CHRISTOPHER T. HOLLIS
Hopkinsville
Summary
Accomplished operations management professional with extensive experience in quality control and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and drive team productivity through effective resource allocation and staff motivation. Strong relationship-building skills foster a collaborative work environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager of Production
Denso Air Systems Inc.
Hopkinsville
03.2024 - Current
- Managed daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Oversaw inventory management to ensure accurate stock levels and streamline ordering processes.
- Coordinated team schedules to enhance communication and collaboration among staff.
- Conducted training sessions for new hires on policies and procedures, enhancing onboarding experience.
- Analyzed performance data to identify staff development opportunities.
- Led regular staff meetings to address team concerns and strengthen teamwork initiatives.
- Resolved conflicts among team members effectively, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Collaborated with management on strategic planning to achieve business goals.
Quality Supervisor
Denso Air Systems Inc.
Hopkinsville
03.2022 - Current
- Supervised quality control processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards and enhancing product integrity.
- Conducted regular inspections of production lines, identifying defects and ensuring quality output.
- Monitored performance metrics to ensure adherence to established quality benchmarks, facilitating timely corrective actions.
- Trained staff on quality assurance techniques and best practices, improving overall team competency in quality management.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to address product quality issues effectively.
- Facilitated root cause analysis for non-conformance reports and implemented corrective actions.
- Coordinated audits and assessments, maintaining certification standards at the facility.
- Developed standard operating procedures to streamline various production processes.
Quality Engineer
TRAD North America
Hopkinsville
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Investigated root causes of quality problems, recommending effective solutions to prevent recurrence.
- Developed quality assurance procedures aligned with ISO 9001 standards.
- Created control plans to enhance production quality processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements.
- Utilized statistical tools for analyzing quality data trends effectively.
- Reviewed engineering documents for accuracy against specifications and requirements.
- Analyzed customer feedback to implement corrective actions, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Issued quality alerts to proactively address potential issues.
Production Scheduler
TRAD North America
Hopkinsville
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Enhanced labor and material utilization to accurately forecast long-term production schedules.
- Prevented material shortages by conducting thorough research and strategic planning.
- Avoided production delays in coordination with materials planners.
- Coordinated with production supervisors to allocate staff resources effectively.
- Ensured all work orders submitted per specified schedule.
Operations Manager
Kentucky New Era Media Group
Hopkinsville
09.2009 - 12.2018
- Directed daily operations, implementing strategies that aligned with profitability goals.
- Supervised workflows of 60 staff members, maximizing productivity through effective coaching.
- Managed financial operations, including budget planning, accounting, and payroll activities to ensure fiscal accuracy.
- Evaluated performance metrics to identify areas for improvement in team effectiveness.
- Coordinated cross-departmental communication to enhance project efficiency and collaboration.
- Maintained accurate inventory records to track stock levels and minimize costs.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner, ensuring optimal satisfaction levels.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, maintaining a safe work environment for all personnel.
IT Manager
Kentucky New Era Media Group
Hopkinsville
08.2009 - 12.2018
- Managed Windows 10, 7, XP workstations
- Installed and maintained software, ensuring systems were secure with up-to-date anti-virus
- Executed virus removal procedures on infected systems
- Virtual Servers including Windows Server 12 and 2008
- Computer/Software Inventory
- Executed computer and printer installation and maintenance to ensure optimal performance
- 8 X 8 phone systems, ALLWORX, and Cisco phones
- Troubleshot workstations, printers, and software to resolve issues and minimize downtime
Skills
- Inventory management
- Operational Efficiency
- Quality Control
- Resource Allocation
- Team coordination
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Long-term strategy
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Prioritization
- Deadline commitment
- Multitasking
- Stress resistance
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Communication skills
- Active listening
- Relationship building
- Service excellence
- Staff motivation
- Presentation skills
- Conflict resolution
References
- Matt Hilton, Quality Manager, TRAD North America, (270) 719-9365
- Charles Henderson, President-Kentucky New Era Media Group, Civilian Aide to the Secretary of Army-Kentucky, (270) 498-3596
- Sheryl Ellis, CEO/Director, Hopkinsville-Christian County YMCA, (270) 889-1068
Professional Competencies
- Strategic Planning
- Service Excellence
- Communication Skills
- Staff Motivation
- Problem Solving Approach
- Decision Making
- Presentation Skills
- Prioritizing Skills
- Deadline Commitment
- Multitasking Ability
- Stress Resistance
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Patient Listening
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Assistant Manager of Production
Denso Air Systems Inc.
03.2024 - Current
Quality Supervisor
Denso Air Systems Inc.
03.2022 - Current
Quality Engineer
TRAD North America
06.2021 - 03.2022
Production Scheduler
TRAD North America
01.2021 - 06.2021
Operations Manager
Kentucky New Era Media Group
09.2009 - 12.2018
IT Manager
Kentucky New Era Media Group
08.2009 - 12.2018