Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline
Generic

Michael Chesterman

Eaton

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at JCI Corporation, excelling in strategic planning and talent management. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency and fostered cross-department collaboration. Adept at implementing technology solutions and mentoring employees, driving organizational success through effective crisis management and tactical execution.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

President and CEO

JCI Corparation
Greeley
01.1998 - Current
  • Collaborated with executive team to establish long-term organizational goals and objectives.
  • Developed and implemented company policies to align with industry standards and regulations.
  • Facilitated leadership training programs to empower managers and improve team effectiveness.
  • Developed policies, procedures, and short-term and long-term goals for the organization.
  • Collaborated with staff members to ensure operational efficiency of the organization.
  • Managed personnel issues including recruitment, hiring, training, performance evaluation, and termination.
  • Cultivated and maintained positive working relationships with employees, executives and other stakeholders.
  • Organized and facilitated board meetings, strategic planning sessions, and annual conferences.
  • Coordinated work across departments to keep teams on track with company goals.
  • Determined performance goals and offered tactics for achieving milestones.
  • Built talent pipeline to support business growth and enduring success.
  • Implemented new technologies to streamline organizational processes when needed.
  • Recruited, trained, mentored, and managed employees at all levels within the organization.

Truck Driver

Preferred Cartage Services
Greeley
01.1997 - 02.1998
  • Operated heavy trucks for timely delivery of goods across various routes.
  • Followed safety protocols during loading and unloading procedures.
  • Navigated diverse road conditions while adhering to traffic laws.
  • Collaborated with warehouse staff to optimize loading efficiency and accuracy.
  • Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
  • Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
  • Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
  • Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
  • Fulfilled back haul orders and spotted trailers in loading yard.
  • Operated yard truck to transport trailers between loading docks and parking areas.
  • Coordinated with warehouse staff to optimize loading and unloading processes efficiently.
  • Communicated regularly with dispatch to prioritize delivery schedules and logistics needs.
  • Operated truck to transport trailers to and from DC docks for loading, unloading and storage purposes.

Truck Driver

JBS Swift
Greeley
01.1996 - 01.1997
  • Delivered packages to various locations efficiently and safely.
  • Maintained accurate delivery logs and inventory records consistently.
  • Inspected vehicles for safety and operational readiness daily.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate delivery schedules.
  • Provided exceptional customer service during package drop-offs and pickups.
  • Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory efficiently.
  • Loaded and unloaded shipments following safety protocols.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain stock accuracy.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline order fulfillment processes.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety standards throughout the warehouse.
  • Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
  • Assembled orders according to customer requests.
  • Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
  • Verified accuracy of incoming shipments against purchase orders.
  • Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.

Yard Supervisor

Universal Forest Products, Inc.
Windsor
04.1990 - 01.1996
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials within warehouse facilities.
  • Conducted safety inspections on equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Trained new staff on safe forklift operation and warehouse protocols.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline loading and unloading processes.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records during material handling tasks.
  • Assisted in organizing warehouse layout for optimal space utilization.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding equipment maintenance needs.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Maintained accurate records of product movement within the warehouse facility.
  • Provided assistance with loading and unloading containers from trailers when necessary.
  • Assisted in organizing inventory for maximum storage efficiency.
  • Monitored stock levels and communicated shortages or discrepancies to management.
  • Operated forklift to move and store inventory in warehouse.
  • Trained new employees on the proper use of forklift equipment.
  • Contributed ideas for improving workflow processes within the warehouse environment.
  • Checked shipment documents against actual loads prior to shipping outbound orders.
  • Adhered to all safety regulations when operating forklifts or other machinery.
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handling.
  • Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
  • Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
  • Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.

Education

GED -

Aims Community College
Greeley, CO
12-1988

Some College (No Degree) - Welding 101 Coarse

Aims Community College
Greeley, CO

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Leadership training
  • Talent management
  • Cross-department collaboration
  • Operational efficiency
  • Risk assessment
  • Employee mentoring
  • Technology implementation
  • Operations management
  • Crisis management
  • Operational excellence
  • Tactical implementation

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

President and CEO

JCI Corparation
01.1998 - Current

Truck Driver

Preferred Cartage Services
01.1997 - 02.1998

Truck Driver

JBS Swift
01.1996 - 01.1997

Yard Supervisor

Universal Forest Products, Inc.
04.1990 - 01.1996

GED -

Aims Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Welding 101 Coarse

Aims Community College

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Michael Chesterman