John Graham

319-***-**** adlgre@r.postjobfree.com Waterloo, IA 50701

SUMMARY

I am a self motivated leader, giving my employees the tools they need to succeed and watching them realize their own potential is perhaps the most rewarding fruit of my job. Holding higher standards for myself I continuously strive to become better in my craft. I bring over 16 years of professional leadership to the table, my strong work ethic, competence and integrity has been the back bone of my success as I successfully have trained my locations operations manager as well as a second operations supervisor to carry out their daily tasks and responsibilities. SKILLS

Budgeting and cost control strategies

Technology

Project management

Staff supervision

Management

HR knowledge

Employee development

EXPERIENCE

Operations Supervisor, O'Neal Steel, April 2017-Current Waterloo, IA

Adhered to operational schedules by monitoring daily performance indicators. Reduced process lags and effectively trained team members on best practices and protocol. Maintained safety and emergency readiness among personnel by disseminating information on and monitoring compliance with regulatory and organizational policies. Supervised performance of 12 workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.

Assessed team proficiencies, identifying and targeting areas for improvement. Capitalized on existing talent while facilitating recruitment and development of new talent. Infantry Fire Team Leader, Iowa Army National Guard, April 2003-April 2011 Waterloo, IA

Led infantry team of 4 members in combat operations, including providing tactical guidance. Led training on weapons systems for 11 series soldiers. Directed supporting fire to suppress enemy fire and allow troops to maneuver within action area.

Patrolled restricted areas and authorized access for permitted personnel. Determined elevation and grid azimuths with maps and map overlays. Processed prisoners of war and captured documents. Executed fast and effective decision-making under combat conditions to facilitate team cohesion.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Associate of Arts

Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology, Hawkeye Community College, Waterloo IA

Professional Leadership, Warrior Leadership Course, Camp Ashland NE