintaining order and control throughout the process.
- Participated in ongoing professional development courses focused on understanding gang dynamics within prison settings to better identify and manage potential threats.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Contributed to policy development, ensuring alignment with best practices in corrections management.
- Improved compliance with state and federal regulations by updating and enforcing facility policies.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Ensured security of facility perimeter by conducting routine patrols.
Outreach Specalist
Sanford Community Center
03.2003 - 05.2010
- Streamlined event planning processes, ensuring timely and budget-friendly executions.
- Interviewed, screened, enrolled, and sourced 25 new students.
- Ordered and analyzed background checks on applicants to mitigate staffing risk and liability.
- Facilitated workshops, trainings, and presentations to educate community members on available resources and services.
- Increased community engagement by developing and executing targeted outreach programs.
- Offered personalized support to individuals needing outreach services, helping connect each with available resources and relevant team members.
- Managed a caseload of clients, providing personalized support and guidance throughout their journey to access vital resources.
- Enhanced cultural competence within the organization through staff training sessions focused on diversity awareness and inclusivity practices.
- Improved outreach efficacy with innovative social media strategies, expanding our audience reach.
Residential Counselor
Boys and Girls Home of Sioux City
08.2000 - 03.2003
- Enhanced communication with families, providing regular updates on resident progress and well-being.
- Developed strong rapport with residents through empathetic listening and compassionate communication strategies.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among residents, ensuring peaceful and cooperative living situation.
- Encouraged healthy lifestyle choices among residents by leading educational workshops on topics such as nutrition, exercise, mental health awareness.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive individualized treatment plans for high-risk clients in residential setting.
- Promoted mental health awareness by organizing workshops and informational sessions for residents.
- Advocated for resident needs within interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring appropriate levels of care were provided consistently across all cases.
- Served as a liaison between families or guardians of clients when necessary; providing updates about clients' progress or addressing any concerns they may have.
- Supported residents' reintegration into community with comprehensive life skills coaching and resource referral.
- Coordinated recreational activities for residents, fostering social interaction and positive group dynamics.
- Encouraged clients to develop self-advocacy skills and to become active participants in own treatment plans.
- Supported residents in coping with emotions and fears through one-on-one sessions.
- Delivered targeted interventions for individual residents based on their specific needs and treatment objectives.
- Maintained safe and secure environment by conducting regular safety checks and enforcing house rules.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring the safety of all residents while adhering to established protocols.
- Conducted regular check-ins with residents to monitor progress, address concerns, and provide ongoing support.
- Promoted independent living skills through coaching residents in daily tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, and budgeting.
- Enhanced residents' coping mechanisms by providing emotional support and counseling during individual sessions.
- Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
- Reduced behavioral incidents by employing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm environment.
- Collaborated with case managers to maintain continuity of care and to provide referrals to treatment programs.
Unloader /Preloader
United Parcel Service, UPS
11.1998 - 07.2000
- Used barcode scanners and other technology to track and document cargo information.
- Unloaded packages with care and placed in proper staging area.
- Handled packages with care while transporting from truck to loading dock.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to aid in safe transport of heavy items.
- Assisted other team members in navigating large loads.
- Leveraged knowledge of warehouse management systems to expedite processing of unloaded goods.
- Contributed to a positive work culture through active participation in staff meetings and offering constructive feedback on operational improvements.
- Assisted in training new unloaders on proper techniques and procedures, fostering an atmosphere of teamwork and continuous improvement.
- Achieved consistent adherence to schedule, completing unloading tasks well within designated timeframes.
- Upheld cleanliness and order in unloading area, ensuring safe and productive working environment.
- Loaded packages onto pallets and into staging areas as directed.
- Contributed significantly to meeting inventory accuracy targets by carefully checking and verifying unloaded goods.
- Improved workflow efficiency by systematically organizing and prioritizing unloading tasks upon cargo arrival.
- Kept facilities clean and organized to promote safe work environments and avoid injuries.
- Enhanced operational flexibility, readily shifting between different unloading tasks as needed to support team goals.
- Maintained high standards of safety and compliance by adhering to all operational protocols during unloading.
Education
High School Diploma -
Baker High School
Baker, LAAssociate of Arts - General Studies
Lon Morris College
Jacksonville, TXNo Degree -
Mt Marty College
Yankton, SDSkills
- Classroom Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Organizational abilities
- Customer Relations
- Strategic Planning
- Documentation
- Team Management
- Team Development
working out, going to church, watching sports, refereeing basketball , talking to my kids and family
I like to work out as much as I can during the week. I go to Planet fitness frequently. I attend Central Baptist church, my pastor Lloyd Grant is a Phenomenal man. He has taken out time to talk to me about things, and he helps me gain clarity with certain trials I might be going through from time to time. I've been refereeing for years, I love doing this because it keeps me close to the game that I grew up playing as a young man. I accepted an assistant coach job at South sioux city High over the summer, but if hired they would understand. I love talking to my children on a daily basis, to see how they're doing and my family, who is spread all over down south, i talk to them as well. We're pretty close knit.
Timeline
Melting Department Lead Operator
Sioux Honey Association
09.2022 - Current
Oven Operator
BoDeans Baking
06.2020 - 09.2022
Direct Support Professional
Opportunities Unlimited
07.2019 - 06.2020
Steel Fabricator
Sioux City Compressed Steel
05.2018 - 07.2019
C Equipment Operator
Sabre Industries
04.2018 - 10.2018
Process Operator
CHS Inc
08.2013 - 12.2017
Correctional Officer
Dakota County Correctional Facility
05.2010 - 08.2012
Outreach Specalist
Sanford Community Center
03.2003 - 05.2010
Residential Counselor
Boya and Girls Home of Sioux City
08.2000 - 03.2024
Residential Counselor
Boys and Girls Home of Sioux City
08.2000 - 03.2003
Unloader /Preloader
United Parcel Service, UPS
11.1998 - 07.2000
High School Diploma -
Baker High School
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Lon Morris College
No Degree -
Mt Marty College
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