Kyle Winfred Dunaway

Facility Manager

European Metal Recycling

Baton Rouge, LA

01.2012 - 08.2025

Managed operations across three facilities, overseeing 80 employees and four managers.
Oversaw wire chopping facility in Hammond, LA, managing 20 employees and recycling contracts.
Directed ferrous hub in Port Allen, LA, handling $20 million in assets and 35 employees.
Facilitated preparation and shipping of 140,000 tons of iron annually to third-party steel mills.
Forecasted profit margins and overheads to maximize financial performance.
Implemented processes and procedures to achieve operational targets efficiently.
Negotiated contracts with diverse industries to secure advantageous agreements.
Represented organization at seminars, conferences and business events.
Maintained strong safety culture, adapting to evolving market and policy changes.
Negotiated contracts with vendors, achieved significant cost savings.
Worked closely with suppliers to secure cost-effective services.
Conducted regular risk assessments to maintain a safe working environment.
Trained staff in emergency procedures, increased readiness and response time during crises.
Coordinated building projects, minimising disruption to ongoing operations.
Performed routine checks of fire safety equipment; ensured full preparedness for emergencies.
Updated security measures, enhanced overall site safety and security.
Responded promptly to emergency situations, ensuring minimal impact on operations.
Coordinated between departments for smooth facility-related communication flow.
Managed contractors to expedite necessary repairs.
Performed best practices and quality standards to comply with occupational health and safety procedures.
Planned and coordinated preventative maintenance and reactive repair work to maintain cost efficiency.
Planned and managed resources and budget to support and deliver objectives.
Coordinated end-to-end capital construction projects, managing tasks from conception through completion.
Controlled expenses and lowered costs to meet budget requirements.
Managed budgets to align with agreed departmental budget.
Implemented and recommended process improvements to drive efficiency and enhance operations.
Handled negotiations with outside vendors and service agencies to meet group needs.
Translated senior management directives into actionable front-line policies and implemented changes with staff.
Established clear budgets and cost controls strategies to meet objectives.
Organised financial and operational data to help with yearly budgeting and planning.
Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
Led and managed administrative staff to maintain smooth daily operations.