Jeff Bryant
Paducah
Summary
Over a decade of hands-on experience in machinery maintenance, specializing in troubleshooting and restoring complex systems. Known for rapidly diagnosing issues with CNC machines and laser cutters, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal production efficiency. Authorized to work in the US for any employer. Results-driven Supervisor with experience steering and directing all aspects of operations. Practiced in orchestrating multiple projects with competing priorities involving process improvements, safety initiatives and quality control. Recognized and commended for collaborating with upper management to achieve organizational objectives.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor
Harbor Freight Tools
Paducah
03.2024 - 07.2025
- Assumed managerial responsibilities in the absence of the manager, overseeing all aspects of operations
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, maintaining high customer service standards
- Collaborated with the manager to develop strategies for achieving sales targets and improving customer satisfaction
- Monitored employee performance through evaluations, fostering professional development with constructive feedback
- Assisted in the recruitment, selection, and onboarding of new employees, ensuring a smooth transition into the team
- Developed employee schedules based on business needs while optimizing staffing levels during peak hours
- Managed cash handling procedures, ensuring accurate transactions and timely deposits
- Ensured compliance with health & safety regulations by conducting regular inspections and implementing corrective actions.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize loss due to shrinkage
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring adequate stock availability while minimizing excess or obsolete items
- Utilized POS systems effectively to process orders accurately while maintaining a high level of efficiency
Cell Technician
WHITEHALL INDUSTRIES
Paducah
10.2018 - 03.2024
- Programmed and repaired large Haas CNC machines, ensuring consistent operation for operators to meet production targets.
- Maintained two large laser cutters, resolving maintenance and programming issues to support efficient production.
- I also have Trumph laser cutter training and schooling
- Acquired skills in both CNC and laser cutting technologies.
- Completed Kawasaki Robotics training in Michigan, performing general maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Outback Steakhouse
Paducah
01.2014 - 08.2018
- Assigned positions for employees, managed inventory, and placed weekly orders to ensure stock availability
- Maintained cleanliness standards and ensured team adherence to uphold safety and hygiene
- Keep up with safe food handling procedures and health department regulations
- Prep food for lunch and dinner rush, running the kitchen by myself for lunch until usually 3 pm
- Assisted with dishwashing to support kitchen operations
General Manager
pirates reef pet store
Paducah
06.2004 - 02.2014
- Coordinated schedules, managed orders/inventory, and handled sales and customer relations to streamline operations.
- Prioritized customer satisfaction by ensuring positive experiences that encourage repeat business.
- Executed daily bank deposits to ensure accurate cash flow management.
Correction Officer
Kentucky State Penitentiary
Eddyville
04.2000 - 07.2005
- Monitored violent offenders in Kentucky, maintaining order and preventing incidents.
- Maintained safety and security by de-escalating conflicts and addressing potential issues.
- Ensured proper cell assignments and conducted regular headcounts to maintain security.
- Operated control center, managing access to all prison doors to enhance facility safety.
- Participated in CERT team, providing tactical support and crisis management in the facility.
- Handled night shift duties by waking up the cooks and others for their shifts.
trainer/machine operator/general maintenance
browns plating service
Paducah
04.1996 - 06.2004
- Trained new employees on proper use of safety gear and respirators, fostering a culture of safety in the workplace.
- Conducted fire safety training to prevent hazards associated with chemicals used in the workplace.
- Conducted routine maintenance tasks to maintain equipment functionality and ensure safety compliance.
- Buffed motorcycle parts with nickel to prepare for chrome plating, ensuring high-quality finish.
Education
General Studies - 12th
Lone Oak High School
Lone Oak, KY05-1996
Skills
- Predictive maintenance
- Conveyor systems
- Shipping & receiving
- Vehicle maintenance oversight
- Manufacturing company experience
- Structural integrity assessment
- Load management
- Safety equipment
- Maintenance budget management
- Pneumatic systems
- Time management
- Machine guarding
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Autonomous maintenance
- Hand tools
- NEC
- Office experience
- Productivity software
- Construction
- SAP
- Industrial maintenance
- Mobile devices
- Inventory control
- Water pump maintenance
- Property Management
- Software troubleshooting
- On-demand maintenance
- Workplace weight handling
- Pipe system maintenance
- Electrical systems
- Customer inquiries
- Microsoft Excel
- Manufacturing facility
- POS
- Programmable logic controllers
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Machine operation
- CNC lathe
- Micrometer
- Crew management
- Aircraft maintenance
- Electrical fixture repair
- Measuring instruments
- Microsoft Word
- Chemical handling safety procedures
- Cash handling
- Industrial painting
- Basic math
- Condition-based maintenance
- Outdoor work
- Warehouse experience
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- CNC operation
- Injection molding
- Computer skills
- Precision measurement in machining
- Total productive maintenance
- Plumbing fixture repair
- Effective communication
- Facility system upgrades
- Programmable logic controller (PLC) system installation
- Mechanic experience
- LOTO
- Coordinate measuring machine
- Precision measuring instruments
- Returns processing
- CMMS
- Managing facilities maintenance teams
- Grounds maintenance
- Forklift
- Appliance repair
- Troubleshooting
- Drywall
- Blueprint reading
- Catering operations
- Materials handling
- ISO 9001
- Welding
- Customer communication
- Airframe Mechanical Knowledge
- Teamwork
- Restaurant experience
- Maintenance
- Auto body repair
- Robotics
- Windows
- Mechanical systems repair
- Grinding
- Tooling
- Schematics
- Interior maintenance
- CNC
- VPN
- Marketing
- Electrical safety procedures
- Chiller
- Plant maintenance
- Facility cleanliness standards
- Customer service
- CAM programming
- Plastics injection molding
- Calipers
- Laboratory skills
- Attention to detail
- Unloading
- Microsoft Office
- Quality control
- Landscape maintenance
- Facility electrical management
- Box truck
- Facility maintenance painting
- Emergency maintenance
- Plumbing maintenance
- Cleaning tools
- Maintenance and operations
- Crane
- Sales strategy development
- Safety management
- Manufacturing
- Field service
Certification
- Driver's License
- Kawasaki Robotics controller operation and programming, 11/01/22 to 01/31/34
- Forklift Certification, 01/01/23 to 01/31/26
- ServSafe
Languages
English
Timeline
Supervisor
Harbor Freight Tools
03.2024 - 07.2025
Cell Technician
WHITEHALL INDUSTRIES
10.2018 - 03.2024
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Outback Steakhouse
01.2014 - 08.2018
General Manager
pirates reef pet store
06.2004 - 02.2014
Correction Officer
Kentucky State Penitentiary
04.2000 - 07.2005
trainer/machine operator/general maintenance
browns plating service
04.1996 - 06.2004
General Studies - 12th
Lone Oak High School