John Gordon
Shepherdsville
Summary
Accomplished Supervisor/Manager at Kentucky Trailer, adept in team leadership and project coordination. Elevated team productivity through strategic task delegation and comprehensive training, enhancing both efficiency and skill levels. Expert in conflict resolution and time management, significantly improving workflow and staff performance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor/manger
Kentucky Trailer
08.2017 - 09.2024
- Enhanced team productivity by overseeing daily operations and ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Managed staff schedules for optimal coverage and efficiency.
- Improved workflow with strategic delegation of tasks.
- Conducted training sessions to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
- Implemented new procedures to increase operational efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies as needed.
- Coordinated with management to align team objectives with company goals.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss goals and progress.
- Developed performance metrics to track team achievements.
- Resolved conflicts among team members to maintain a harmonious work environment.
- Increased staff engagement by promoting a collaborative work culture.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Analyzed performance data to identify areas for improvement.
- Supported management in strategic planning and decision-making.
- Improved employee retention with effective motivation and support strategies.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Area Lead
Kentucky Trailer
03.2017 - 08.2017
- Communicated clearly with senior management regarding project status updates while also keeping them informed of any potential risks or concerns.
- Optimized resource allocation across various projects by accurately forecasting staffing needs based on workload requirements.
- Championed process improvements that led to increased efficiency within the department through research, analysis, and implementation of new strategies.
- Resolved conflicts within the team, ensuring smooth operations and maintaining morale.
Set-up/welder
Kentucky Trailer
02.2012 - 03.2017
Welder
Kentucky Trailer
06.2007 - 02.2012
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bullitt Central High School
Shepherdsville, KY06.2006
Skills
- Team leadership
- Performance evaluation
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Project coordination
- Welding
- 5S
- Inventory control
- Material purchasing
- Lean manufacturing
Timeline
Supervisor/manger
Kentucky Trailer
08.2017 - 09.2024
Area Lead
Kentucky Trailer
03.2017 - 08.2017
Set-up/welder
Kentucky Trailer
02.2012 - 03.2017
Welder
Kentucky Trailer
06.2007 - 02.2012
High School Diploma -
Bullitt Central High School
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