Andrew Miller
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Innovative Co-Founder with a background in startup development and strategic planning. Possess strong leadership skills, an entrepreneurial spirit, and capability to thrive in fast-paced environments. Successfully co-led previous ventures by fostering team collaboration, securing funding, and executing growth strategies. Demonstrated ability to drive business growth through analytical thinking and management prowess.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Co-Founder/Operation Manager
Rush Expess Services
Bakersfield, Vermont
02.2020 - Current
- Co-founded moving business, developed into 5-star rated company, created website, and secured contracts with multi-billion dollar 3PL company.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Guided business through multiple transition periods to enhance efficiency and scalability for future demands.
- Executed cost-saving measures across organization to improve overall financial performance.
- Managed team schedules and assigned tasks to optimize workflow.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and service standards.
- Developed customer service protocols to enhance client satisfaction.
- Analyzed operational processes for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Created and maintained corporate website, marketing materials, and social media accounts.
- Oversaw accounting functions including budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for goods and services.
Grain Elevator Operator
Bartlett Grain
Saint Joseph, Kansas City, Missouri
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Operated grain elevator and equipment to efficiently unload, weigh, test, treat, store, and ship grain, ensuring quality control throughout processes.
- Operated grain handling equipment to transfer and store agricultural products.
- Monitored grain quality and temperature during storage processes.
- Maintained accurate grain inventory and operational logs to support effective management and tracking of stored products.
- Conducted moisture content analysis on grains prior to loading into bins or shipping, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- Eliminated obstacles from work areas to maintain a clean and efficient environment. to keep plant floors free of obstacles.
Loader and Unloader
SPEC Building Materials
Lee's Summit, Missouri
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Loaded and unloaded building materials to ensure accurate delivery and prevent damage.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently.
- Unloaded roofing materials at customer site, ensuring adherence to delivery schedules.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments for quality and accuracy.
- Organized warehouse space to enhance material accessibility and streamline retrieval process.
Welder Fabricator
Southwest Steel Fab
Bonner Springs, Kansas
05.2014 - 01.2016
- Fabricated metal components with precision using MIG and TIG welding techniques to meet project specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise assembly.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Maintained and calibrated welding equipment and tools to ensure consistent quality in fabrication.
- Ensured safe working conditions by regularly removing scrap metal and maintaining an organized work area.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rattoon South Senior High School
Rattoon, MO05-2014
Skills
- CDL-A license
- Operational management
- Contract negotiation
- Team leadership
- Process improvement
- Budget management
- Warehouse management
- Shipping documentation
- Documentation
- Freight cost estimation
- Budget planning
- Route optimization
- Shipment scheduling
- Fleet dispatch
Certification
Forklift Certification
Timeline
Co-Founder/Operation Manager
Rush Expess Services
02.2020 - Current
Grain Elevator Operator
Bartlett Grain
01.2018 - 01.2020
Loader and Unloader
SPEC Building Materials
01.2016 - 01.2018
Welder Fabricator
Southwest Steel Fab
05.2014 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
Rattoon South Senior High School