Donald (D.J.) Bishop
Piedmont
Summary
Results-driven professional with strong project management and process improvement skills. Known for leading cross-functional teams to achieve timely project delivery while enhancing operational efficiency.
Experienced with coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficiently. Utilizes critical thinking and strategic planning to drive project success. Track record of enhancing team productivity and meeting project goals within set timelines.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Lead
ITW Hartness
Greenville, SC
2024 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Developed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies.
- Monitored project progress and adjusted plans to meet changing requirements.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced delays.
- Utilized project management software to track milestones and performance metrics.
- Fostered team communication and collaboration through regular status meetings and updates.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
Department Supervisor
ITW Hartness
Greenville, SC
2023 - 2024
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced errors.
- Coordinated inventory management, optimizing stock levels to meet production demands.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline project execution.
- Managed scheduling and resource allocation to maximize efficiency across shifts.
- Conducted regular team meetings to discuss objectives, challenges, and progress updates.
- Conducted performance evaluations for employees, providing constructive feedback and identifying opportunities for growth or improvement.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Assigned tasks and established work schedules to staff to cover operational needs.
- Wrote out weekly schedules to maintain coverage levels for expected demands.
Rigging Division Superintendent
ESS Industrial
Woodruff, SC
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Oversaw project schedules, ensuring timely completion of industrial operations and maintenance tasks.
- Managed team performance, providing mentorship and guidance to enhance workforce efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and reduced operational downtime.
- Coordinated safety training sessions, promoting adherence to regulatory standards and best practices.
- Developed standard operating procedures to enhance consistency in project execution across teams.
- Facilitated communication between departments, ensuring alignment on project goals and timelines.
- Led cross-functional meetings to drive collaboration and resolve project-related challenges effectively.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout each stage of the project for transparency regarding progress updates as well as addressing any concerns raised promptly.
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and contractors to achieve seamless project execution.
- Implemented safety protocols for reduced workplace accidents and improved employee wellbeing.
- Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and contractor actions.
- Worked with specialized teams to accomplish all objectives and achieve goals.
Maintenance Manager
ITW Hartness
Greenville, SC
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Led maintenance team to enhance equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, improving operational efficiency across production lines.
- Coordinated cross-functional training programs to elevate skill levels among maintenance staff.
- Developed standard operating procedures for troubleshooting and repairs, ensuring consistency in operations.
- Analyzed maintenance data to identify trends, driving strategic improvements in resource allocation.
- Directed budget management initiatives, optimizing costs while maintaining high service levels.
- Collaborated with engineering teams on equipment upgrades, enhancing performance and safety standards.
- Mentored junior technicians, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the maintenance department.
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
- Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
- Increased overall equipment efficiency by conducting thorough assessments of machinery conditions and implementing necessary improvements.
- Led the successful completion of major facility upgrades projects while adhering to budget constraints and timelines.
- Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
- Reduced downtime by efficiently overseeing the maintenance team and prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Trained maintenance technicians to apply proper techniques and best practices and comply with safety protocols.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective procurement of parts and services, maintaining strong working relationships.
Maintenance Technician
ITW Hartness
Greenville, SC
01.2015 - 12.2018
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery to ensure optimal operation and safety compliance.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions, implementing timely repairs to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance preventive maintenance strategies and procedures.
- Utilized diagnostic tools and software to monitor system performance and efficiency metrics.
- Streamlined maintenance workflows, reducing response times for service requests and repairs.
- Developed comprehensive maintenance schedules aligned with production needs, ensuring resource availability.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
Lead Mechanical/Electrical Technician
ITW Hartness
Greenville, SC
05.2011 - 01.2015
- Troubleshot and repaired electrical systems to ensure optimal machine performance.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on electrical equipment, reducing downtime.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement system upgrades and enhancements.
- Mentored junior technicians on best practices for electrical safety and repair techniques.
- Analyzed equipment performance data to identify areas for improvement in efficiency.
- Streamlined workflow processes by implementing innovative solutions to common electrical issues.
- Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and lighting.
- Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Disconnected and removed motors and pumps.
- Tested, troubleshot, and calibrated equipment in shop and field.
- Obtained measurements and readings using volt and ohm meters, meggers, IC testers, and dial indicators.
- Connected electrical systems to external power sources and programmed automated control systems to protect equipment from high voltage.
- Assisted in new equipment installations, guaranteeing proper setup and optimal performance.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of electrical systems to identify potential issues before they escalated.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to complete complex projects within deadlines.
- Supported the design process by providing technical expertise on electrical systems requirements, layout, and component selection.
Detail Manager
Automotive Excellence
Simpsonville, SC
05.2005 - 2011
- Supervised daily operations to ensure quality standards were met consistently.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced errors.
- Trained and mentored new team members on best practices and safety protocols.
- Developed training materials to enhance staff knowledge of automotive detailing techniques.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align detailing processes with customer expectations.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas for service enhancement and implemented necessary changes.
- Led initiatives to streamline inventory management, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Instructed staff on proper techniques for washing, waxing, cleaning, vacuuming and other tasks.
- Inspected finished work to verify employee compliance with detailing standards.
- Coordinated exterior and interior washing of vehicles according to customer wishes.
- Trained detail team to deliver best possible service to customers with quality work.
- Maintained documentation for areas such as orders, activities, schedules and employee performance.
- Oversaw inventory, equipment maintenance and bay cleaning.
- Built reputation for comprehensive detail work covering bodies, interiors and engine compartments.
- Set procedures for protecting vehicle interiors through use of dyes, paints and waxes.
- Managed inventory and purchasing of cleaning supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing costs.
- Assisted sales representatives in creating custom detailing packages tailored specifically to individual client needs.
Education
GED -
Hillcrest High School
Simpsonville, SC2006
Skills
- Collaborative mindset
- Effective team management
- Project planning
- Project coordination
- Project management
- Multi-tasking skills
- Process improvement
- Employee coaching
- Client communications
- Project scheduling
- Risk management skills
- Project documentation
- Task delegation
- Root-cause analysis
- Customer focus
- Risk analysis
- Report writing
- Requirements analysis
- Coaching and guidance
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Rigging Division Superintendent
ESS Industrial
01.2022 - 01.2023
Maintenance Manager
ITW Hartness
01.2019 - 12.2021
Maintenance Technician
ITW Hartness
01.2015 - 12.2018
Lead Mechanical/Electrical Technician
ITW Hartness
05.2011 - 01.2015
Detail Manager
Automotive Excellence
05.2005 - 2011
Project Lead
ITW Hartness
2024 - Current
Department Supervisor
ITW Hartness
2023 - 2024
GED -
Hillcrest High School