Orlando J Holmes
Fort Wayne
Summary
Versatile leader with a proven track record at Ultra Maritime, adept in staff management and manufacturing oversight. Excelled in optimizing team productivity and enhancing product quality, demonstrating a keen ability for employee development and production management. Skilled in forklift operation and CPR, with a commitment to meeting deadlines and elevating team performance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Group Leader
Ultra Maritime
Columbia City
02.2017 - Current
- Managed resource allocation to optimize team productivity and meet project requirements.
- Planned work schedules based on individual strengths, weaknesses, job requirements.
- Troubleshot and resolved workflow issues by collaborating and communicating openly with other groups.
- Communicated objectives and implementation tactics to meet organizational goals.
- Resolved conflicts within the team to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
- Monitored team performance to ensure adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Identified training needs for group members; provided instruction when appropriate.
- Provided regular feedback to team members on their performance and development areas.
Retail Warehouse Associate
Carsons
Fort Wayne
08.2013 - 01.2017
- Received and counted stock items, recording data manually or on computer for inventory purposes.
- Inspected merchandise for damages prior to stocking shelves or shipping out orders.
- Assisted in packaging and labeling of products for shipment.
- Provided support for other departments as needed for special projects or tasks.
- Conducted regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise to ensure availability of products for customers.
- Answered phone calls from customers regarding product availability or status of orders.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while working with colleagues and customers alike.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with merchandise while adhering to safety regulations.
- Compared merchandise invoices to items actually received.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Quality Control Inspector
Creative Coatings And Liners
Fort Wayne
04.2009 - 06.2013
- Recommended improvement measures to production process to meet quality control standards.
- Ensured that all products met customer requirements prior to shipment.
- Adhered strictly to Good Manufacturing Practices guidelines at all times.
- Examined products and materials for defects or deviations to remove or discard non-conforming items.
- Maintained records of all nonconforming products and completed corrective actions as required.
Active Duty Soldier
United States Marine Corps
Twentynine Palms
07.2002 - 07.2006
- Organized and coordinated equipment for field operations.
- Implemented strict operational security protocols to protect sensitive information and personnel.
- Conducted routine vehicle maintenance checks to ensure operational reliability.
- Coordinated logistics for unit movements, including transport and supply requisitions.
- Conducted classes to teach fellow soldiers in platoon about safety and awareness topics.
- Displayed leadership in accomplishing assignments and learning new skills.
- Supervised personnel during daily operations.
- Managed inventory control of supplies and equipment.
- Cultivated excellent work ethic, dedication to duty, and timeliness in work actions.
- Monitored and reported on team morale, addressing issues to maintain high performance.
- Developed preventive maintenance procedures for all machines used in production.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
- Coordinated with vendors to purchase replacement parts as needed.
- Contacted vendors to procure equipment and tools to meet organizational demands.
- Established a system to track inventory of spare parts, tools and supplies.
- Prepared reports detailing the status of all jobs being handled by the department.
- Supervised installation, repair and upkeep of machinery and mechanical equipment.
- Conducted regular training sessions for maintenance personnel on safety protocols and best practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wayne High School
Fort Wayne, IN01-2002
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
IPFW
Fort Wayne, INSkills
- Group and individual instruction
- Staff management
- Manufacturing oversight
- Product assembly
- Employee development
- Production management
- Shift leadership
- Forklift operator certification
- CPR training
- Production deadline management
Accomplishments
- Meritorious Mast.
Certification
- Forklift Certification
Timeline
Group Leader
Ultra Maritime
02.2017 - Current
Retail Warehouse Associate
Carsons
08.2013 - 01.2017
Quality Control Inspector
Creative Coatings And Liners
04.2009 - 06.2013
Active Duty Soldier
United States Marine Corps
07.2002 - 07.2006
High School Diploma -
Wayne High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
IPFW