Nathaniel Blizzard
Facility Director
Sembach
Summary
Dynamic Facility Director with the United States Army, recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and implementing cost-saving measures. Expert in project management and staff development, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Spearheaded sustainability initiatives, ensuring compliance and safety while optimizing resource allocation, resulting in improved employee retention and satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Facility Director
United States Army
07.2024 - Current
- Improved facility efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Implemented preventative maintenance programs to minimize equipment downtime and extend asset life cycles.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for the overall growth and improvement of the facility.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to safety, health, and environmental concerns.
- Spearheaded sustainability efforts within the facility for long-term environmental benefits while also promoting corporate social responsibility.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms with external service providers for maximum value at minimal cost.
- Evaluated employee performance, providing constructive feedback for professional development opportunities.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and ensure timely project completion.
- Oversaw budget planning and management, maintaining fiscal responsibility throughout all projects.
- Led staff training initiatives to improve employee skill sets and boost productivity levels.
- Applied safety knowledge, codes understanding, and project management skills to complete tasks quickly and with minimal down time.
- Oversaw team of 12 maintenance personnel covering internal systems and building grounds.
Training Manager
United States Army
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Boosted employee satisfaction scores by addressing skill gaps through tailored workshops and seminars.
- Facilitated open communication between management and employees during team-building exercises, fostering increased collaboration across departments.
- Established clear performance metrics and tracking systems to assess the impact of ongoing training efforts consistently.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to customize training materials for various departments.
- Improved staff retention rates by creating engaging and informative training sessions.
- Optimized resource allocation by conducting regular evaluations of budgetary needs for ongoing regional training programs.
- Empowered employees to take charge of their career trajectories through personalized growth plans developed in partnership with their supervisors.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of existing training methods, making necessary adjustments to optimize results.
- Promoted knowledge sharing among staff members by organizing frequent networking events focused on industry trends and best practices.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to aspiring managers, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Spearheaded the creation of an online learning platform, increasing accessibility to key training resources.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous learning across multiple office locations, encouraging employees to pursue professional development opportunities actively.
- Increased overall workplace efficiency through the implementation of effective training strategies.
Operations Executive
United States Army
04.2021 - 05.2023
- Oversaw daily operations activities, ensuring smooth functioning across all departments while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Efficiently and effectively identified and solved all problems that impacted direction of business.
- Used data-driven decision-making techniques to identify areas of improvement within operations processes.
- Implemented strategic initiatives that resulted in significant improvements in operational performance.
- Collaborated with executive leadership on key initiatives, providing valuable insights from an operational perspective.
- Set clear goals to monitor targets and offered real-time input on performance and motivation.
- Oversaw projects to help goals, tasks and milestones align with organizational strategy.
- Managed cross-functional teams, ensuring successful completion of projects within deadlines and budget constraints.
- Applied excellent problem-solving, process development, and strategic implementation skills to lead and support all areas of operations.
- Coordinated seamless communication between departments, resulting in enhanced collaboration efforts across the organization.
- Built and strengthened relationships across functional leadership areas to keep revenue development and operational plans interconnected and effective.
- Implemented innovative solutions that addressed ongoing challenges faced by the organization, leading to successful outcomes.
- Improved employee retention rates by creating a positive work environment and offering professional development opportunities for staff members.
Director of Security
United States Army
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Oversaw safety of guests, employees and and assets by enforcing and regulating security policies and procedures and monitoring and maintaining security systems.
- Researched, reviewed and recommended equipment, materials and supplies to prepare and maintain security expenses within approved budget.
- Established measures, metrics, thresholds and targets to drive performance in alignment with security and other business strategies.
- Directed security services and safety functions to align key processes with goals and objectives of organization and regulatory compliance.
- Developed and grew staff competencies through team development, implementation and support of specific training for various responsibilities.
- Coordinated emergency evacuation drills and exercises and developed and improved emergency procedures.
- Established strong communication channels between departments on matters related to safety and security concerns, fostering collaboration among stakeholders.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to maintain a secure environment and strengthen community relations.
- Oversaw budget allocation for security equipment and services, optimizing resource utilization while maintaining high levels of protection.
- Coordinated with facilities management to ensure physical infrastructure improvements aligned with security requirements.
- Reviewed existing policies and procedures to identify areas for improvement, streamlining processes without sacrificing effectiveness or compliance standards.
Operations Manager
United States Army
03.2015 - 04.2018
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Led onboarding and training of new personnel to fulfill business requirements.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Analyzed data trends to identify potential bottlenecks in operations workflow, implementing strategies to mitigate risks accordingly.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Excelsior College
Albany. New York 04.2001 -
Skills
Safety awareness
Operations management
Security management
Work order management
Project management
Staff management
Emergency preparedness
Project oversight
Staff development
Troubleshooting
Work orders
Building operations
Accomplishments
- Achieved 100% rating on Technical Assisted Visit by introducing work force development programs enhancing personnel knowledge and skills
- Collaborated with team of 12 senior executives in the development of 24 hour unmanned convenient store for personnel working night shift operations
- Supervised team of 75 staff members during compliance inspection; leading to no deficiencies
- Resolved multiple training deficiencies by rewriting standard operating procedure to focus on safety and security to include regulatory guidance.
Timeline
Facility Director
United States Army
07.2024 - Current
Training Manager
United States Army
06.2023 - 06.2024
Operations Executive
United States Army
04.2021 - 05.2023
Director of Security
United States Army
01.2019 - 04.2021
Operations Manager
United States Army
03.2015 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Excelsior College
04.2001 -
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