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John Brown

Belfry

Summary

Diligent Desired Position with solid background in overseeing shift operations and ensuring smooth workflow. Proven ability to lead teams effectively and address operational challenges. Demonstrated expertise in team leadership and problem-solving.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Shift Foreman

Coronado
10.2019 - Current
  • Assessed employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for skill development and career advancement opportunities.
  • Performed root cause analysis on production issues, implementing effective solutions to prevent future occurrences.
  • Coordinated training programs for new hires as well as ongoing professional development sessions for existing staff, resulting in a better-skilled workforce.
  • Maintained high safety standards with regular inspections, resulting in a reduced number of workplace incidents.
  • Managed emergencies and unforeseen challenges with poise and efficiency, minimizing disruptions to production schedules and maintaining a calm work environment.
  • Conducted regular equipment audits to identify potential areas for improvement or replacement needs, ensuring optimal performance at all times.
  • Streamlined shift transitions by creating detailed handover procedures, reducing information gaps between shifts and increasing productivity levels.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by closely monitoring progress, adjusting schedules, and reallocating resources as needed.
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
  • Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
  • Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.

Production Foreman

Blackhawk
09.2016 - 10.2019
  • Mentored new employees, providing them with hands-on training and guidance for successful job performance.
  • Assisted upper management with strategic planning to meet long-term objectives in productivity and profitability growth.
  • Reduced machine downtime through regular equipment maintenance and staff training on proper usage.
  • Boosted team morale by implementing effective communication strategies and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Developed comprehensive safety procedures for workplace hazard reduction, resulting in fewer accidents and injuries.
  • Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
  • Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.

Underground Coal Miner

Massey/alpha
07.2008 - 09.2016
  • Ensured compliance with federal regulations, maintaining accurate records of ventilation plans and methane testing results.
  • Strengthened teamwork among crew members through effective communication and collaboration during mining tasks.
  • Fostered a culture of safety awareness through regular participation in safety meetings and training sessions with fellow miners.
  • Supported training initiatives for new hires, sharing industry knowledge and best practices to promote a skilled workforce.
  • Inspected work areas for hazards and successfully performed over Number methane gas checks.

Education

General Studies

Teays Valley
Ashville, OH
10.2000

Skills

    Highly skilled in all safety , compliance and production With my positions held I’m fully competent to manage employees on all levels of any mine related process I’m able to run any equipment underground or on surface with doing so and conducting frequent time study’s on operators am able to achieve maximum productivity Also I’m skilled on belts,setting head drives, planning section moves and completing moves in a timely manner Also traveling with inspectors, as well as guiding a work force of 165 people at my current employer

Certification

Emt- m

Emt- m instructor

Mine rescue team member

Dust sampling

Underground mine foreman

Unlimited underground instructor

Unlimited surface instructor

Health care provider cpr& aed

Timeline

Shift Foreman

Coronado
10.2019 - Current

Production Foreman

Blackhawk
09.2016 - 10.2019

Underground Coal Miner

Massey/alpha
07.2008 - 09.2016

General Studies

Teays Valley
John Brown