Rodney Mays
Jasper
Summary
Results-driven Operations Manager with a proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency, driving cost control, and fostering vendor relationships. Expertise in inventory management and process optimization to increase profitability.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
RJR Mining Company, INC
Cordova, AL
01.2023 - 11.2025
- Streamlined inventory management processes to enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols, reducing workplace incidents.
- Led initiatives to improve cost control measures across operational activities.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
- Championed safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and workflow.
- Coordinated logistics and scheduling to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better pricing and improved service quality.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Owner/Operator
Yellow Hammer Energy, INC
Jasper, AL
08.2017 - 10.2022
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Managed budgeting and financial forecasting to optimize resource allocation and profitability.
- Led team training initiatives, improving staff performance and operational consistency.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and improving supply chain reliability.
- Cultivated strong vendor relationships to negotiate favorable terms and pricing for supplies.
- Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities and inform business decisions.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decisionmaking.
- Streamlined operational processes to improve efficiency with comprehensive audits and restructuring.
- Optimized supply chain operations, negotiating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production processes and adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored equipment performance and performed routine maintenance to minimize downtime.
- Implemented quality control measures, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Analyzed production data to identify areas for process improvement and cost reduction.
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on equipment to reduce repair costs.
- Led cross-functional team project that improved communication between departments, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Coordinated with supply chain partners to ensure timely delivery of raw materials, preventing production stoppages.
- Streamlined data entry for production metrics, improving accuracy and accessibility of operational reports.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Operations Manager
Cedar Lake Mining
Warrior, AL
03.2012 - 02.2017
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Spearheaded process improvements, resulting in increased productivity and reduced operational costs.
- Implemented quality control systems to boost overall product consistency and reliability.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and workflow.
- Coordinated logistics and scheduling to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better pricing and improved service quality.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Operations Manager
Xinergy Corportaion
Pineville, KY
04.2007 - 02.2012
- Managed inventory control processes, ensuring optimal stock levels and reducing waste.
- Executed strategic initiatives to improve service delivery and customer satisfaction metrics.
- Analyzed operational data to identify areas for improvement and drive process optimization efforts.
- Oversaw project management activities, ensuring timely completion of operational goals and objectives.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to communicate updates, address challenges, and foster collaboration among departments.
- Maintained open lines of communication between upper management and field personnel, facilitating smooth information flow throughout the organization.
- Coordinated logistics efforts for efficient deployment of resources across various job sites simultaneously.
- Monitored team performance to assess training requirements and areas in need of improvement.
- Managed large-scale projects from inception to completion, consistently meeting deadlines and staying within budget constraints.
- Implemented quality control measures to minimize errors during project execution, resulting in fewer customer complaints and higher satisfaction rates.
- Established strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating favorable contracts to reduce operational expenses.
- Implemented and maintained high standards of quality in all areas.
- Analyzed data trends to identify potential bottlenecks in the field operations process, implementing solutions to address these issues effectively.
- Conducted regular safety audits and implemented corrective measures, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
- Performed daily inspections, charted readings, documented equipment downtime, and oversaw maintenance for equipment.
- Met with senior management to determine needs and develop roadmaps.
- Improved field operations efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing team performance.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carbon Hill High School
Carbon Hill, AL Skills
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Operations management
- Customer service
- Operations monitoring
- Operational efficiency
- Decision-making
- Employee relations and conflict resolution
- Planning and implementation
- Inventory management
- Management
- Project management
- Operations oversight
- Policies and procedures implementation
- Performance monitoring
- Inventory control
- Continuous improvements
- Organizational management
- Assignment delegation
- Logistics oversight
- Product management
- Purchasing and procurement
- Maintenance planning
- Vendor sourcing
- Supply chain distribution
- Performance evaluations
- Data evaluation
- Sales background
Certification
MSHA Certification
Timeline
Operations Manager
RJR Mining Company, INC
01.2023 - 11.2025
Owner/Operator
Yellow Hammer Energy, INC
08.2017 - 10.2022
Operations Manager
Cedar Lake Mining
03.2012 - 02.2017
Operations Manager
Xinergy Corportaion
04.2007 - 02.2012
High School Diploma -
Carbon Hill High School