Robert Foster
Summary
Seeking a management position with leadership responsibilities including problem solving, planning, organizing and managing budgets to achieve the corporate goals. Growth-oriented and highly talented seasoned Operations Manager with a strong background in operations, logistics, warehouse management, implementation/ product releases, Continuous Process Improvement, training, safety, fleet management, creating SOPs, experience in leading team members, special causes, product promotion and marketing.
I have 12 years of experience in this domain as well as excellent communication and leadership skills. I am a talented leader with years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach. Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiographic Technologist
American piping inspection inc
02.2016 - Current
- Performed liquid dye penetrant tests on piping and vessels to inspect for discontinuities and cracks.
- Visually examined materials, structures and components for signs of corrosion, metal fatigue and cracks.
- Created radiographic images to detect flaws in objects while leaving objects intact.
- Analyzed and interpreted data, schematics and manuals to determine specifications, inspection and testing procedures, adjustments, and certifications of instruments required.
- Prepared reports on non-destructive testing results.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Assessed testing processes on continuous basis to verify compliance with federal safety regulations.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Operated and maintained testing equipment.
Inspector
Advanced Inspection
03.2013 - 02.2016
- Non-destructive testing
- Accomplishments
- Magnetic particle testing
- Radiography
- Dye penetrant testing
- Skills Used
- Ability to work by oneself
- Visually examined materials, structures and components for signs of corrosion, metal fatigue and cracks.
- Studied project instructions and specifications, asking questions and addressing concerns before testing began.
- Communicated with employees and upper management to convey concerns, status updates and other pertinent information.
- Ability to pay attention to detail
- Identified repair and upgrade requirements needed to meet safety and quality standards.
- Performed liquid dye penetrant tests on piping and vessels to inspect for discontinuities and cracks.
PLANT MANAGER
Quality Liquid Feeds
01.2012 - 01.2012
- Quality liquid feeds, inc, Manage and oversee all operations of the Muskogee plant with annual tonnage exceeding 110,000
- Oversee rail, barge, tanker truck, pipe-line, mixing, and storage tank operations., : Recruited to reduce inventory shortages, align company goals, and oversee major construction project at the Muskogee plant
- The construction included new load out tanks for drivers, pumps, a new rail header, pipe-lines, and new rail spur
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Managed office staff, plant employees, and inside and outside carriers in tanker trucks
- Selected Achievements
- Reduced Inventory shortages from over 20% to less than 6%
- Increased productivity by 20% and increased load out and incoming ingredient capabilities
- Overseen a major construction project at the Muskogee plant
Operations Manager
Great Plains Coca-Cola
01.1994 - 01.2011
- Manage and oversee a division for Great Plains Coca-Cola, with $17 million in annual sales of powerful brands for diversified customers including vendors, retail, internal and business to business sales.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Machine Operator
Bama pie ltd
01.1991 - 01.1994
- Operate food production machinery in a high paced food manufacturing facility
- Safety team member and evacuation team leader for my line
- Insure quality control by tracking output and input using statistics.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
Education
M.B.A -
University of Phoenix
B.S - Business Management
University of Phoenix
B.S - Marketing
University of Phoenix
Skills
- Microsoft office, excel, PowerPoint (10 years)
- Logistics
- Warehouse Management
- Excel
- Typing
- Inventory
- Shipping And Receiving
- Sales
- Non-destructive Testing
- Warehouse Management System
- Plant Management
- Process Improvement
- Product management
- Budgeting
- Outside sales
- Presentation skills
- Operations management
- Machine learning
- Meeting facilitation
- Product development
- Business development
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Procurement
- Quality Inspection
- Quality Assurance
- Quality Control
- Management
- Purchasing
- Conflict Management
- Supply Chain
- Production Management
- Forecasting
- Branding
- SAP
- ERP Systems
- Human resources
- Customer service
- Certifications and Licenses
- NDT Level II
- Additional Information
- Job Skills:
- An Experienced team leader with the ability to initiate/manage cross-functional teams and multi-
- Disciplinary projects, and to deliver cost reduction
- Analytical thinking, decision making and problem solving skills and strong critical thinking skills
- Strategic Planning, Execution, organizing including the frequency and sequencing of customers and
- Routes, and extensive new product release and implementation skill
- Excellence Personal Communication skills
- Project management skills: Influencing, leading, negotiating and delegating abilities
- Conflict resolution
- Adaptability and tolerant to stressed situations
- Other Skills:
- Creative thinking and organizational skills
- Effective listening skills
- Decision making and negotiating skills
- Determination and Diplomacy skills
- Operations Supervision
- Multi-Unit Operations Management
- Market Growth
- Business Intelligence
- Goal Attainment
- Quantifiable Revenue Increases
- Team Leadership
- Business Administration
- Business Development Understanding
- Data Evaluation
- Project Planning
- Leadership
- Maintaining Compliance
- Multi-Site Operations
- Process Improvement Strategies
- Staff Management
- Office Operations
- Project Development
- High-Pressure Environments
- Strategic Partnership
- Contract Development
- Mergers and Acquisitions Knowledge
Additional Information
- Willing to relocate: Anywhere, Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Radiographic Technologist
American piping inspection inc
02.2016 - Current
Inspector
Advanced Inspection
03.2013 - 02.2016
PLANT MANAGER
Quality Liquid Feeds
01.2012 - 01.2012
Operations Manager
Great Plains Coca-Cola
01.1994 - 01.2011
Machine Operator
Bama pie ltd
01.1991 - 01.1994
M.B.A -
University of Phoenix
B.S - Business Management
University of Phoenix
B.S - Marketing
University of Phoenix
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