Christopher Dotson
MC CARR
Summary
Responsible and organized with strong ability to lead and motivate teams. Possesses solid understanding of production processes and quality control, along with expertise in scheduling and resource management. Committed to driving operational efficiency and ensuring high standards of workplace safety and productivity.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Utility Worker
Coronado Buchanan Minerals
Buchanan, VA
04.2026 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery to ensure efficient material handling and transport.
- Maintained safety protocols and ensured compliance with industry regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management, performing regular stock checks and organizing materials.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime.
- Fill in positions when other employees are absent.
Shuttle Car Operator
Coronado Coal
Logan, WV
03.2025 - 03.2026
- Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Operated heavy machinery to ensure efficient coal production processes.
- Monitored safety protocols to maintain compliance with industry regulations.
Operations Supervisor
Kellanova
Pikeville, KY
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring to staff members.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Contributed to long-term strategic planning discussions within the leadership team to help shape future direction for the business unit.
- Managed 12 to 20 hourly union employees on a daily basis.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure adherence to quality and safety standards.
Roof Bolter Operator
Coronado Coal
Man, WV
11.2022 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with team members to ensure proper installation and alignment of roof bolts, resulting in stable work environment.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting and maintaining bolting equipment.
- Assisted in training new operators on proper use of roof bolting equipment.
- Contributed to overall mine stability by accurately drilling holes for bolt placement according to mine roof control plan.
- Reduced injury rates by consistently following safety protocols during bolting process.
Packaging Machine Operator
Kellogg's
Pikeville, KY
03.2019 - 11.2022
- Enhanced production speed with focus on optimizing machine settings and processes.
- Maintained high quality standards by routinely inspecting finished products for defects or deviations from specifications.
- Prepared finished product in accordance with prescribed packaging procedure while producing high quality packing of finished goods and minimal waste generation.
- Increased overall productivity through effective communication with team members and supervisors.
- Maintained clean, tidy and safe working environment in packing area.
- Ensured safe working conditions by adhering to established safety guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
Custodian
Pike County Fiscal Court
Pikeville, KY
06.2017 - 03.2019
- Maintained well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary items.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
- Emptied trash cans to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Moved furniture for cleaning.
- Enhanced cleanliness and safety by regularly sanitizing high-touch surfaces.
- Performed timely snow removal and ice management during winter months for safe access.
Security Guard
Guard Co LLC
Pikeville, KY
05.2016 - 07.2017
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting mine property to eliminate unauthorized person.
- Maintained safe environment for staff and visitors through proactive surveillance and communication.
- Patrolled and monitored premises.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic onto mine property.
Stock Clerk
Magic Mart
Belfry, KY
06.2015 - 05.2016
- Checked and pulled defective or expired products from shelves.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Assisted customers in locating desired items, providing exceptional service and promoting customer satisfaction.
- Worked with team members to maintain clean, organized, and safe work environment for all Co workers.
- Conducted inventory and restocked items throughout shift.
Education
High School Diploma -
Belfry High School
Belfry, KY05-2015
Skills
- Staff supervision
- Risk management
- Performance monitoring
- KPI tracking
- Diversity Awareness
- Power tool operation
- Equipment operation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Hand tool proficiency
- Basic repair skills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
Personal Information
Title:
Education
Belfry, KY
Timeline
Utility Worker
Coronado Buchanan Minerals
04.2026 - Current
Shuttle Car Operator
Coronado Coal
03.2025 - 03.2026
Operations Supervisor
Kellanova
08.2024 - 03.2025
Roof Bolter Operator
Coronado Coal
11.2022 - 08.2024
Packaging Machine Operator
Kellogg's
03.2019 - 11.2022
Custodian
Pike County Fiscal Court
06.2017 - 03.2019
Security Guard
Guard Co LLC
05.2016 - 07.2017
Stock Clerk
Magic Mart
06.2015 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
Belfry High School