Jeffery Headington
Medon
Summary
Dynamic Plant Manager with extensive experience at Sayle Oil Company, excelling in production management and quality control. Proven track record in optimizing equipment maintenance and fostering team development. Adept at problem-solving and driving continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance while enhancing employee engagement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Sayle Oil Company
Jackson
08.2022 - 03.2025
- Inspected production, quality control and maintenance reports to detect and address production problems.
- Coordinated maintenance strategy for equipment, including predictive and preventive measures.
- Facilitated communication between workers at different levels of the organization.
- Troubleshot and resolved problems with the equipment.
- Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress towards set objectives.
- Identified and solved complex problems that impacted management and business direction.
- Gave direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Assigned tasks to employees based on their skillset and experience level.
- Liaised between senior plant management and line-level supervision to maintain open communications.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to team members on career development paths.
- Managed the daily operations of the plant, including scheduling personnel and equipment.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Delivery Driver
Panther Petroleum LLC
Jackson
03.2013 - 08.2022
- Reviewed and verified invoices and purchase requests to confirm accuracy.
- Presented order bills and collected payments for deliveries.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
- Delivered rush merchandise on tight schedules to meet customer targets.
- Assisted warehouse personnel in packing orders when necessary.
- Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding any delays or issues encountered on routes.
- Contacted customers prior to delivery to coordinate delivery times.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Operated manual and mechanical equipment safely to minimize injury and accident risks.
Operations Manager
Panther Petroleum LLC
Jackson
03.2019 - 04.2022
- Directed coordination, employee instruction and inventory supervision.
- Established effective relationships with vendors to negotiate pricing and secure materials needed for production.
- Analyzed and controlled materials, supplies and equipment operational expenses.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction remains at optimal levels.
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Delivered positive customer experiences by implementing effective quality assurance practices.
Logistics Specialist
Panther Petroleum LLC
Jackson
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Improved lines of communication between company and customers.
- Fostered customer retention by cultivating long-term rapport based on prompt and courteous service.
- Oversaw the maintenance and repair of logistics equipment and vehicles to ensure operational readiness.
- Managed inbound and outbound delivery schedules for optimal flow of goods.
- Created and updated standard operating procedures for logistics operations.
- Liaised with suppliers and customers to resolve any shipping or receiving issues promptly.
- Coordinated shipment schedules for customer warehouse destinations through company system.
- Communicated with customers and management to report delays, emergencies, weather challenges and carrier schedule changes.
- Utilized software programs to track shipments from origin to destination.
- Communicated regularly with customers regarding their orders status.
- Negotiated rates with carriers to optimize efficiency in shipping processes.
Warehouse Manager
Panther Petroleum Management
Jackson
03.2013 - 01.2015
- Partnered with leadership team to resolve order management challenges, safety or regulatory issues.
- Communicated regularly with other departments regarding supply chain activities.
- Implemented and planned warehouse safety and security programs and activities.
- Provided detailed instructions for job responsibilities, safety protocols and company guidelines to new employees.
- Provided information to shipping and receiving personnel regarding inventory stock.
- Identified opportunities to reduce cost and improve productivity.
- Managed the disposal of surplus, damaged, or obsolete inventory in accordance with company policies.
- Conducted regular audits of warehouse operations to identify areas of improvement.
- Read computer-generated move tickets, put-away labels and delivery labels to properly move merchandise.
- Implemented on-the-job training activities to cross-train employees on various tasks.
- Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
- Supervised activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing and shipping products or materials.
- Monitored staff performance, identified areas for improvement, and provided training as needed.
- Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels.
Overnight Stocker
Sam's Club Distribution
Jackson
07.2012 - 03.2013
- Read orders to obtain item numbers and located merchandise in bins or on shelves.
- Verified accuracy of incoming shipments against purchase orders.
- Updated pricing and sales signs to promote merchandise.
- Worked collaboratively with other team members to achieve departmental goals.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
- Provided excellent customer service when assisting customers in finding desired items or answering questions about products or services offered.
- Reset merchandise throughout assigned section to give shelves and racks professional appeal.
- Identified and quickly handled spill clean-up.
- Checked shelves in department to determine replenishment needs.
- Removed expired and overripe items to provide freshest options and eliminate health risks.
Loader and Unloader
Lowes Home Improvement
Jackson
04.2012 - 08.2012
- Cleaned empty storage areas to achieve proper sanitation regulations and make area fit for future use.
- Unloaded materials by hand or with equipment to help team meet work demands.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on all material handling equipment used in the warehouse.
- Assisted customers with loading heavy items into their vehicles.
- Always greeted customers and asked if we can help them.
Education
GED -
Jackson State Community College
Jackson, TN05-2004
Some College (No Degree) -
Jackson State Community College
Jackson, TNSkills
- Production management
- Quality control
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Employee training
- Inventory management
- Project management
- Team building
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Team building and development
- Facility management
- Waste reduction
- Facilities maintenance
- Production scheduling
- Continuous improvement
- Logistics coordination
- Scheduling
- Production equipment maintenance
- Adaptability
- Self motivation
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Verbal and written communication
Affiliations
- I help my family with automotive repairs and home remodeling.
- I work on my farm with animals and growing fresh produce to sell.
- Spend quality time with family and friends fishing and have cookouts.
Timeline
Plant Manager
Sayle Oil Company
08.2022 - 03.2025
Operations Manager
Panther Petroleum LLC
03.2019 - 04.2022
Logistics Specialist
Panther Petroleum LLC
01.2015 - 01.2019
Delivery Driver
Panther Petroleum LLC
03.2013 - 08.2022
Warehouse Manager
Panther Petroleum Management
03.2013 - 01.2015
Overnight Stocker
Sam's Club Distribution
07.2012 - 03.2013
Loader and Unloader
Lowes Home Improvement
04.2012 - 08.2012
GED -
Jackson State Community College
Some College (No Degree) -
Jackson State Community College
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