DEREK STEELE
Greensburg
Summary
Dynamic leadership professional with a proven track record of guiding teams to success through collaboration and results-driven strategies. Expertise in project management, conflict resolution, and strategic planning ensures adaptability to evolving organizational needs. Committed to fostering a cohesive and productive team environment while maintaining reliability and flexibility in all endeavors. Passionate about empowering teams to achieve goals and drive organizational growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Lead
Corteva Agriscience
Rushville, IN
04.2021 - Current
- Assisted cross-functional teams in optimizing project delivery and improving operational efficiency.
- Coordinated resources and schedules to meet project timelines.
- Supported multiple stations to provide coverage and achieve production goals.
- Focused on increasing customer satisfaction through timely project completion and adherence to quality standards.
- Established a network of trucking companies for timely delivery during harvest season.
- Oversaw production operations as supervisor during the last two seasons.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Efficient in SAP, HMI, Excel, and Microsoft office programs.
Team Member
Lowes Distribution Center
North Vernon, IN
08.2013 - 04.2021
- Coordinated inventory control processes, reducing discrepancies through thorough checks and documentation.
- Operated material handling equipment to facilitate efficient loading and unloading of freight.
- Trained new staff on shipping procedures and safety protocols, enhancing team performance and efficiency.
- Conducted regular audits of inventory levels, identifying trends to optimize stock management practices.
Education
Certificate - Honda
Universal Technical Institute
Orlando, FL01-2011
Skills
- Experience with SAP software
- Time management
- Customer focus
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
- Coaching and mentoring
- Workplace safety
Timeline
Team Lead
Corteva Agriscience
04.2021 - Current
Team Member
Lowes Distribution Center
08.2013 - 04.2021
Certificate - Honda
Universal Technical Institute