Jeff Ward
Oquawka
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at Gates Corporation, excelling in warehouse management and operational efficiency. Proven track record in enhancing productivity through effective materials management and strong organizational skills. Committed to safety and reliability, consistently meeting tight deadlines while fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Operator
American Ordnance
02.2024 - Current
- Lead Operator in the production of explosive ordinance with various machines,
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Supported workplace safety through strict adherence to safety protocols and regular inspections of machinery.
- Set up and adjusted machines for day-to-day operations.
Distribution Center Supervisor
Gates Corporation
06.2009 - 02.2024
- Over see day to day operation of shipping and receiving processes in a 2 shift operation.
- Manage 25 warehouse associates in a pick/pull customer order operation.
- Corrdinate loading and shipping with freight carriers to move product to the customer.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors and carriers to improve overall supply chain operations.
- Managed scheduling, allocating resources efficiently to meet daily workload demands.
- Maintained a consistently high level of productivity under tight deadlines while balancing multiple competing priorities.
- Reduced order processing time with enhanced inventory control procedures.
Operator Specialist
Gates Corporation
07.2000 - 06.2009
- Responsible for following rubber mixing formulas.
- Operate and maintain rubber mixing equipment in a safely manner.
- Inventory of raw materials.
- Monitor the mixing process of rubber batch mixing process.
- Operate gas and electric forklifts.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy within operations through diligent attention-to-detail and proper calibration of equipment.
- Identified areas for improvement, recommending changes that led to increased productivity and reduced waste.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and guidelines among team members.
Milling Machine Operator
Gates Corporation
07.1998 - 07.2000
- Responsible for reading customer orders.
- Operate a double roll rubber mill and drying convyor line.
- Run off slab rubber per customer specifications.
- Label and identify rubber stocks for shipment.
- Completed projects within tight deadlines by effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks during high-pressure situations.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following strict safety guidelines during all aspects of the milling process.
Production Team Leader
ICI Explosives
01.1996 - 07.1998
- Mentored new employees, providing them with the necessary knowledge and guidance to become effective members of the production team.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Led a team of production workers to consistently meet deadlines and exceed performance goals.
Farm Manager
Emrick Farms
06.1993 - 01.1996
- Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
- Oversaw the maintenance of farm machinery, resulting in reduced downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.
- Improved animal health through regular monitoring, vaccinations, and timely veterinary consultations.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs, and labor requirements.
- Kept detailed records on crop production, livestock health, equipment maintenance, financial transactions, and employee performance for data-driven decision making.
- Planned schedule for crop rotation, plantings, and harvest.
- Led team of 5 skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
- Adjusted production strategies to account for changing factors such as market and weather conditions.
Education
General Studies
Union High
Biggsville, IL05-1985
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer Service
- Organizational Skills
- Warehouse Management Software
- Safety Team
- Time Mangement
- Adaptable to change
- Reliability and punctuality
- Materials handling
- Equipment operation
- Materials management
- Stress tolerance
Certification
Material Handling Equipment
First Responder
Timeline
Production Operator
American Ordnance
02.2024 - Current
Distribution Center Supervisor
Gates Corporation
06.2009 - 02.2024
Operator Specialist
Gates Corporation
07.2000 - 06.2009
Milling Machine Operator
Gates Corporation
07.1998 - 07.2000
Production Team Leader
ICI Explosives
01.1996 - 07.1998
Farm Manager
Emrick Farms
06.1993 - 01.1996
General Studies
Union High
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