Professional Summary
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William Pence

Cummins
New Glarus,WI
9
years of professional experience

Results-driven Operations Team Manager with a proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring health and safety compliance. Skilled in problem-solving and deadline management, driving continuous improvement initiatives that lead to measurable quality enhancements.

Work History

Operations Team Manager

4 Years 11 Months
Cummins | 11.2021 - Current
  • Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce delays in product delivery.
  • Developed training programs for new hires, fostering skill development and team cohesion.
  • Conducted regular audits of operational procedures, maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
  • Established performance metrics to track progress, identify trends, and inform data-driven decision-making processes.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve shared business objectives and drive company growth.
  • Delivering regular feedback to direct reports as well as mid-year and end of year performance evaluations.
  • Handling disciplinary actions, hiring and firing of employees.

Operations Team Lead

2 Years 2 Months
Cummins | 09.2019 - 11.2021
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure workflow efficiency and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Led cross-functional teams in implementing process improvements, enhancing overall productivity.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering skills development and promoting a collaborative work environment.
  • Built daily production schedules.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices to facilitate their rapid integration into the team.
  • Maintained high levels of employee morale through effective communication, recognition, and coaching initiatives.
  • Assisted upper management in developing long-term strategic plans for departmental growth and success.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.

Operations Team Coordinator

1 Year 7 Months
Cummins | 02.2018 - 09.2019
  • Assisted the team lead with planning the daily production schedule.
  • Assigned team members to daily tasks.
  • Worked with team members on their development, helping build a strong and efficient team.
  • Helped as needed working on the production line with various tasks including welding, assembling, rework and staging parts to ensure efficiency and quality.
  • Worked with cross functional teams to resolve issues with processes. materials flow, mechanical issues and safety issues.

Welder

8 Months
Cummins | 06.2017 - 02.2018
  • Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate components efficiently.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precision in welds.
  • Conducted routine inspections of welds for quality assurance and compliance.
  • Collaborated with production teams to optimize workflow and reduce downtime.
  • Troubleshot welding equipment issues, minimizing repair time and costs.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.

Education

High School Diploma

Pecatonica Area High School | Blanchardville | 05-2016

Skills

Operational efficiency
Training and mentoring
Deadline management
Staff development
Problem-solving
Conflict Resolution
Planning and implementation
Team leadership
Decision-making
Health and safety compliance

Timeline

Operations Team Manager

Cummins
11.2021 - CurrentRead More

Operations Team Lead

Cummins
09.2019 - 11.2021Read More

Operations Team Coordinator

Cummins
02.2018 - 09.2019Read More

Welder

Cummins
06.2017 - 02.2018Read More

Pecatonica Area High School

High School Diploma
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William Pence