Christopher Transue
Elizabeth
Summary
Operations professional with proven track record in optimizing processes and driving efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration, strategic planning, and achieving measurable results. Adept at adapting to changing needs and leading cross-functional teams. Skilled in project management, process improvement, and resource allocation. Dependable and results-driven, known for enhancing operational performance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Builders FirstSource
01.2025 - Current
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- 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.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
- Achieved higher employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Spearheaded process improvements, resulting in increased productivity and reduced operational costs.
- Championed safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
- Implemented quality control systems to boost overall product consistency and reliability.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Assistant Manager
Alpine Lumber
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
- Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
- Conducted performance evaluations, identifying areas for development and rewarding strong performance.
- Improved operational efficiency by adopting new technology for inventory management.
- Engaged with customers to gather feedback, using insights to improve service and product offerings.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Corporate Operations Project Manager
OrePac Building Products
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Develop project plans and ensure that all tasks are completed on time and within budget
- Create and manage project schedules, resources, and budgets
- Monitor project progress and identify areas of risk or opportunity
- Manage stakeholders and provide periodic updates
- Identify and resolve project issues and conflicts
- Ensure that project deliverables are met
- Implement and monitor quality assurance processes
- Maintain project documents, records, and files
- Develop and coach project teams, including providing feedback and guidance
Warehouse Manager
OrePac Building Products
01.2013 - 05.2023
- Directing daily operations activities for warehouse, receiving, and night crew.
- Purchase packaging supplies through vendors.
- Manage equipment repairs.
- Communicate with sales and corporate entities to best serve customers.
- Responsible for hiring/firing and carrying out any disciplinary actions along with coaching/mentoring employees.
- Coordinate safety meetings/trainings.
- Manage operating costs to align with budget.
- Branch IT for ERP and warehouse management system.
- Create new processes for sales, warehouse, and doorshop for better efficiencies.
- Plan for future capacity requirements.
- Purchase tools and/or equipment.
- Prepare annual performance appraisals.
- Assist other managers with daily assignments and strategize for future growth opportunities.
- Interim Operations Manager 2018-2019 Tacoma, WA
Corporate Operations
OrePac Building Products
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Reset Denver facility. (Doorshop, millwork, and outside yard)
- Train employees at the Tacoma facility.
Interim Operations Manager
OrePac Building Products
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Directing daily operations activities for warehouse, receiving, and night crew.
- Communicate with sales and corporate entities to best serve customers.
Warehouse Manager
OrePac Building Products
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Directing daily operations activities for warehouse, receiving, and night crew.
- Communicate with sales and corporate entities to best serve customers.
Warehouse Supervisor
OrePac Building Products
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Supervised order selectors and loaders.
- Arranged outbound freight with established partners for full loads and partials.
- Managed equipment repairs.
- (IMP/Logistics Facility)
Millwork Lead
OrePac Building Products
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Supervised a small group of 5-12 order selectors in millwork department.
- Replenished stock locations with Combi lift.
Warehouse Associate
OrePac Building Products
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Pulled orders in various areas of the warehouse and replenished locations that didn't require a forklift.
- Cleaned warehouse after all day order selectors departed for the day.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tigard High School
Tigard, OR06.2004
Skills
- Employee training
- Quality assurance
- Safety monitoring
- Storage management
- Task prioritization
- Organization
- Creative thinking
- Verbal communication
- Operations management
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving
- Continuous improvements
Timeline
Operations Manager
Builders FirstSource
01.2025 - Current
Assistant Manager
Alpine Lumber
08.2023 - 12.2024
Corporate Operations Project Manager
OrePac Building Products
05.2023 - 07.2023
Warehouse Manager
OrePac Building Products
01.2013 - 05.2023
Corporate Operations
OrePac Building Products
01.2013 - 01.2014
Interim Operations Manager
OrePac Building Products
01.2012 - 01.2013
Warehouse Manager
OrePac Building Products
01.2011 - 01.2012
Warehouse Supervisor
OrePac Building Products
01.2006 - 01.2011
Millwork Lead
OrePac Building Products
01.2004 - 01.2006
Warehouse Associate
OrePac Building Products
01.2002 - 01.2004
High School Diploma -
Tigard High School
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