Rod Parish
Summary
Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 20 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.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Supervisor
Stanley Black and Decker
Fort Worth, Texas
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
- Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
Recon Center Production Manager
Carvana
Blue Mound, Texas
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules.
- Prepared and maintained production reports and personnel records.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
- Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
- Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
Operations Manager
Summit Racing Equipment
Arlington, Texas
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Operations Manager
Northern Tool + Equipment
Arlington, Texas
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Supervised operations staff (four supervisors, three team leaders and 80 hourly associates) and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Process Manager
W.W. Grainger Inc
Roanoke, Texas
01.1993 - 01.2016
- Evaluated impact of process change on overall operation and determined return on investment.
- Managed change among staff to achieve buy-in and cooperation and overcome resistance.
- Conducted focus groups, surveys and feedback sessions to gather input from stakeholders.
- Improved efficiency and effectiveness of performance and management of processes across departments.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost morale and promote employee retention.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
Education
Business Management and Leadership coursework -
Capella University
Minneapolis, MNBusiness Management coursework - undefined
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZGeneral Studies coursework - undefined
Louisiana State University at Shreveport
Shreveport, LAWebsites
Professional Development and Certifications
- Penn State - Supply Chain Principles and Practices Program
- TCCD - Management Certificate Program
- Grainger Supply Chain Management Program
- DOT - Hazardous Shipping Compliance
- Intro to Lean and 5s
- Coaching for Performance & Results
- Targeted Selection and Interview Management
- Diversity and Inclusion for Teams
- Positive Employee Relations
- Covey's Seven Habits for Managers
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Skills
- Production targets
- Operations management
- Staff Management
- Materials management
- Manufacturing
- Schedule Management
- Project Management
- Risk analysis and management
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Stanley Black and Decker
01.2021 - 06.2023
Recon Center Production Manager
Carvana
01.2019 - 01.2021
Operations Manager
Summit Racing Equipment
01.2017 - 01.2018
Operations Manager
Northern Tool + Equipment
01.2016 - 01.2017
Process Manager
W.W. Grainger Inc
01.1993 - 01.2016
Business Management and Leadership coursework -
Capella University
Business Management coursework - undefined
University of Phoenix
General Studies coursework - undefined
Louisiana State University at Shreveport
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