Ted Lamb
Rossville
Summary
Dynamic Team Lead skilled in employee training, safety compliance, and delivering constructive feedback. Proven ability to foster collaboration and enhance team performance through effective decision-making and problem-solving.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Lead/trainer
Wallenius Wilhelmsen
Chattanooga
01.2023 - Current
- Led team meetings to discuss training needs and improvements.
- Delivered one-on-one coaching sessions to improve individual performance.
- Provided constructive feedback and positive reinforcement to keep trainees motivated.
- Tracked trainee progress and communicated updates to management team.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Implemented strategies that encouraged knowledge sharing across teams.
- Developed innovative ideas and solutions that improved team performance.
- Reviewed and updated policies and procedures to align with current standards.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Installed vehicle accessories accurately to ensure proper fit.
CNC Machine Operator
Tag Manufacturing Company
Chattanooga
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Operated CNC machinery, producing precision components that met project specifications and quality standards.
- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications, ensuring machining processes adhered to design requirements.
- Documented production data and machine performance for quality control purposes.
- Implemented safety protocols, fostering a safe working environment and promoting adherence to safety standards.
Machine Operator/Assembler
Wholesale Tape And Supply
Chattanooga
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Operated filling machines to package products efficiently.
- Monitored product quality during filling process for consistency.
- Executed routine maintenance on equipment to prevent breakdowns and ensure continuous operation.
- Performed routine maintenance on machines to minimize downtime and enhance operational reliability.
- Trained new staff on equipment operation and safety protocols, fostering a safe work environment.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area to ensure safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals.
Line Lead
roller die and forming
Rossville
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Conducted routine audits of production processes, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and equipment operation procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows, improving overall productivity.
- Followed safety regulations to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Maintained cleanliness in work area after project completion.
- Inspected finished product to ensure quality standards were met.
- Trained new employees on quality control procedures, fostering a culture of quality assurance.
- Operated powder coating equipment to ensure quality finishes on products.
- Inspected finished products for defects and ensured compliance with quality standards.
Warehouse Worker
Chattanooga shooting supplies
Chattanooga
11.2018 - 01.2020
- Operated forklifts to transport materials throughout warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from delivery trucks using forklifts safely.
- Organized stock inventory and maintained product displays on sales floor.
- Organized warehouse storage areas efficiently.
- Tracked packing materials inventory to ensure adequate supply for operations.
- Promoted workplace safety and smooth production by keeping workspaces clean, organized, and free of hazards.
Department Manager
Walmart
Chattanooga
02.2015 - 11.2018
- Implemented inventory management practices to enhance product availability and organization.
- Coordinated merchandising efforts to optimize product displays and promotions.
- Assisted in resolving customer inquiries and complaints promptly and effectively.
- Enforced safety protocols to maintain a secure shopping environment for customers and employees.
- Handled shift overstock, restocking, and inventory control.
- Coached and trained new staff members, providing guidance on department policies and procedures.
- Followed safety protocols and company processes and procedures.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations across multiple teams.
- Worked closely with sales associates to complete tasks.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.
- Balanced workloads to meet targets without overtaxing employees.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
Shift Leader
McDonald's
Eastridge
04.2012 - 02.2015
- Supervised team members during peak hours to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated restocking of supplies as needed.
- Assisted in resolving customer complaints to maintain a positive dining experience.
- Conducted regular quality checks on food preparation and presentation standards.
- Verified that cash drawers contained correct amounts of money during opening and closing shifts.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
- Supervised the cleaning of dining areas, restrooms, kitchen equipment, and floors in order to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for customers and staff alike.
- Inspected food preparation areas to ensure proper sanitation standards were met at all times.
- Upheld company standards and compliance requirements for operations.
- Enforced safety guidelines among staff members in order to prevent accidents or injuries from occurring on the premises.
- Assisted general manager with operations game plan and company initiatives implementation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lakeview
Fort Oglethorpe, GA05-2012
Skills
- Employee training
- Training assessment
- Safety compliance
- Delegating work
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Constructive feedback
Timeline
Team Lead/trainer
Wallenius Wilhelmsen
01.2023 - Current
CNC Machine Operator
Tag Manufacturing Company
05.2022 - 01.2023
Machine Operator/Assembler
Wholesale Tape And Supply
02.2021 - 05.2022
Line Lead
roller die and forming
01.2020 - 01.2021
Warehouse Worker
Chattanooga shooting supplies
11.2018 - 01.2020
Department Manager
Walmart
02.2015 - 11.2018
Shift Leader
McDonald's
04.2012 - 02.2015
High School Diploma -
Lakeview