Chris Harkness
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Summary
Reliable Lead Hand with exceptional team leadership and delegation skills. Proven history of offering management support in daily tasks. Aiming to utilize strong critical thinking skills and a resourceful approach to problem-solving.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Hand
Lafarge Woodstock Quarry
05.2022 - Current
- Coordinated team tasks to complete projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistent product standards, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
- Boosted overall productivity by providing hands-on training and guidance to junior team members.
- Optimized workflows with effective communication among team members, resulting in higher quality output.
- Ensured a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Maintained updated knowledge of company policies and trained employees on rules and procedures regularly.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Bella Biochar
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Operated range of heavy equipment with advanced skill for the production side. Including a Terex TW226 material handler and a Tigercat 6050 Carbonator.
- Ran the processing plant which consisted of conveyor belts, a dryer, a sceendeck and a mill crusher.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Minor repairs and full servicing of equipment.
- Handling intake of feed stock and outtake of finished products.
Shop Manager/Tire Technician
Whole Tire
03.2014 - 12.2019
- Maintained a clean, safe, and inviting store environment for both customers and employees by enforcing proper safety protocols and cleanliness standards.
- Delivered excellent customer service by addressing and resolving customer inquiries and complaints.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed inventory levels for optimal product availability, resulting in fewer stockouts and increased sales.
- Maintained safe working environment by enforcing adherence to safety and security protocols.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing effective sales strategies and providing exceptional customer service.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Clair Secondary School
Sarnia, ONHeavy Equipment
Ontario Truck Driving School
London, ON01.2020
Skills
Supervisor Training
Surface Minor Common Core
Confined Space
WAH
MWEP
Trenching Safety
Traffic Control
First Aid
WHMIS
Propane
Excavator Operator
Skidsteer Operator
Telehandler Operator
Backhoe Operator
Loader Operator
Grader Operator
Rock Truck Operator
Vibratory Roller Operator
Commercial Tire Technician
Languages
English
Timeline
Lead Hand
Lafarge Woodstock Quarry
05.2022 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Bella Biochar
01.2020 - 05.2022
Shop Manager/Tire Technician
Whole Tire
03.2014 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
St. Clair Secondary School
Heavy Equipment
Ontario Truck Driving School
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