Tommy Davis
Dryden
Summary
Dynamic operations manager with a proven track record at Lee Mechanical Contractors, excelling in project management and continuous improvement. Expert in welding and fabrication, I enhance efficiency and quality through strategic decision-making and strong relationship building. Committed to safety and operational excellence, I drive teams to achieve outstanding results.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder Fabricator
Self Employed Services
01.2023 - Current
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise project execution.
- Maintained equipment in optimal condition to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with clients to customize solutions based on specific needs.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance weld integrity and appearance.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.
Operations Manager
Lee Mechanical Contractors
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Streamlined project workflows to enhance operational efficiency and reduce delays.
- Implemented safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
- Coordinated resource allocation across multiple projects, optimizing labor and materials usage.
- Developed training programs for new hires, improving onboarding experience and team performance.
- Analyzed workflow processes, identifying bottlenecks and recommending improvements for efficiency gains.
- Led cross-functional teams in executing strategic initiatives, driving operational excellence across departments.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
- Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Handled staff training initiatives aimed at upskilling the workforce to meet dynamic industry demands.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
- Spearheaded process improvements, resulting in increased productivity and reduced operational costs.
- Implemented quality control systems to boost overall product consistency and reliability.
Plant Manager
Micronic Technologies
08.2014 - 04.2022
- Led cross-functional teams to optimize production processes and improve overall efficiency.
- Implemented safety protocols, enhancing workplace safety and compliance with industry standards.
- Streamlined inventory management procedures, reducing waste and improving material flow.
- Developed training programs for staff, fostering skill development and operational excellence.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for machinery, minimizing downtime and ensuring operational reliability.
- Drove continuous improvement projects, resulting in enhanced productivity and quality control measures.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
- Reduced downtime for maintenance by establishing a proactive preventive maintenance program.
- Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
- Managed budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring optimal use of funds for operational efficiency.
- Established positive relationships with suppliers to obtain timely deliveries of materials and products.
- Streamlined supply chain operations, reducing lead times and improving inventory management.
- Developed cross-functional teams to foster collaboration and improve communication across departments.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, securing cost savings on raw materials without sacrificing quality.
- Collaborated with engineering team to design new machinery, resulting in increased production capacity.
- Optimized resource allocation for increased operational efficiency.
- Negotiated with vendors for timely delivery of raw materials, preventing production delays.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technologies
Mountain Empire Community College
Big Stone Gap, VA11.2021
Skills
- Welding
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Critical thinking
- Materials selection
- Project management
- Supply management
- Non-destructive testing
- Time management
- Inspection protocols
- Quality assurance
- OSHA compliance
- AWS certified
- Design interpretation
- Decision-making
- Manufacturing technologies
- Customer support
- Safety protocols
- Operations management
- Continuous improvement
- New employee hiring
- Engineering/project management experience
- Troubleshooting specialist
- Extremely quick learner
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Interpersonal skills
Certification
Osha 30
AWS certified
Previous hazwoper
Additional Information
I like working cross-functionally, being involved in all aspects of a business. Working at Micronic Technologies allowed me to be involved in many aspects of the business because they were still in research and development when I started. I did everything from ordering components to overseeing outside engineers, to making sure the machine shop was adhering to our protocol on prototyping, to testing components on the test bench I built.
Timeline
Welder Fabricator
Self Employed Services
01.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
Lee Mechanical Contractors
05.2022 - 01.2023
Plant Manager
Micronic Technologies
08.2014 - 04.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technologies
Mountain Empire Community College