Victor Koney
Operations Supervisor
Portage,Indiana
Summary
Operations leader with 13+ years of progressive experience in heavy industrial environments, including bulk materials handling, terminal operations, and union workforce supervision. Currently serving as Operations Supervisor at Kinder Morgan, leading production teams, contractors, and safety compliance initiatives within a high-volume industrial facility. Experienced in KPI development, cost control, operational planning, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. Proven ability to drive performance, support strategic planning, and maintain strong labor-management relationships.
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.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Supervisor
Kinder Morgan
02.2023 - Current
- Provide leadership and direct oversight of daily plant operations within a heavy industrial bulk materials facility handling 200+ tons per railcar across 30+ railcars daily.
- Lead union and contractor workforce while ensuring compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company regulatory standards.
- Partner with upper management to develop and track operational KPIs related to safety, throughput, downtime, and asset utilization.
- Support budget adherence through cost control initiatives, equipment optimization, and reduction of operational inefficiencies.
- Drive continuous improvement efforts focused on workflow optimization, maintenance planning, and process reliability.
- Utilize Maximo asset management system to prioritize maintenance activities and minimize production disruptions.
- Coordinate production planning and logistics to ensure customer supply commitments are met safely and efficiently.
- Maintain effective labor-management relations by enforcing collective agreement standards and supporting structured communication between management and union operators.
Control Room Operator / Heavy Equipment Operator
Kinder Morgan
10.2013 - 02.2023
- Monitored and managed plant operations through centralized control systems, ensuring production targets and environmental compliance standards were consistently met.
- Coordinated heavy equipment operations including dozers and loaders in support of large-scale material handling processes.
- Responded to emergency operational scenarios, minimizing downtime and maintaining asset integrity.
- Contributed to safety culture initiatives and continuous improvement efforts within a regulated industrial environment.
Laborer
U.S. Steel
03.2010 - 08.2013
- Operated heavy equipment and supported production operations in a large-scale steel manufacturing facility.
Operator Technician
CFC International
10.2004 - 02.2010
- Monitored and operated manufacturing equipment, ensuring product quality and production efficiency.
Torpedoman’s Mate 3rd Class
United States Navy
01.2000 - 07.2004
- Managed maintenance and operational readiness of advanced weapons systems while training junior personnel in safety and compliance procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Management
Indiana University Kokomo
01.2025
Bachelor of Science - General Studies, Minor in Business Administration
Indiana University Northwest
01.2024
Skills
Production & Maintenance Oversight
Union Workforce Leadership
Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization
Regulatory & Environmental Compliance
KPI Development & Performance Management
Operations management
Timeline
Operations Supervisor
Kinder Morgan
02.2023 - Current
Control Room Operator / Heavy Equipment Operator
Kinder Morgan
10.2013 - 02.2023
Laborer
U.S. Steel
03.2010 - 08.2013
Operator Technician
CFC International
10.2004 - 02.2010
Torpedoman’s Mate 3rd Class
United States Navy
01.2000 - 07.2004
Bachelor of Science - General Studies, Minor in Business Administration
Indiana University Northwest
Master of Science - Management
Indiana University Kokomo