James Taylor
Ocean Isle Beach
Summary
Results-driven operations professional with expertise in process improvement and team collaboration. Proven ability to enhance service quality and optimize workflows, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Operations Manager
Pivot Parking
North Myrtle Beach, SC
01.2025 - Current
- Coordinated daily operations to enhance service efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in managing scheduling for staff to optimize coverage and resource allocation.
- Implemented inventory management practices to streamline supply ordering processes.
- Supported team training initiatives to improve service quality and operational knowledge.
Security Officer
Bob King Buick Gmc
Wilmington, NC
09.2024 - Current
- Conducted regular patrols to identify and mitigate potential security threats.
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of staff and visitors.
- Responded swiftly to alarms and incidents, implementing emergency protocols effectively.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement during investigations and incident reports.
Parking Enforcement Officer
Pivot Parking
Carolina Beach, NC
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Enforced parking regulations to ensure compliance and enhance public safety.
- Conducted thorough inspections of parking areas to identify violations efficiently.
- Issued citations for non-compliance, maintaining detailed records of enforcement actions.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement to address parking-related issues effectively.
Receiving Clerk
Chatsworth Products
New Bern, NC
06.2017 - 01.2021
- Oversaw receiving operations, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with company standards.
- Coordinated inventory management, optimizing stock levels and minimizing discrepancies.
- Trained new staff on receiving protocols and safety procedures to enhance team performance.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and reduced receiving times.
Welding Supervisor
Bally Refrigerated Boxes
Morehead City, NC
05.2013 - 11.2016
- Supervised welding operations to ensure adherence to safety standards and quality control measures.
- Conducted regular inspections of weld quality, identifying areas for improvement and corrective actions.
- Trained and mentored junior welders on techniques and equipment usage for optimal performance.
- Developed and implemented workflow improvements to enhance operational efficiency in production processes.
Manufacturing Supervisor
Chatsworth Products
New Bern, NC
07.2011 - 05.2013
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced product quality and operational reliability.
- Supervised daily manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and production schedules.
- Coordinated workflow among team members to optimize efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Trained new employees on equipment operation, safety protocols, and production techniques.
Quality Control Manager
HOF Textiles
Lincolnton, NC
05.2010 - 07.2011
- Led cross-functional teams in identifying and resolving quality issues throughout production cycles.
- Conducted regular audits of manufacturing processes to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Developed and implemented quality control processes to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on quality assurance protocols and best practices.
Quality Control Supervisor
IAC Automotive
Old Fort, NC
01.2002 - 10.2008
- Developed and implemented inspection protocols to identify defects in manufacturing processes.
- Led quality assurance initiatives to enhance product reliability and compliance with industry standards.
- Trained and mentored quality control team on best practices for effective problem-solving.
- Streamlined reporting systems for tracking defects, reducing response time for corrective actions.
Production Manager
Shadowline
Morganton, NC
01.1999 - 06.2002
- Oversaw daily production schedules, ensuring alignment with operational goals.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow and productivity across teams.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing supply chain efficiency and reducing waste.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for quality assurance and safety protocols.
Education
No Degree - Manufacturing Resource Planning
Western Piedmont Community College
Morganton, NCSecurity Guard - Security Officer
Stratford Career Institute
Quebec, Canda10-2024
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
Morganton, NC06-1984
Skills
- Operations management
- Operational strategy
- Employee supervision
- Scheduling and coordination
- Purchasing and planning
- Inventory management
- Operational efficiency
- Process improvement
Timeline
Assistant Operations Manager
Pivot Parking
01.2025 - Current
Security Officer
Bob King Buick Gmc
09.2024 - Current
Parking Enforcement Officer
Pivot Parking
04.2024 - 01.2025
Receiving Clerk
Chatsworth Products
06.2017 - 01.2021
Welding Supervisor
Bally Refrigerated Boxes
05.2013 - 11.2016
Manufacturing Supervisor
Chatsworth Products
07.2011 - 05.2013
Quality Control Manager
HOF Textiles
05.2010 - 07.2011
Quality Control Supervisor
IAC Automotive
01.2002 - 10.2008
Production Manager
Shadowline
01.1999 - 06.2002
No Degree - Manufacturing Resource Planning
Western Piedmont Community College
Security Guard - Security Officer
Stratford Career Institute
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School