Steve Ballew
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Credentials
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CERTIFICATE: Lean Six Sigma White Belt
Shaw Industries Leadership Training Center - Cartersville, GaMar, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
CERTIFICATE: Ga Work Ready/ ACT WorkKeys NCRC: Qualified - Gold Plus:
National Career-Readiness AssociationMar, 2010- Nov, 2024 -
PROFESSIONAL LICENSE: Class A CDL
Georgia Department of Driver ServicesJan, 1997- Nov, 2024 -
PROFESSIONAL LICENSE: Licensed Residential Home Builder/ Remodeler
Alabama Department of InsuranceJan, 2003- Nov, 2024 -
CERTIFICATE: First Responder - Adult First Aid/ CPR/ AED
American Red CrossMay, 2017- Nov, 2024
Experience
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CUMMINS ENTERPRISES INC
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United States
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Construction
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1 - 100 Employee
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OPERATIONS MANAGER
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Nov 2022 - Present
Heavy Civil Engineering and Construction Specializing in Large Development Projects and Complex Planning: • Industrial Sites • Hotel/ Motel • Shopping Malls • Appartments • Restaurants • Grocery Stores • Manufacturing • Commercial Construction • Residential Developments Commercial Construction - analyze and create innovative solutions for challenging site and soil conditions, aggressive scheduling deadlines, maintaining Job-site safety, and phasing requirements that are often associated with large complex projects. Crushing and Screening - recycling options for on-site crushing and blasting. Crushing various materials, from asphalt, concrete, and demolition rubble. Environmentally friendly service provides crushed material in numerous sized options. Pre-Construction - work with clients to develop schedules to meet their needs and provide value engineering. Underground Utilities - specialization with underground detention systems, drainage systems, water, and sanitary sewer utilities. Show less
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Planned career break
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Ireland
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Individual and Family Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Primary Caregiver (My Father)
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Apr 2022 - Nov 2022
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Shaw Industries
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United States
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Textile Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Sr. PRODUCTION COORDINATOR (Level 4 - P.C.)
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Jun 2014 - Apr 2022
• Responsible for production associates, delegate workflow, remove roadblocks, production forecasting, shift performance, and communicating changes. • Improved manufacturing methods, identified production and performance issues, reduced machine downtime • Assure daily commitments are being met by promise date, machine needs, and workforce availability
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ADDITIONAL ROLES - SERVED ON:
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Feb 2011 - Apr 2022
• Hiring Committee: Interview, screen, and recommend qualified candidates to HR Manager • B.A.I.T. Member (Behavior Analysis Implementation Team): Work safe behaviors changed through learning initiatives • Safety Committee and Auditor: Bring up, discuss, take action, and follow through on safety opportunities • Lift trucks: Forklift, Pole, and Squeeze, LTO certifications - Certified, Trainer, and Auditor • Lock Out Tag Out - Certified, Trainer, and Auditor • First Responder: Adult First Aid/ CPR/ AED - Certified Show less
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LOGISTICS EXPEDITOR:
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Sep 2011 - Jul 2020
• Oversaw the operation and production scheduling of 49 tufting machines, 18 warpers, and 5 backwinders • Fostered strong relationships with multiple departments to maintain effective strategies and communications • Provided production and quality troubleshooting as needed to managers ensuring root causes were identified • Production Scheduling, ShopFlex, G-Link Mainframe, Contract Manufacturing, Google G-Suite, Microsoft office
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QUALITY ASSURANCE QUALITY CONTROL COORDINATOR/ INSPECTOR
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May 2011 - May 2018
• Monitor 18 machines ensure associates follow quality procedures per QAP requirements, attention to detail • Audit and inspect beam quality, correct non-conforming defects, Improved efficiency • Document and record lab testing of off quality, coached and supported machine operators, provide feedback
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MACHINE OPERATOR
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May 2010 - May 2011
• Consistent top performer, no off quality, perform production duties efficiently and safely
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Feb 2003 - PROFESSIONAL LICENSE: | Licensed Residential Home Builder/ Remodeler
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Feb 2003 - Dec 2021
• Remodeled homes, residential and commercial properties. Electrical, Plumbing, Framing, Painting • Also have experience with heavy equipment - Dozers, Backhoes, Trenchers, Loaders
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May 2003 - I LEFT BELLSOUTH: | Remained on as GM of the Health Club
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Oct 2002 - Dec 2012
• Oversaw day to day operations and start up expenditures during the first 12-18 months of the new business, 25 associates
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Oct 2002 - OPENED 2ND BUSINESS: | SMB Enterprises Inc. DBA: Total Body Fitness
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Oct 2002 - Dec 2012
https://al.ltddir.com/company?utm_source=smb-enterprises-inc• 24HR Health Club: I purchased and set up all equipment, training rooms, tanning beds, front end, and offices • The first week over 300 memberships were sold
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Feb 2002 - OPENED 1ST BUSINESS: | SMB Property Management Inc
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Feb 2002 - Dec 2012
https://al.ltddir.com/companies/smb-property-management-inc/• Residential and Commercial Rental Properties: buying, selling, appraisals, researched titles, taxes, tenant rebuilds, lease agreements. worked directly with building inspectors, Subs, and real estate agents • Developed a 3 acre commercial property, 7000 sq. ft. engineered building, into a retail strip for future ROI. Built to specs and pre-leased to my 2nd business SMB Enterprises Inc. DBA: Total Body Fitness
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May 2001 - STARTED FLIPPING HOUSES:
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May 2001 - Dec 2012
• Which led to the opening of my 1st business, a Property Management company
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AT&T
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United States
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Telecommunications
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700 & Above Employee
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NETWORK OPERATIONS MANAGER - CONSTRUCTION
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Jun 1999 - May 2003
• Remained #1 Network Construction Manager of North East Alabama District after graduating • Placed orders for tools, materials and cable(s) needed on upcoming road projects and storm/ emergency repairs. Aerial, buried, underground, size, length, shielded, etc • Managed a team of up to 50 CWA Union associates, covered for other managers, On-call weekend coverage for emergency repairs - Customer Service Outages • Remained #1 Network Construction Manager of North East Alabama District after graduating • Placed orders for tools, materials and cable(s) needed on upcoming road projects and storm/ emergency repairs. Aerial, buried, underground, size, length, shielded, etc • Managed a team of up to 50 CWA Union associates, covered for other managers, On-call weekend coverage for emergency repairs - Customer Service Outages
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CVS Pharmacy
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United States
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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STORE MANAGER
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Nov 1997 - Jun 1999
• Eckerd Drugs was purchased by Rite Aid and now owned by CVS Pharmacy • Completed the Eckerd Drug Management Training Program winning the "Top Manager" award resulting in a position for a much sought after new store location. Developed analytical skills through sales projections, gross profit analysis and complex cash procedures • Managed total store operations - Pharmacy, Express Photo lab, customer service, Kronos, payroll, store maintenance, utilities, DSD Vendors, planograms • Eckerd Drugs was purchased by Rite Aid and now owned by CVS Pharmacy • Completed the Eckerd Drug Management Training Program winning the "Top Manager" award resulting in a position for a much sought after new store location. Developed analytical skills through sales projections, gross profit analysis and complex cash procedures • Managed total store operations - Pharmacy, Express Photo lab, customer service, Kronos, payroll, store maintenance, utilities, DSD Vendors, planograms
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Mayfield Dairy
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United States
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Dairy Product Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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SALES REPRESENTATIVE, TRAINER, AND RELIEF DRIVER
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Jun 1994 - Nov 1997
• Training new drivers for assigned routes and trucks • Perishable Products - Rotation and 14 day "Must Sell By" date(s) • Ice cream and Milk routes covering Atlanta and North Georgia territories • Training new drivers for assigned routes and trucks • Perishable Products - Rotation and 14 day "Must Sell By" date(s) • Ice cream and Milk routes covering Atlanta and North Georgia territories
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American Custom Design Vehicles (ACDV)
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United States
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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SALES MANAGER
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Feb 1989 - Jun 1994
• Custom built 16', 18', 20', 24' step vans exclusively for MAC Tools franchisees and distributor's • Coordinated: ACDV convention center booths and show trucks for MAC Tools tool expos across the United States • Displays at NASCAR events, Responsible for truck sales, quotes, new leases, and coordinating deliveries • Custom built Police SWAT and Fire department special service vehicles • Custom built 16', 18', 20', 24' step vans exclusively for MAC Tools franchisees and distributor's • Coordinated: ACDV convention center booths and show trucks for MAC Tools tool expos across the United States • Displays at NASCAR events, Responsible for truck sales, quotes, new leases, and coordinating deliveries • Custom built Police SWAT and Fire department special service vehicles
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Education
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Kennesaw State University
General Studies -
Shaw Industries Leadership Training Center - Cartersville, Ga
Level 4 - Leadership Training Program, Business Administration, Management and Operations -
BellSouth University - Chamblee, Ga
Network Manager Training Program, Business Administration, Management and Operations -
BellSouth Technical College - Decatur, Ga
(OPT) Outside Plant Technician - Technical College, Telecommunications Engineering -
BellSouth Technical College - Decatur, Ga {POLE BARN}
(OPT) Outside Plant Technician - Technical College, Telecommunications Engineering -
Eckerd Drugs Corporate Training Center - Brookhaven, Ga
Store Manager Training Program, Business Administration, Management and Operations