Amber Barlow
Flemingsburg
Summary
Dynamic supervisor with proven expertise in team supervision, employee training, and quality control. Committed to operational safety and promoting positive work environments that enhance performance and productivity.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
Lonestar services llc
West Union
07.2024 - Current
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to company policies and standards.
- Trained new employees on safety procedures and operational standards.
- Coordinated inter-team workflow, improving efficiency and communication across departments.
- Conducted regular inspections to uphold quality control in service delivery.
- Assisted in resolving employee conflicts and promoting a positive work environment.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Monitored employee productivity and provided targeted feedback, fostering skill development.
- Managed scheduling for staff, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times and projects.
Horse Trainer
Self-employeed
Flemingsburg
03.2000 - Current
- Developed customized training programs for various horse breeds and skill levels.
- Evaluated equine behavior to enhance training methods and techniques.
- Utilized groundwork exercises to improve horse responsiveness and discipline.
- Trained and rode horses across wide age range and exhibited excellent horse handling skills.
- Developed individualized training plans for each horse based on experience level and needs.
- Collaborated with clients to define training goals and track progress, enhancing client satisfaction.
- Communicated with owners regarding progress and any changes needed to the training plan.
- Prepared horses for competitions by grooming, ensuring presentation met judging standards.
- Performed health assessments to ensure optimal horse well-being, preventing injuries during training.
- Monitored horses' health and temperament for signs of injury and illness.
- Worked closely with veterinarians to develop treatment plans for injured or ill animals.
- Performed minor medical procedures such as wound treatment or administering medications.
- Evaluated potential new horses for purchase or lease by assessing their temperament, conformation, and soundness.
- Readied horses for travel by securing them in trailers and ensuring their comfort during transport.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed when working with the horses.
- Researched nutritional supplements that would benefit the overall health of the horses.
- Maintained detailed records of each horse's health, diet, and behavior to track progress and identify needs.
- Attended equine seminars to stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices.
- Assessed animals to identify their temperaments, abilities, and suitability for specific training programs.
- Retrained horses to break kicking, bolting or other bad habits.
Delivery Driver
The Ledger Independent
Maysville
02.2011 - 05.2020
- Delivered newspapers efficiently across designated routes daily.
- Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
- Managed time effectively to ensure timely deliveries each day.
- Navigated delivery routes using GPS and maps to optimize delivery efficiency and minimize delays.
- Communicated with customers to resolve delivery issues promptly.
- Followed safety protocols during deliveries to ensure safe operations.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and conducted routine maintenance checks to ensure safe and reliable operations.
- Coordinated with team members to effectively align delivery schedules and enhance overall team productivity.
Education
GED -
Mason County High School
Maysville, KY11-2002
Skills
- Team supervision
- Employee training
- Quality control
- Operational safety
- Performance monitoring
- Workflow coordination
- Conflict resolution
- Client relationship management
- Time management
- Decision making
- Team leadership
- Team development
- Policy and procedure development
- Problem solving
- Adaptability
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
Timeline
Supervisor
Lonestar services llc
07.2024 - Current
Delivery Driver
The Ledger Independent
02.2011 - 05.2020
Horse Trainer
Self-employeed
03.2000 - Current
GED -
Mason County High School