Contessa Burks
Gulfport
Summary
Dedicated Supervisor possessing skilled in addressing and resolving conflicts to maintain team harmony and performance. Offers many years of experience leading talented teams and exceeding objectives. Background includes strong history in related work.
Customer-oriented supervisor with several years of hands-on experience overseeing employee performance and offering knowledgeable guidance and support. Expert in industry best practices and principles of employee management. Blends superb time management and organizational skills to drive group success.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
Bp Oil Co
Gulfport
05.2010 - 06.2012
- Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Trained staff on equipment use and operational procedures.
- Coordinated schedules and assigned tasks to team members.
- Resolved employee issues and promoted a positive work environment.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Led weekly team meetings to discuss progress, address issues, and plan future actions.
- Trained new employees on company policies, job duties, and performance expectations.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Monitored inventory levels and managed supply orders effectively.
Welding Technician
Mccg college
Gulfport
08.2011 - 12.2011
- Assisted students in hands-on welding techniques during practical sessions.
- Participated in safety meetings to promote a safe working environment.
- Used power tools to remove imperfections in metals before welding and after joining.
Painter
Pharr's Construction
01.2007 - 10.2011
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and priming for paint application.
- Applied various types of paint using brushes, rollers, and sprayers.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and proper handling of materials.
- Maintained tools and equipment in good working condition for optimal performance.
- Assisted in selecting appropriate paints and finishes based on project needs.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns, or other equipment.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
- Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracking, blistering, or fading.
- Sanded woodwork prior to staining or painting.
- Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
- Protected furniture from dust generated during the preparation of walls.
- Removed old wall coverings before applying new ones.
- Identified surface to be covered and characteristics of finish to properly select roller, power sprayer and right size brush.
Joiner C
DuPoint
Gulfport
06.2003 - 10.2005
- Operated power tools and machinery to cut, shape, and assemble materials.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate project execution.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for safety and efficiency.
- Assisted in training new joiners on equipment use and safety protocols.
- Measured and cut wooden parts to specified dimensions using hand tools, power saws, routers, jointers and shapers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Forest Hill High
Jackson,Ms05-2003
Skills
- Training staff
- Safety compliance
- Team supervision
- Performance management
- Quality control
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Leadership development
- Employee motivation
- Verbal and written communication
- [Software] experience
- Documentation and reporting
- Staff education
- Staff management
- Inventory control
- Attention to detail
- Goal oriented
- Decision-making
- Training and mentoring
- Waste reduction
- Safety protocols
- Team building
Timeline
Welding Technician
Mccg college
08.2011 - 12.2011
Supervisor
Bp Oil Co
05.2010 - 06.2012
Painter
Pharr's Construction
01.2007 - 10.2011
Joiner C
DuPoint
06.2003 - 10.2005
High School Diploma -
Forest Hill High