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Zane Abbitt

Stonewall,LA

Summary

Dynamic Operations Manager with a proven track record at Trimaxx Industries, excelling in operational efficiency and team leadership. Spearheaded initiatives that significantly enhanced performance outcomes and customer satisfaction. Skilled in problem-solving and staff management, adept at driving improvements and achieving key metrics. 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

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Trimaxx Industries
02.2022 - Current
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to

fulfill business requirements.

  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Managed operations for 7 shops across the United States.
  • Performed diagnostics and repairs on sand chassis

Shop Lead Mechanic

Arklatex Diesel Services
01.2021 - 02.2022
  • Reduced equipment downtime with proactive maintenance scheduling and timely repairs.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Built a positive work culture among staff members by promoting teamwork, open communication, and mutual respect among peers.
  • Kept up-to-date on industry trends and advancements, incorporating new technology into shop processes where appropriate.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality repair services within specified deadlines.

Lead Mechanic

Allens Electric
07.2017 - 02.2019
  • Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services.
  • Managed workflow effectively by prioritizing tasks based on urgency, complexity, and available resources at hand.
  • Diagnosed mechanical failures to determine and delegate corrective actions.
  • Improved team productivity through effective delegation of tasks and clear communication among mechanics.
  • Provided technical expertise to junior mechanics, enhancing their skills and boosting overall team capabilities.
  • Conducted quality inspections of completed work, ensuring all repairs met industry standards and customer satisfaction levels.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies by reinforcing proper procedures during daily operations.
  • Repaired and rebuilt electric motors of all sizes.
  • Built custom water transfer pumps from start to finish.

Lead Fabricator

Metro Aviation Inc.
07.2001 - 02.2017
  • Achieved higher customer satisfaction ratings by delivering custom fabricated products that met or exceeded client specifications.
  • Troubleshot equipment issues, performing routine maintenance tasks as required to minimize downtime and maintain optimal performance levels.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to optimize designs for manufacturability, improving overall project timelines and reducing costs.
  • Regularly participated in industry conferences and workshops to stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices for lead fabricators.
  • Led a team of fabricators to successfully complete complex projects within tight deadlines.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams during project planning stages to ensure alignment of objectives between departments involved in the fabrication process.
  • Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
  • Performed quality checks to verify proper lengths, widths, and painted finish discrepancies.
  • Assisted in development of new assembly processes.
  • Assigned jobs to 26 employees daily, ensured jobs were completed by blueprint specs.


Education

GED -

North Caddo High School
Vivian, LA
05.2001

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Team Leadership
  • Operations Management
  • Customer Service
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Fabrication
  • Heavy duty truck and trailer repair
  • Decision-Making
  • Employee relations and conflict resolution
  • Planning and Implementation
  • Staff Training
  • Staff Management

Timeline

Operations Manager

Trimaxx Industries
02.2022 - Current

Shop Lead Mechanic

Arklatex Diesel Services
01.2021 - 02.2022

Lead Mechanic

Allens Electric
07.2017 - 02.2019

Lead Fabricator

Metro Aviation Inc.
07.2001 - 02.2017

GED -

North Caddo High School
Zane Abbitt