RODNEY HARMELING
Richmond,VA
Summary
Results-driven management operations professional with expertise in strategic planning, team leadership, and operational improvement. Enhances communication and problem-solving skills to implement effective business strategies and boost team performance. Collaborates with consultants and area leaders to optimize processes and manage costs, consistently achieving business objectives.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
First Line Supervisor
AdvanSix
Chesterfield, VA
11.2021 - Current
- Supervised daily operations in chemical production facilities at AdvanSix.
- Supervised a team of 10-15 employees to ensure tasks were completed according to established standards.
- Managed team schedules to ensure optimal workflow and coverage.
- Managed operator schedules, tracked attendance, and addressed disciplinary issues to maintain team performance.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Provided guidance and direction to staff members in all aspects of the job including safety procedures, quality control, and customer service standards.
- Implemented safety protocols designed to protect workers from hazardous conditions on the job.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Monitored daily operations to identify issues, investigate root causes, and implement corrective action plans for operational enhancements.
- Identified process improvement opportunities and implemented effective solutions.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to communicate expectations, provide training and review progress towards goals.
Temp Supervisor
AdvanSix
Chesterfield, VA
08.2021 - 11.2021
Lead Operator
AdvanSix
Chesterfield, VA
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Utilize safety training and knowledge of procedures to train new operators
- Assist other operators during upsets, by procedure to ensure that issues are taken care of safely and efficiently
- Handle overtime selection by adhering to Company and Union procedures
Field Operator
AdvanSix
Chesterfield, VA
05.2011 - 03.2021
- Utilize safety training and demonstrate to others how to operate safely on a daily basis
- Work as a part of a team to operate safely and complete tasks efficiently.
- Troubleshot issues and coordinated with proper chain of command for timely resolution.
- Executed daily tasks while ensuring adherence to established procedures for optimal operational consistency.
Truck loader / Driver Helper
UPS
Richmond, VA
10.2010 - 01.2011
- Follow company procedures to safely and accurately load trucks in a set time frame
- Utilize team lift procedures to safely load overweight and irregular packages
- Loaded packages onto delivery trucks for efficient transport.
- Inspected shipments for accuracy and quality before loading.
- Operated hand trucks and pallet jacks to move heavy items safely.
Maintenance / Truck Loader
Diamond Springs
Henrico, VA
06.2006 - 09.2010
- Maintain, clean and repair any electrical or mechanical issues on many different types of brewers and water coolers ranging from large commercial units to smaller personal ones
- Adhere to company standards to insure that trucks were loaded and organized correctly
- Follow strict delivery schedules to correctly load trucks for both daily and weekly product deliveries, as well as new member equipment deliveries and exchanges
Mailroom Manager/Underwriting Assistant
All Risks, Ltd.
Richmond, VA
04.2002 - 05.2006
- Managed and trained two employees, ensuring effective scheduling to meet operational needs.
- Utilized time management skills to consistently meet strict insurance policy time frames for issuance and endorsement.
- Organized files for immediate retrieval, enhancing response time to requests.
Salesman
Saturn of West Broad
Richmond, VA
08.2000 - 04.2002
- Addressed new and used car customer needs through consultative sales approach, utilizing exceptional listening skills to foster trust and satisfaction
- Engaged customers to understand their vehicle needs and preferences.
- Demonstrated vehicle features and benefits during sales presentations.
Office and Parts Manager / Salesman
Lakeside Appliance
Richmond, VA
09.1996 - 08.2000
- Managed retail office with up to ten employees, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Conducted weekly and monthly inventories of new appliances and parts, ensuring accurate stock levels for both regular and special orders.
- Managed financial information including balancing the books and making daily bank deposits.
- Created weekly schedules for office staff, salesmen, and delivery drivers to maintain adequate floor coverage and optimize operations.
- Communicated effectively with diverse stakeholders, including owners, vendors, delivery drivers, office staff, salesmen, and customers.
Education
B.S. - Business Administration
JOHN TYLER COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Richmond, VA05-2000
B.S. - Business Administration
VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVESITY
Richmond, VA05-1998
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Quality control
- Process improvement
- Production scheduling
- Operational metrics
- Shift management
- Safety management
- Operator scheduling
- Standards compliance
- SAP replenishment
- Process standardization
- Waste reduction
- Team management
- Schedule development
- Performance evaluation
- Team collaboration
- Employee relations
- Task delegation
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Analytical thinking
- Problem solving
- Calm under pressure
- Priority management
- Team development
- Documentation and reporting
- Client relations
- Employee development
- Industry expertise
- Exceptionally adaptable
- Client relations
- Employee development
- Documentation and reporting
Timeline
First Line Supervisor
AdvanSix
11.2021 - Current
Temp Supervisor
AdvanSix
08.2021 - 11.2021
Lead Operator
AdvanSix
03.2021 - 08.2021
Field Operator
AdvanSix
05.2011 - 03.2021
Truck loader / Driver Helper
UPS
10.2010 - 01.2011
Maintenance / Truck Loader
Diamond Springs
06.2006 - 09.2010
Mailroom Manager/Underwriting Assistant
All Risks, Ltd.
04.2002 - 05.2006
Salesman
Saturn of West Broad
08.2000 - 04.2002
Office and Parts Manager / Salesman
Lakeside Appliance
09.1996 - 08.2000
B.S. - Business Administration
JOHN TYLER COMMUNITY COLLEGE
B.S. - Business Administration
VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVESITY