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Stephen Leach
Manager
Pickton,TX
Summary
Dynamic manager with over 15 years of diverse experience, committed to aligning company objectives with innovative strategies that enhance efficiency and foster employee development. Proven ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring profitability, adherence to schedules, and meeting deadlines. Recognized for professionalism and discretion, adept at building positive relationships with customers, colleagues, and vendors through respectful and effective communication. Results-driven leader dedicated to cultivating a collaborative work environment that empowers every team member to thrive.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Remodeling Crew Member
Hoons Remodel, Repair, Replace
10.2025 - Current
- Operated hand and power tools for remodeling projects efficiently.
- Assisted in demolition and removal of existing structures safely.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines were met.
- Applied finishing techniques to enhance aesthetic appeal of installations.
- Build/Install decks, fencing, skirting, windows and more.
- Communicated effectively with clients to address concerns and provide updates.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of worksite throughout projects.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during remodeling tasks.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and professionally.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on time and within budget constraints.
Owner-Builder
Shed Solutions, LLC
02.2020 - Current
- (Self-employed) Construction, maintenance and removal of storage sheds, small decks and chain-link fence; home-maintenance, and specialty handyman projects. While still handling some of these tasks for previous customers, the owner has decided to pursue roles less impacted by weather conditions.
Interim Operations Manager & CSR
Hornet Machine & Hydraulics
01.2023 - 02.2025
- Hired to bring a 22-year-old CNC machine company up to speed, create systems, increase efficiencies, reduce the owner’s workload, and grow a newly added hydraulic cylinder repair division. Increased turnaround in hydraulics from 10 to 3 days, courted new business customers, added pickup and delivery service, implemented customer communication practices, and ensured consistency in billing. Sought out and won additional lines and work from existing CNC customers, improved communications, and limited the owner's workload to the highest value tasks. The extra work required the purchase of additional machines, modifying the machine layout to increase workflow efficiency, and reducing production times. The final result was the highest grossing year for both divisions, growing from 400k+ to 950k+ in gross revenue. Streamlined office, invoicing, and communication systems as well. In early 2025, the role was no longer needed.
Operations Manager & Outside Sales
Service Power Equipment
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Management of outdoor power equipment company offering sales, parts and service for lawn & garden, farm equipment, trailers, tractors, and skid steers. Oversight of 5 full time employees with part time help as needed. Duties included: Outside sales, inside sales, heavy customer contact via phone, email or in person; monthly statements/billing; AP/AR; daily, weekly, and monthly reports for each department; vendor relations; daily cash handling & payment processing; bank deposits; sales contracts; loan applications; warranty compliance; inventory & purchasing; CRM/sales software; standard business computing; standard office machines; meetings; employee certifications & compliance; scheduling staff & approving payroll; handled building maintenance as needed. (Company closed due in early 2020)
Store Manager & Sales
Service Rent-All
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Managed one branch of a equipment rental & sales company. I turned this branch into a profitable store in the first five months by focusing on building a loyal customer base, understanding customer needs, improving communication, and decreasing waste through better systems and practices. Duties included: keyholder; phones; front counter/customer service; merchandising, display, sales of parts, tractors, skid steers, and lawn equipment; daily cash handling; payment processing; billing & collections; scheduling deliveries and pickup of equipment; loading/unloading equipment; inspection of equipment before and after rental; daily reports; vendor relations; building maintenance; regular meetings with owners. (Transferred to Tyler Branch when the company split.)
Pastor
Collinwood First Baptist
06.2016 - 01.2018
- (Bi-vocational position) All normal pastoral duties of preaching, teaching, overseeing meetings, counseling, weddings, funerals, baptisms. (Left this position when the farm above was sold which was my main income.)
Resident Farm Manager
Green River Farms
02.2015 - 01.2018
- Resident Manager of 100-acre grass-fed beef, intensive-grazing farm. Developed all systems and procedures of startup from raw pasture to functioning operation. Duties included: Selection and purchase of cattle; herd health and reproduction via frozen semen; rotational grazing; marketing beef and scheduling processing dates; hauling cattle; maintaining farm including fencing and water systems. Attended regular further education courses in beef and grazing management offered by the University of TN, County Extension offices, and USDA/NRCS. This job required heavy interaction with the USDA and NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Services) offices for farm improvement programs via annual cost-share and grant programs. Applied for and was funded for seven farm improvement projects. Was awarded annual payments through NRCS for exceeding grazing and riparian management benchmarks as well as wildlife habitat conservation. (Left when owners sold the farm and we wanted to return to Texas)
Pastor
Cross Country Cowboy Church
11.2009 - 01.2015
- All normal pastoral duties including preaching, teaching, administration, counseling, weddings, funerals, oversight of ministry teams, developing leaders, legal compliance, employees, etc. My focus was spiritual growth of members, developing strong leaders and outreach. We saw the achievement of the goals we had set coming in. (We left the church after 5 years on excellent terms, simply feeling that it was time to go. The congregation is now in the care of a strong set of shepherds)
Education
Additional Short Courses - Business, Leadership, Office Systems, Negotiation, and Marketing
High School - General - undefined
Greene-Taliaferro Comprehensive
Greensboro, GA06.1988
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Operations management
- Customer service
- Operational efficiency
- Operations monitoring
- Employee relations and conflict resolution
- Planning and implementation
Interests
ACTIVITIES AND INTERESTS
Camping, Hiking, Woodworking, Family, Farm Life, Men's mental health and community, lead Men's groups.
Timeline
Remodeling Crew Member
Hoons Remodel, Repair, Replace
10.2025 - Current
Interim Operations Manager & CSR
Hornet Machine & Hydraulics
01.2023 - 02.2025
Owner-Builder
Shed Solutions, LLC
02.2020 - Current
Operations Manager & Outside Sales
Service Power Equipment
04.2019 - 02.2020
Store Manager & Sales
Service Rent-All
02.2018 - 03.2019
Pastor
Collinwood First Baptist
06.2016 - 01.2018
Resident Farm Manager
Green River Farms
02.2015 - 01.2018
Pastor
Cross Country Cowboy Church
11.2009 - 01.2015
High School - General - undefined
Greene-Taliaferro Comprehensive