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Ollie Henderson-Myres

Keithville,Louisiana

Summary

Great leader with a proven track record at International Paper, excelling in crew management and safety protocols. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced team performance and efficiency, leveraging skills in equipment inspection and teamwork. Expert in fostering a culture of safety and collaboration and elevating operational standards.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Setup Crew Leader

International Paper
Mansfield, LA
02.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with other departments to streamline operations and improve production without causing upset conditions and costly downtime
  • Monitored operating machinery to assess progress, adjust settings, and maintain production speeds.
  • Engaging and discussed daily work requirements with 15 to17 crew members and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work.
  • Addressed any personnel conflicts or issues in timely manner, maintaining open lines of communication with all crew members.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively allocating tasks and closely monitoring progress.
  • Motivated crew members by setting high expectations, recognizing achievements, and providing ongoing encouragement throughout challenging projects.
  • Handled employee scheduling, balancing workload while accommodating individual preferences and availability.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas of improvement and provide constructive feedback to crew members.
  • Maintained safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
  • Provided ongoing training and support for new hires, ensuring they were well-equipped to perform their duties effectively.
  • Communicated effectively with upper management, crew members to keep everyone informed.
  • Organized regular crew meetings to discuss progress, address concerns, and ensure that all crew members were aligned with project goals.

A - Operator

International Paper
Mansfield, LA
06.2006 - Current
  • Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Maintained safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Collaborated with crew members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
  • Assisted with equipment startups, shutdowns and machine installation tasks.
  • Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
  • Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
  • Operated forklifts, bobcats and frontend loaders to complete various tasks.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and railcars.
  • Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Industrial Engineering

Grambling State University
Grambling, LA

High School Diploma -

Fair Park High School
Shreveport, LA
05.1986

Skills

  • Onboarding and training
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Safety protocols and procedures
  • OSHA Requirements
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Incident Reporting
  • Adaptability
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Staff Support
  • Crew Management
  • Work Order Management
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Computer Skills
  • Preventive Maintenance

Timeline

Setup Crew Leader

International Paper
02.2022 - Current

A - Operator

International Paper
06.2006 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Industrial Engineering

Grambling State University

High School Diploma -

Fair Park High School
Ollie Henderson-Myres