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Wesley Avery

Port Hueneme,CA

Summary

Accomplished Senior Manager with a robust history at U.S. Navy Active Duty, excelling in strategic planning and operations management. Leveraged data analytics and partnership development to enhance operational efficiency and team productivity. Demonstrated leadership in implementing innovative solutions, achieving significant performance improvements. Skilled in talent development, adept at fostering high-performing teams.

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.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Manager

U.S. Navy Active Duty
07.2016 - 10.2023
  • Evaluated hiring, firing, and promotions requests.
  • Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
  • Executed appropriate staffing and budgetary plans to align with business forecasts.
  • Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
  • Reviewed and analyzed reports, records and directives to obtain data required for planning department activities.
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
  • Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
  • Ordered new equipment and inventory and scheduled repairs for damaged equipment.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.

Senior Transportation Manager

U.S. Navy Active Duty
04.2014 - 07.2016
  • Prepared and updated employees' daily work schedules and resolved delivery problems.
  • Supervised department personnel by assigning and directing daily tasks as well as evaluating performance to enhance productivity and resolve problems.
  • Developed criteria and application instructions for federal and state public transportation programs.
  • Collaborated with planner to schedule and implement backhaul processes to meet third-party backhaul goals.
  • Researched distance, traffic patterns and other aspects to determine cost-effective and productive routes for deliveries.
  • Oversaw team of [Number] drivers by reviewing performance to promote timely and efficient deliveries and operations.
  • Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
  • Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
  • Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
  • Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
  • Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.

Heavy Construction Operations Manager

U.S. Navy Active Duty
07.2013 - 04.2014
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.

Construction Crew Leader

U.S. Navy Active Duty
07.2010 - 07.2013
  • Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll, and ordered new materials for sites.
  • Evaluated production schedules and orders to arrange required materials and plan staffing needs.
  • Attended 3 on-site meetings with subcontractors and clients per month.
  • Set and revised production schedules to meet changing demands.
  • Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
  • Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
  • Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
  • Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
  • Planned project resources by materials, and staff throughout lifecycle of projects.
  • Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
  • Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
  • Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
  • Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
  • Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
  • Assisted with successful, time-sensitive renovations of various structures.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.

Tractor Trailer Truck Driver

U.S. Navy Active Duty
07.2006 - 07.2009
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
  • Recovered vehicles, completed private tows, and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.
  • Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.

Heavy Equipment Operator

U.S. Navy Active Duty
10.2003 - 07.2006
  • Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
  • Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
  • Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
  • Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
  • Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
  • Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
  • Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
  • Read blueprints and understood technical drawings.
  • Adjusted soil levels and grade land for construction projects.
  • Used cranes and hoists to move large objects.
  • Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
  • Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
  • Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
  • Operated compactors to compact soil, asphalt and other materials.
  • Employed bulldozers, loaders and backhoes for construction projects.
  • Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
  • Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.

Education

High School Diploma -

Reagan County High School
Big Lake, TX
06.2003

Skills

  • Data Analytics
  • Partnership Development
  • Talent Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Resource Allocation
  • Operations Planning
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Logistics operations management
  • Cargo loading and handling
  • Troubleshooting and problem resolution
  • Operations Management

Timeline

Senior Manager

U.S. Navy Active Duty
07.2016 - 10.2023

Senior Transportation Manager

U.S. Navy Active Duty
04.2014 - 07.2016

Heavy Construction Operations Manager

U.S. Navy Active Duty
07.2013 - 04.2014

Construction Crew Leader

U.S. Navy Active Duty
07.2010 - 07.2013

Tractor Trailer Truck Driver

U.S. Navy Active Duty
07.2006 - 07.2009

Heavy Equipment Operator

U.S. Navy Active Duty
10.2003 - 07.2006

High School Diploma -

Reagan County High School

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