Henery Knipple
Greeley
Summary
Dynamic Operations Manager with a proven track record at Connell Resources Inc, excelling in operational efficiency and employee motivation. Successfully streamlined processes, enhancing productivity and achieving higher retention rates. Skilled in strategic planning and performance monitoring, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration across teams.
Operations professional prepared to leverage extensive experience in operational management to enhance business performance. Expertise in developing and implementing process improvements while fostering collaborative environment to meet organizational goals. Reliable team player with focus on adaptability and achieving targeted results. Proficient in strategic planning and operational efficiency.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Connell Resources Inc
06.2011 - 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.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Oversaw field maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
- 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.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
Vice President of Field Operations
TriPower Engineering, Inc
02.1998 - 06.2011
- Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Managed financial planning and budgeting processes, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximizing return on investments.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and driving sustainable growth across the organization.
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
- Delivered strong financial performance despite challenging economic conditions by executing prudent risk management strategies throughout all aspects of business operations.
- Ensured regulatory compliance at all times by implementing robust internal controls systems coupled with proactive monitoring mechanisms.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Founded performance- and merit-based evaluation system to assess staff performance.
Operator Specialist
Phoenix Concrete Cutting
01.1997 - 02.1998
- Reduced machine downtime by conducting regular maintenance checks and addressing issues promptly.
- Operated various machines proficiently, contributing to overall team success in meeting production goals.
- Improved production efficiency by implementing new operating procedures and protocols.
- Conducted thorough equipment inspections before each shift, minimizing potential hazards or malfunctions during operation.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production targets consistently and efficiently.
- Enhanced product quality with strict adherence to industry standards and company guidelines.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and guidelines among team members.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fort Collins High School
Fort Collins, CO 05-1987
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Operations management
- Customer service
- Operational efficiency
- Planning and implementation
- Policies and procedures implementation
- Performance monitoring
- Employee motivation
- Staff development
- Customer relationship management
- Strategic planning
- Schedule management
Accomplishments
- Reduced lost workdays and recordable incidents to 1.5 by implementing a safety awareness program.
- Increased the company profit margin to35-50%per job by effectively organizing the sequence, working with other trades, and paying attention to detail.
- Supervised team of 100 staff members.
- Achieved multi-million dollar profits by collaborating with field maintenance with accuracy and efficiency.
- Resolved field issues quickly and efficiently due to a vast knowledge of all heavy equipment.
- Successfully supervised large crews in building large commercial and residential developments as well as mine and gravel pit reclamation.
- Increased company profit per job by successfully training in the field and implementing safety protocols.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Operations Manager
Connell Resources Inc
06.2011 - Current
Vice President of Field Operations
TriPower Engineering, Inc
02.1998 - 06.2011
Operator Specialist
Phoenix Concrete Cutting
01.1997 - 02.1998
High School Diploma -
Fort Collins High School
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