Scott Barnette
Franklin,Oh
Summary
Enthusiastic Manager with 9 years of experience in the steel industry. Skilled in fostering a safety culture, motivating teams, and maintaining high-quality standards. Proven expertise in employee oversight, coaching, and troubleshooting. A decisive leader with strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and quick learning ability for new processes and equipment. Effective in finding new resources to help with cost reduction.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Mill Supervisor
PTC Alliance
01.2025 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards and production schedules.
- Led a team of operators, mentoring staff on equipment usage and best practices.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for machinery, optimizing operational reliability and performance.
- Analyzed production metrics to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making processes.
- Conducted weekly meetings with staff members to discuss progress updates, address any challenges faced and provide constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline operations and enhance product quality standards.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers for reliable sourcing of high-quality raw materials at competitive prices.
- Provided timely reports on production metrics to upper management for informed decision-making purposes.
- Handled personnel issues professionally, resolving conflicts fairly and fostering a positive work environment for all team members.
- Engaged in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas of opportunity, proposing solutions, and monitoring progress closely.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure seamless workflow and on-time delivery of finished products.
Operations Manager
Frederick Steel
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Led safety meetings and training sessions to promote workplace safety and reduce accidents.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and increase efficiency.
- Increased productivity on shift by setting goals and expectations.
- Maintained high efficiency on shift by record keeping.
- Developed and implemented new strategies to increase efficiency and streamline operations.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Resolved customer issues and complaints in a professional and timely manner.
- Managed a team of 35 employees in a fast-paced production cutting environment.
- Worked with senior management on switching to new ERP system.
- Worked on continuous improvement goals.
- Implemented and upheld company policies to ensure a disciplined and productive workplace.
- Mentored new management to foster culture of accountability and adherence to standards.
- Record keeping of on time delivery and tons shipped per day.
1st Shift Supervisor
Benjamin Steel
11.2022 - 04.2024
- Analyzed equipment breakdowns using various troubleshooting methods.
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
- Enforce safety rules and other policies to protect employees and minimize company liability.
- Prepared shift summary reports for management/Plant manager and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
- Given multiple projects to complete in timely fashion.
- Coordinated schedules and workflow for department to meet production goals and deadlines.
Plant Supervisor
Metal Matic Inc.
08.2014 - 11.2022
- Supervised day to day functions of plant.
- Coached employees on company standards and efficiency.
- Monitored safety practices and made changes or recommendations.
- Enhanced processes by pinpointing bottlenecks and working with management to resolve.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Collaborated with other leaders to direct workflow and support operations.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
BUTLER TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
07-2007
Skills
- Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Team Building
- Process Improvement
- Decision Making
- Problem Solving
- Interpersonal Communication
- Operations management
- Scheduling coordination
- Machinery operation
- Staff training and development
- Production output documentation
- Measurement gauges
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Managing operations and efficiency
Timeline
Mill Supervisor
PTC Alliance
01.2025 - Current
Operations Manager
Frederick Steel
04.2024 - 01.2025
1st Shift Supervisor
Benjamin Steel
11.2022 - 04.2024
Plant Supervisor
Metal Matic Inc.
08.2014 - 11.2022
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
BUTLER TECHNICAL INSTITUTE