Colby Klumb
De Queen
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in carbon steel fabrication and heavy equipment operation. Known for strong people management skills and complex problem-solving abilities, consistently achieving operational efficiency and enhancing team performance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader Carbon Steel Fabrication
JCM Industries
01.2025 - Current
- Led daily team operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and production standards.
- Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing overall efficiency in production tasks.
- Coordinated inventory management, facilitating timely restocking of materials.
- Fostered a collaborative team environment through effective communication and motivation strategies.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Led by example, demonstrating commitment and professionalism that inspired team members to excel.
Heavy Equipment Operator
H4 Ranch
09.2016 - 01.2025
- Operated heavy machinery for land clearing and grading projects, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to maximize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate workflow and optimize project timelines.
- Trained junior operators on equipment operation, safety practices, and maintenance procedures.
- Monitored project progress, adjusting machinery operations as necessary to meet performance goals.
- Assisted in planning and executing excavation projects, contributing to successful completion within deadlines.
- Maintained accurate records of machine usage and maintenance schedules for compliance audits.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Played a key role in successful project completions by maintaining open lines of communication with supervisors and team members, ensuring timely adjustments to work strategies when needed.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
Professional Bullfighter
PBR, PRCA
01.2007 - 09.2016
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Agribusiness
CCCUA
De Queen, ARHigh School Diploma -
North Mesquite High School
Mesquite, TX05-2004
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Team motivation
- People management
- Team supervision
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Documentation and reporting
- Performance improvement
- Work planning
- Complex Problem-solving
- Goal setting
- Analytical thinking
- Overseeing daily activities
- Daily workflow improvement
Timeline
Team Leader Carbon Steel Fabrication
JCM Industries
01.2025 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
H4 Ranch
09.2016 - 01.2025
Professional Bullfighter
PBR, PRCA
01.2007 - 09.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Agribusiness
CCCUA
High School Diploma -
North Mesquite High School