James McLeod
Oshawa
Summary
Results-driven operations and facilities management professional with extensive experience in industrial services, paint shop operations, and process analysis. Proven expertise in scheduling, payroll, inventory control, and quality audits, with a strong background in Lean Manufacturing and facilities maintenance. Adept at leading teams, implementing process improvements, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager - Housekeeping
Robinson Solutions
05.2024 - Current
- Oversee payroll, scheduling, and planning for all paint shop operations
- Conduct daily process walks and attend customer meetings to align on operational strategies
- Manage inventory levels, costs, budgets, and manpower allocation
- Ensure adherence to GMS standards, including janitorial and maintenance operations
- Plan and execute project jobs, safety audits, and quality assessments
- Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Task Instructions (TIS), and Preventive Task Plans (PTPs)
- Coordinate weekend planning and oversee Maximo work order completion
Operations Manager - Paint Shop
Robinson Solutions
01.2021 - 05.2024
- Led all payroll, scheduling, and planning activities within the paint shop
- Managed inventory levels, manpower, and budget to optimize operations
- Conducted process and dirt analysis to enhance production quality
- Developed TIS, SOPs, and PTPs to standardize and improve procedures
- Ensured compliance with safety and quality standards through regular audits
Senior Site Manager – Industrial Services
GFL Environmental
07.2018 - 06.2021
- Directed daily dispatch, scheduling, and payroll management for industrial service crews
- Managed waste disposal, dewatering operations, and fleet maintenance
- Led safety training programs and maintained compliance with industry regulations
- Conducted drive log tracking, time-off analysis, and performance charting
Various Leadership Roles
Robinson Solutions
01.2003 - 12.2018
- Paint Shop Site Manager / Process & Dirt Analyst (2016 – 2018)
- Facilities Maintenance Supervisor (2008 – 2016)
- Yard Crew Supervisor (2007 – 2008)
- Industrial Services Supervisor (2003 – 2008)
- Responsibilities across these roles included:
- Managing payroll, scheduling, and work planning for industrial operations
- Leading site maintenance teams and overseeing critical repair work
- Implementing process improvements to enhance dirt and quality analysis in paint shop operations
- Conducting facility-wide safety audits and ensuring regulatory compliance
Supervisor - Facilities Maintenance
Robinson Solutions
04.2018 - 09.2018
- Supervised maintenance operations for the paint shop, body shop, trim, chassis, and stamping buildings
- Managed project planning, shift assignments, and compliance with GMS standards
- Conducted weekly safety and quality audits and ensured employee training compliance
- Oversaw data entry, reporting, and collaboration with union representatives
Analyst - Paint Process & Dirt
Robinson Solutions
04.2016 - 04.2018
- Performed daily dirt audits and quality assessments on vehicle finishes
- Led process improvement initiatives to reduce defects and optimize paint shop efficiency
- Conducted weekly plant quality audits and presented findings to senior management
High-Pressure Water Blaster & Lead Hand
Team Industrial
01.2001 - 12.2003
- Performed paint booth deep cleans using high-pressure blasting techniques
- Trained to work in confined spaces and operated specialized cleaning equipment
Education
OSSD - General Studies
01.1995
Skills
- Facilities Maintenance & Management
- Lean Manufacturing & 5S Implementation
- Maximo Work Order System
- Root Cause Analysis & Process Improvement
- Quality & Safety Audits
- Industrial Equipment Repair & Maintenance
- Snow Removal & Groundskeeping
- Fleet & Waste Management
- Scheduling, Payroll & Budget Control
Languages
English
Professional Working
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
Operations Manager - Housekeeping
Robinson Solutions
05.2024 - Current
Operations Manager - Paint Shop
Robinson Solutions
01.2021 - 05.2024
Senior Site Manager – Industrial Services
GFL Environmental
07.2018 - 06.2021
Supervisor - Facilities Maintenance
Robinson Solutions
04.2018 - 09.2018
Analyst - Paint Process & Dirt
Robinson Solutions
04.2016 - 04.2018
Various Leadership Roles
Robinson Solutions
01.2003 - 12.2018
High-Pressure Water Blaster & Lead Hand
Team Industrial
01.2001 - 12.2003
OSSD - General Studies
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