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Tim Gardiner

Sour Lake,TX

Summary

Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 11 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. Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement. Self-starting Operations Manager offering high-level experience in supervision of workover and completion operations. Adept at directing work of completion consultants and completion supervisors. Successful introducing lean manufacturing to increase productivity and cut costs of completion. Well organized, attentive to detail and vigilant in achieving safety and environmental impact reduction objectives. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Dedicated professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Energy Transfer Partners L.P
10.2019 - Current
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.

Board Operator

Energy Transfer Partners L.P
03.2013 - 10.2019
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
  • Performed quality assurance tasks to promote accuracy and minimize mistakes.
  • Operated technical and mechanical equipment and adjusted machine settings according to work cycles.
  • Performed quality checks to identify finish discrepancies.
  • Assisted with equipment startups and machine installation tasks.
  • Conducted inspection of in-process or finished product.
  • Worked outside in all weather conditions.
  • Performed equipment tests, calibrations and repairs to keep machines running smoothly and prevent malfunctions.
  • Kept accurate records of defective units or products.
  • Recognized upset conditions, determining cause, and took appropriate corrective action.

Facility Manager

Airgas
03.2005 - 03.2013
  • Maintained inventory and ordered supplies to keep facility resources readily available.
  • Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
  • Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
  • Supervised staff of 10 in day-to-day activities.
  • Conducted inspections of facility grounds, external structure, systems and equipment.
  • Managed security and access control by overseeing surveillance camera, alarm and card access systems for facility safety and security.
  • Coordinated with cleaning and janitorial services to keep facility clean and presentable for occupants.
  • Led facility management staff and consultants in producing business plan that focused on facility operations.
  • Tracked and documented operational and financial records to perform analysis of performance and costs.
  • Maintained facility grounds, equipment and safety compliance.
  • Created and implemented operational policies, processes and procedures to keep facilities running smoothly.
  • Developed and oversaw budgets for facilities and worked within cost restraints.
  • Established and maintained relationships with external vendors for prompt restocking of needed items and supplies.
  • Ordered, maintained and distributed supplies and inventory.
  • Prepared reports and schedules with accuracy.
  • Reviewed and oversaw construction and renovation projects.
  • Oversaw annual budget to handle supply, labor and maintenance needs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lumberton High School
Lumberton, TX
05.1997

Skills

  • Financial Management
  • Google Docs
  • Oracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio Management
  • IBM SPSS Statistics
  • Data Archiving
  • Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat
  • Staff Training
  • Management
  • Manage Budgets
  • Microsoft Excel
  • SAP
  • Workflow Planning
  • Staff Management
  • Customer Service
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Windows

Timeline

Operations Manager

Energy Transfer Partners L.P
10.2019 - Current

Board Operator

Energy Transfer Partners L.P
03.2013 - 10.2019

Facility Manager

Airgas
03.2005 - 03.2013

High School Diploma -

Lumberton High School
Tim Gardiner