Joachim Pierre
Sechelt,BC
Summary
Many years of generating and implementing production and safety initiatives for the company, following up with hourly and management employees to ensure the completion of all projects.
Focused on KPI indicators to ensure budgets were met, and done in a safe manner.
Implemented a training matrix for HME (Heavy Mobile Equipment), plant operations, and barge/ship loading.
Developed sign-off documentation for hourly employees to ensure all individuals were properly trained.
Annual evaluations with management and hourly employees.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Services Manager
Heidelberg Materials Ltd
01.2025 - 01.2025
- Made technical suggestions regarding modifications to documentation, product performance, and failure analysis.
- Monitored service calls to observe employees demeanor, technical accuracy and conformity to company policies.
- Oversaw installation of software and hardware upgrades according to established guidelines.
Plant Production Manager
Heidelberg Materials Ltd.
Sechelt, British Columbia
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Increased plant safety by implementing proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Monitored plant operations to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and safety.
- Reviewed quality control reports monitoring various aspects.
- Suggested and offered specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills.
- Selected and assigned instructors to conduct training.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Evaluated modes of training delivery to optimize training effectiveness, training costs or environmental impacts.
- Ordered suspension of activities posing threats to workers' health or safety.
Production Superintendent
Heidelberg Materials Ltd.
01.2010 - 12.2020
- Maintained up-to-date records of staff availability, absences, holidays, vacations.
- Managed daily operations related to employee scheduling such as approving time off requests or assigning shift swaps.
- Generated reports on attendance records, leave balances, overtime hours, and other related metrics for management review.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by conducting interviews and making hiring decisions based on candidate qualifications.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations and laws governing barge movements.
- Developed strategies for efficient use of resources such as personnel, equipment, and materials.
- Supervised barge crews during loading, unloading, and transportation operations.
- Delegated tasks to multiple employees while maintaining efficient workplace.
- Managed budgets related to production activities such as labor costs, raw material expenses.
Production Supervisor
Heidelberg Materials Ltd.
01.1999 - 01.2017
- Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.
- Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires in order to increase productivity.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered materials as needed to maintain production operations.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Coordinated with other departments regarding resources needed for specific projects.
- Provided guidance and advice on best practices related to scheduling initiatives.
Education
2015 WHMIS Certification
Performance Consulting
10-2024
Joint Health And Safety Committee
Safety Alliance of BC
01-2023
Unconscious Bias, Diversity And Inclusion At Work
Online Heidelberg
11-2022
Building Leaders
McGill University
Montreal, None01-2015
Company & Port Facility Officer
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, None10-2009
Surface Mine Rescue Certificate
Ministry of Energy And Mines
09-2002
Open Pit Mines - Shiftboss Certicate
BC Energy And Mines
Victoria, BC02-2000
Respect in the Workplace
Emtrain
OnlineSkills
- Strategic design
- Technical support
- Test procedures development
- IT infrastructure management
- Database maintenance
- Incident management
- New product evaluations
- Tech support
- Customer support
- Budget preparation
Affiliations
- active member and Team Leader member of Sunshine Coast Search and Rescue
- enjoy outdoors - hiking, huting and fishing.
Timeline
Technical Services Manager
Heidelberg Materials Ltd
01.2025 - 01.2025
Plant Production Manager
Heidelberg Materials Ltd.
01.2021 - 01.2025
Production Superintendent
Heidelberg Materials Ltd.
01.2010 - 12.2020
Production Supervisor
Heidelberg Materials Ltd.
01.1999 - 01.2017
2015 WHMIS Certification
Performance Consulting
Joint Health And Safety Committee
Safety Alliance of BC
Unconscious Bias, Diversity And Inclusion At Work
Online Heidelberg
Building Leaders
McGill University
Company & Port Facility Officer
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Surface Mine Rescue Certificate
Ministry of Energy And Mines
Open Pit Mines - Shiftboss Certicate
BC Energy And Mines
Respect in the Workplace
Emtrain
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