Robert Choate
Campobello
Summary
Dedicated plant operations manager bringing demonstrated record of success and several years of experience in the field manufacturing environments. Focused on controlling costs, eliminating overages and enhancing efficiency using hands-on approach. Inspires and influences teams to build cohesion, enhance knowledge and increase productivity, safety and quality.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Rural Carrier
United States Postal Service, USPS
Landrum
12.2025 - Current
- Delivered packages to designated customers on assigned routes
- Checked parcels for compliance with postal regulations regarding size and weight restrictions
- Utilized GPS navigation systems when delivering mail in unfamiliar areas
- Performed daily vehicle inspections before driving route deliveries
- Delivered on Sundays and Holidays
- Operated postal vehicles safely in accordance with USPS regulations and traffic laws
- Sorted, organized and prepared parcels for efficient delivery
- Interacted professionally and addressed delivery concerns
- Worked independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high accuracy and productivity
Fill Plant Manager
Holston Gases, Inc.
Spartanburg
09.2016 - 10.2025
- Developed and implemented successful strategies to optimize production efficiency.
- Reviewed financial statements regularly to ensure budget targets were met.
- Collaborated with other managers across plants to share best practices.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, overtime hours worked, inventory levels.
- Analyzed current production processes to identify areas of improvement.
- Managed the daily operations of the plant, including scheduling personnel and equipment.
- Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress towards set objectives.
- Directed staff training initiatives to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Identified and resolved operational issues in a timely manner.
- Supervised team members across multiple departments within the plant environment.
- Assigned tasks to employees based on their skillset and experience level.
- Established goals for improving productivity, product quality, safety standards.
- Implemented new technologies or systems to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Planned and coordinated maintenance activities for the facility.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for materials needed for production operations.
- Monitored plant performance metrics, such as throughput, quality, cost, and safety.
- Performed root cause analysis on any process failures or customer complaints.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Created reports detailing plant performance indicators such as labor costs or output rate.
- Increased plant safety by implementing proactive strategies and well-structured training.
Sales Manager
HH Gregg Appliances & Electronics
Knoxville
05.2014 - 08.2016
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to review goals and objectives for the quarter and year.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions between customers and company representatives.
- Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase market share.
- Managed daily operations of sales department, including supervision of staff members.
Sales Associate
IDeACOM
Knoxville
07.2012 - 04.2014
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
- Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Conducted inventories on a regular basis to track stock levels.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
- Developed promotional strategies to increase sales volume.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
Education
Honorable Discharge - 10/1983 - 06/1987
US Army
Mannheim, Germany Some College (No Degree) - Business
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TNSkills
- Team building and development
- Cost control improvements
- Resource Coordination
- Safety Management
- Production Planning
- Cost Control
- Regulatory Compliance
- Facility Management
- Cost-reduction strategies
- Training programs
- Cost Reporting
- Scheduling
- Project Coordination
- Logistics Coordination
- Facilities Maintenance
- Schedule Management
- Performance Improvements
- Compliance understanding
- Critical Thinking
- Inventory Control Programs
- Production Oversight
- New Process Development
- Production Reports Maintenance
- Organizational Policies
- Decision-Making
- Equipment Maintenance
- Staff Scheduling
- Effective Communication
- Operating Budgets
- Equipment Operation
- Team Training
- Plant Maintenance
- Forklift Operation
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Team Management
- Safety assessment
- Upselling
- Product Sales
- Sales Strategies
- Sales Training
Personal Achievements
• US Army Veteran 1983-1987 Honorable Discharge
Telecommunications Operator, 97th Signal Battalion
Timeline
Assistant Rural Carrier
United States Postal Service, USPS
12.2025 - Current
Fill Plant Manager
Holston Gases, Inc.
09.2016 - 10.2025
Sales Manager
HH Gregg Appliances & Electronics
05.2014 - 08.2016
Sales Associate
IDeACOM
07.2012 - 04.2014
Honorable Discharge - 10/1983 - 06/1987
US Army
Some College (No Degree) - Business
East Tennessee State University