Roderic Dowdy
Winder
Summary
Accomplished Section Manager and Team Lead at Caterpillar, adept in Lean Manufacturing and motivational leadership. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency and fostered continuous improvement, achieving significant cost reductions. Excelled in staff leadership, driving team performance through effective coaching and problem-solving. Experienced with team leadership, process optimization, and strategic planning. Utilizes strong organizational and problem-solving skills to enhance team performance. Track record of fostering collaborative environments and achieving operational goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Section Manager
Caterpillar
01.2022 - Current
- Managed budgets, resources, and schedules to ensure timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Monitored [Type] production schedules and made adjustments to achieve compliance with preset timelines.
- Executed quality assurance audits and addressed non-complying issues to improve section performance.
- Established key performance metrics to track progress toward organizational objectives, driving continuous improvement efforts.
- Delivered weekly project updates to management to enhance program visibility and promote improved project performance.
- Resolved complex issues through root cause analysis and implementation of effective solutions tailored to specific situations.
- Implemented process improvements that increased operational efficiency and reduced costs.
Team Lead 2
Caterpillar
06.2013 - 12.2021
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
Education
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Lanier Technical College
Oakwood, GA05.2020
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Athens Technical College
Athens, GA05.2013
Skills
- Staff Leadership
- Preventive Maintenance
- Continuous Improvement
- Organizational Development
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- Motivational Leadership
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
Accomplishments
- Supervised a team of 60 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Section Manager
Caterpillar
01.2022 - Current
Team Lead 2
Caterpillar
06.2013 - 12.2021
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Lanier Technical College
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Athens Technical College
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