Steve Ballew

OPERATIONS MANAGER at CUMMINS ENTERPRISES INC
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Cartersville, Georgia, United States, GE

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Credentials

  • CERTIFICATE: Lean Six Sigma White Belt
    Shaw Industries Leadership Training Center - Cartersville, Ga
    Mar, 2014
    - Nov, 2024
  • CERTIFICATE: Ga Work Ready/ ACT WorkKeys NCRC: Qualified - Gold Plus:
    National Career-Readiness Association
    Mar, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • PROFESSIONAL LICENSE: Class A CDL
    Georgia Department of Driver Services
    Jan, 1997
    - Nov, 2024
  • PROFESSIONAL LICENSE: Licensed Residential Home Builder/ Remodeler
    Alabama Department of Insurance
    Jan, 2003
    - Nov, 2024
  • CERTIFICATE: First Responder - Adult First Aid/ CPR/ AED
    American Red Cross
    May, 2017
    - Nov, 2024

Experience

    • United States
    • Construction
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • OPERATIONS MANAGER
      • 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

    • Ireland
    • Individual and Family Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Primary Caregiver (My Father)
      • Apr 2022 - Nov 2022

    • United States
    • Textile Manufacturing
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Sr. PRODUCTION COORDINATOR (Level 4 - P.C.)
      • 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

    • ADDITIONAL ROLES - SERVED ON:
      • 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

    • LOGISTICS EXPEDITOR:
      • 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

    • QUALITY ASSURANCE QUALITY CONTROL COORDINATOR/ INSPECTOR
      • 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

    • MACHINE OPERATOR
      • May 2010 - May 2011

      • Consistent top performer, no off quality, perform production duties efficiently and safely

    • Feb 2003 - PROFESSIONAL LICENSE: | Licensed Residential Home Builder/ Remodeler
      • Feb 2003 - Dec 2021

      • Remodeled homes, residential and commercial properties. Electrical, Plumbing, Framing, Painting • Also have experience with heavy equipment - Dozers, Backhoes, Trenchers, Loaders

    • May 2003 - I LEFT BELLSOUTH: | Remained on as GM of the Health Club
      • 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

    • Oct 2002 - OPENED 2ND BUSINESS: | SMB Enterprises Inc. DBA: Total Body Fitness
      • 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

    • Feb 2002 - OPENED 1ST BUSINESS: | SMB Property Management Inc
      • 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

    • May 2001 - STARTED FLIPPING HOUSES:
      • May 2001 - Dec 2012

      • Which led to the opening of my 1st business, a Property Management company

    • United States
    • Telecommunications
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • NETWORK OPERATIONS MANAGER - CONSTRUCTION
      • 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

    • United States
    • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • STORE MANAGER
      • 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

    • United States
    • Dairy Product Manufacturing
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • SALES REPRESENTATIVE, TRAINER, AND RELIEF DRIVER
      • 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

    • United States
    • Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • SALES MANAGER
      • 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

Education

  • Kennesaw State University
    General Studies
    1988 - 1989
  • Shaw Industries Leadership Training Center - Cartersville, Ga
    Level 4 - Leadership Training Program, Business Administration, Management and Operations
    2013 - 2014
  • BellSouth University - Chamblee, Ga
    Network Manager Training Program, Business Administration, Management and Operations
    2000 - 2002
  • BellSouth Technical College - Decatur, Ga
    (OPT) Outside Plant Technician - Technical College, Telecommunications Engineering
    1999 - 2003
  • BellSouth Technical College - Decatur, Ga {POLE BARN}
    (OPT) Outside Plant Technician - Technical College, Telecommunications Engineering
    1999 - 2003
  • Eckerd Drugs Corporate Training Center - Brookhaven, Ga
    Store Manager Training Program, Business Administration, Management and Operations
    1997 - 1999

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