JAKARRI D. MCFOLLEY
Summary
Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 25 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor
Afloat Training Group Western Pacific
04.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with management to identify areas of improvement and develop comprehensive training programs.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
- Managed classroom logistics efficiently, maintaining an organized space conducive to focused learning experiences to over 500 junior enlisted members.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Manager of Operations
USS Carl Vinson
03.2020 - 02.2022
- Collaborated with other department heads to align organizational goals and maximize efficiency across all departments.
- Directed resource allocation efforts, maximizing utilization of personnel, materials, and equipment resources for efficient operations management.
- Initiated cost-saving initiative by optimizing resource allocation, which significantly reduced operational expenses saving over $100,000.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing effective training programs and performance management systems.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
Supervisor
USS Stethem
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
- Led successful project completions under tight deadlines, coordinating effectively across multiple teams.
Safety Manager
USS Green Bay
04.2016 - 12.2017
- Enhanced workplace safety by implementing comprehensive risk assessments and safety audits.
- Facilitated training for 200 employees.
- Promoted worksite safety by implementing enhanced lockout and tagout maintenance processes.
- Reduced injuries among personnel with development and implementation of robust safety programs and policies.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Fostered culture of safety, encouraging employees to report unsafe conditions without fear of retribution.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kendrick High School
Columbus,GA05-1998
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Management
- Cross-functional communications
- Project leadership
- MS office
- Logistics oversight
- Project planning and development
- Risk identification
- Environmental monitoring
- Performance assessment
- Adaptability and flexibility
Military Training
- Navy Instructor Training
- Afloat Trainer Specialty
- CVN CSMP and MDS for Managers
- Command Management Equal Opportunity Program Manager
Work Assignments
- Afloat Training Group Western Pacific
- USS Carl Vinson
- USS Stethem
- USS Green Bay
- USS Ashland
- Port Operations Yokosuka
- Expeditionary Combat Readiness Center Afghanistan
- USS Lassen
- USS Blue Ridge
Timeline
Instructor
Afloat Training Group Western Pacific
04.2022 - Current
Manager of Operations
USS Carl Vinson
03.2020 - 02.2022
Supervisor
USS Stethem
01.2018 - 03.2020
Safety Manager
USS Green Bay
04.2016 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
Kendrick High School
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