Anthony Stapleton
Entrepreneurship
Dodge City,KS
Summary
Determined Business Owner with commitment to excellence and more than 5 years of experience. Effective collaborator promoting business start up and web development. Accomplished CEO well-versed in assessing risk, developing solutions and implementing positive changes to achieve sustainability and growth in challenging market conditions. Adept at building and strengthening business and customer relationships. Top-notch with proven track record of success leading and growing organizations. Strong background in strategic planning, financial management and team development. Skilled in identifying opportunities and implementing practical business strategies with commitment to staying informed about latest trends, technologies and best practices. Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic. Pragmatic professional with solid experience in leadership roles. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth and improving operations. Skilled in financial management and stakeholder relations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Results-driven with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
CEO
Lobo Negro Agency LLC
Dodge City , Kansas
01.2022 - Current
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures, and practices.
- Engaged positively with staff and leadership colleagues, soliciting and encouraging feedback and collaborative spirit.
- Coached and guided senior managers to improve employee job satisfaction and achieve higher performance levels.
- Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
- Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
- Negotiated with suppliers and delivery workers and ordered materials according to forecasted customer demand.
- Implemented strong hiring and training techniques to promote team cohesiveness and streamline overall workflow.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Updated business processes, products and team makeups to generate more business opportunities and cater to audience needs.
- Directed market expansions to propel business forward, meet changing customer needs.
- Addressed employee and managerial concerns and implemented corrective actions to promote compliance.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-driven company culture to lead industry innovations.
- Negotiated terms of business acquisitions to increase business base and solidify market presence.
- Analyzed and tracked business metrics and made appropriate adjustments to meet supply and demand needs.
- Procured and coordinated new resources to achieve sales targets within optimal timeframes.
- Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
- Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
- Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Founded performance- and merit-based evaluation system to assess staff performance.
- Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
- Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
- Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Shaped solutions and approaches by leveraging trends in customer marketplaces and industries.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
Fabrication
National Beef Packing Company
Dodge , Kansas
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
- Studied work orders, instructions, formulas and processing charts to determine specifications and sequence of operations.
- Managed equipment loading and unloading and moved finished work to stations for further processing.
- Participated in research and development activities to create new unit processes for future technology platforms.
- Used chemical baths, hand wands and automated machinery to clean semiconductor wafers.
- Accurately located crystal axis of ingot to draw orientation lines using x-ray equipment, drills and sanding machines.
- Controlled semiconductor processing cycles through manipulation of valves, switches, buttons and key commands.
- Cut ingots into wafers and resized remelt into specified sections.
- Collaborated with operations team to implement robust process control and support production processes.
- Liaised with other technicians and engineers to define process and device performance targets.
- Controlled processing cycles and monitored machinery in operation to spot problems.
- Set and adjusted both computerized and mechanical equipment controls to regulate power level, temperature, vacuum and rotation speed of furnace.
- Aligned photomask patterns on photoresist layers and exposed patterns to ultraviolet light.
- Calculated etching time based on thickness of materials to be removed.
- Loaded semiconductor materials into furnace.
- Monitored semiconductor operations and adjusted controls of processing machines and equipment to produce compositions with specific electronic properties.
- Changed conductive properties of materials through etching.
- Operated saws to cut remelt into sections of specified size and cut ingots into wafers.
- Operated blowtorch to attach ampoules to diffusion pumps to remove air from and seal ampoules.
- Maintained and verified processing, production and inspection information reports.
- Developed patterns using specialized equipment.
- Defined process flows and drove continuous process improvement efforts to maximize product yield.
- Supported design and testing teams to develop new architectures and improve performance.
Fabrication
National Beef Packing Co
Liberal, KS
04.2013 - 08.2021
- Developed patterns using specialized equipment.
- Studied work orders, instructions, formulas and processing charts to determine specifications and sequence of operations.
- Managed equipment loading and unloading and moved finished work to stations for further processing.
- Participated in research and development activities to create new unit processes for future technology platforms.
- Used chemical baths, hand wands and automated machinery to clean semiconductor wafers.
- Accurately located crystal axis of ingot to draw orientation lines using x-ray equipment, drills and sanding machines.
- Controlled semiconductor processing cycles through manipulation of valves, switches, buttons and key commands.
- Cut ingots into wafers and resized remelt into specified sections.
- Collaborated with operations team to implement robust process control and support production processes.
- Liaised with other technicians and engineers to define process and device performance targets.
- Controlled processing cycles and monitored machinery in operation to spot problems.
- Aligned photomask patterns on photoresist layers and exposed patterns to ultraviolet light.
- Set and adjusted both computerized and mechanical equipment controls to regulate power level, temperature, vacuum and rotation speed of furnace.
- Calculated etching time based on thickness of materials to be removed.
- Loaded semiconductor materials into furnace.
- Monitored semiconductor operations and adjusted controls of processing machines and equipment to produce compositions with specific electronic properties.
- Changed conductive properties of materials through etching.
- Operated saws to cut remelt into sections of specified size and cut ingots into wafers.
- Operated blowtorch to attach ampoules to diffusion pumps to remove air from and seal ampoules.
- Maintained and verified processing, production and inspection information reports.
- Defined process flows and drove continuous process improvement efforts to maximize product yield.
- Supported design and testing teams to develop new architectures and improve performance.
Chemical Plant Operator
Packers Sanitation
Liberal , KS
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
- Safely used various machinery and forklifts during chemical drumming operations.
- Modified controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed, and flow of liquids and gases while monitoring outcomes and promoting successful processing.
- Followed all waste handling guidelines to minimize waste generation.
- Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
- Followed safety processes and protocols while moving hazardous chemicals and operating heavy machinery to avoid and accidents.
- Tracked and documented production data to maintain accurate records.
- Developed and implemented preventative maintenance procedures for chemical production equipment.
- Successfully operated chemical reactors, pumps and centrifuges to produce commercial-grade products.
- Communicated with supervisors and other personnel to review and discuss process changes.
- Calibrated chemical equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Implemented safety protocols and procedures for safe, efficient process operation.
- Coordinated with other departments on timely delivery of raw materials for production.
- Troubleshot equipment and process issues and restored optimum function to maintain production speed and meet quality goals.
- Operated lab equipment for chemical tests and verification of product quality against standards.
- Monitored and adjusted parameters of chemical production process to achieve desired product quality.
- Monitored recording instruments, flow meters and panel lights to listen for warning signals.
- Collaborated with technical and supervisory personnel to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency and product quality.
- Reduced production downtime 50% through quick problem-solving and rapid equipment repairs, eliminating excessive use of outside repair vendors and overtime.
- Collected and tested samples to complete quality assurance testing and adjust process controls.
- Organized labels and packages to store current and effective stock items.
- Processed and analyzed test results for chemical mixtures to promote high-quality yield and took appropriate actions to correct undesirable results.
- Added raw materials, monomers, inhibitors, reactants, biocides and surfactants to produce .
- Operated forklifts to move packaged materials and chemical supplies and load and unload trucks and railcars.
- Implemented capital improvements to optimize production capabilities and streamline production.
- Used panel boards, control boards and semi-automatic equipment to control or operate chemical processes and systems of machines.
- Utilized to maintain daily logs of volumes, temperatures and pressures of manufacturing equipment.
Construction Foreman
Self Employed Services
Wichita, KS
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs, and knowledge of individual team members.
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Asserted control over material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Offered direction to landscape architects on site characteristics, project timeline and delays impacting hardscape and greenscape installations.
- Verified and submitted team timesheets.
- Completed accurate material and labor estimates for jobs ranging from small to large budgets.
- Identified and eliminated safety risks through additional training.
- Analyzed project blueprints and specifications to identify exact number of laborers needed to complete job.
- Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
- Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.
- Inspected work for compliance with applicable regulations and job specifications.
- Constructed , buildings with more than 12,000 square feet.
- Coordinated materials to maintain steady flow and meet productivity objectives.
- Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Scheduled job assignments for staff to monitor progress and performance.
- Conducted monthly meetings with employees to discuss safety issues, status and development.
- Monitored usage of supplies and materials to establish cost effective operations.
- Addressed issues with employees and customers to manage healthy conflict resolutions.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Developed and implemented new procedures to increase productivity and constructiveness.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
CNC Machine Operator
Kuhn Krause
Hutchinson, KS
08.2010 - 08.2011
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Performed accurate [Type] tool changes and offsets.
- Supported quality control and inspection processes to promote production of quality products.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
Roofing Laborer
Self-employeed
Hutchinson , KS
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Precisely cut felt, shingles and strips of flashing to fit angles formed by walls, vents, and intersecting roof surfaces.
- Removed old roofing material and properly disposed of all debris to maintain clean, organized work sites.
- Completed residential and commercial projects with tight schedules by working effectively with fellow team members.
- Maintained good physical fitness in order to maintain proper balance on inclined surfaces and at high levels off ground.
- Performed job duties at low, medium, and advanced heights on regular basis while observing safety protocols to avoid possibility of accidents and falls.
- Repaired and maintained roofing systems by replacing roofing tiles and refastening seams.
- Managed inventory of roofing supplies and materials.
- Inspected roofs and identified deficiencies for repair cost estimation.
- Expanded knowledge of roofing materials, techniques, and cost effectiveness.
- Installed high-quality roofing systems, paying careful attention to hazards and other safety concerns.
- Installed, repaired, and replaced single-ply roofing systems.
- Inspected problem roofs to determine best repair procedures.
- Assisted in removal of old roofing materials and debris to prepare for application of new roofing.
- Fastened composition shingles and sheets to roof with asphalt, cement and nails.
- Installed asphalt shingles, tile and metal roofing systems to manage exterior construction projects of residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
- Followed manufacturer instructions and specifications to perform proper installation.
- Installed chimney flashing, gutters and other roof components to direct smoke away and offer protection from elements.
- Attended professional development classes to keep up with new roofing technology.
- Inspected buildings to inspect for water damage, worn out flashing and other signs of roof damage.
- Performed patching and resealing of roofs to provide maintenance, repairs and protection.
Screen Cleaner
Lowen Corporation
Hutchinson , KS
01.2010 - 08.2010
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Handled equipment, chemicals, and materials properly and with caution.
- Emptied trashcans and transported waste to collection areas.
- Ordered and stocked cleaning supplies based on current workload and upcoming jobs.
- Organized and used industrial cleaning products following strict safety procedures.
- Confirmed all cleaning tools and equipment were stored properly after use.
- Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
- Operated industrial washing machines and dishwashers to clean linens and dishware.
- Performed regular maintenance and repairs on various cleaning tools and equipment.
- Cleaned and polished glass doors, mirrors and other surfaces to maintain professional appearance.
- Provided assistance to other staff members with cleaning of difficult areas.
- Replaced light bulbs and other electrical fixtures as needed.
- Inspected building for potential safety hazards, reporting identified concerns to supervisor.
- Cleaned and maintained lobbies, offices and other common areas in commercial buildings.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive cleaning plan for entire building.
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
- Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
- Cleaned walls and ceilings with special reach tools following regular schedule.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
- Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
- Helped outside crew complete grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing grass, trimming bushes and removing debris.
- Used hand trucks or manually lifted supplies, equipment and heavy furniture.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors.
- Operated buffers and burnishers to clean and polish floors.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs.
- Assisted with special facility events by preparing rooms, installing decorations and transporting supplies.
- Used organic-based chemicals to disinfect floors, counters and furniture.
- Vacuumed and shampooed carpets, upholstery and other fabrics.
- Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
- Supervised supplies in inventory and submitted reorder requests.
- Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
- Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
Manager's Assistant
Wendy's
Hutchinson D, KS
01.2006 - 08.2009
- Utilized to create and edit correspondence, documents and materials.
- Coordinated and scheduled travel arrangements and managed expense documentation for reimbursements.
- Responded to and directed incoming calls and other communication.
- Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
- Communicated with and interfaced with business owners and community as confidential liaison.
- Supported department procurement activities by coordinating with manager for direction.
- Resolved basic computer and office equipment issues through troubleshooting.
- Scheduled meetings and managed calendar.
- Monitored and managed social media accounts.
- Ran errands to support daily needs of management.
- Booked conference tickets and secured public speaking engagements.
- Attended monthly sales meetings and reported pertinent information to employees.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
- Reviewed sales and gross profit report to assess company efficiency.
Assembly Line Production Worker
Collins Bus Corperation
South Hutchinson , KS
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Assisted quality assurance by inspecting items and removing defective parts.
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs quickly, accurately, and with zero errors.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Boxed, labeled, and transported items to support assembly operations.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Streamlined production process to maximize safety and productivity.
- Followed protocols to enhance protection and maintain safe work environment.
- Troubleshot assembly line to repair malfunctions and avoid disruptions.
- Trained and mentored new employees to apply best practices on assembly line operations and comply with procedures and regulations.
- Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.
- Performed visual and functional inspection of components to determine quality and identify defects.
- Stocked and replenished parts used on assembly line to maintain consistent supply and inventory.
- Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
- Documented production data and output to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Monitored production to determine adherence to schedule and minimize delays.
- Performed quality checks on finish products to verify compliance specifications and assign appropriate quality grades.
- Assembled products and components and made proactive adjustments to settings to produce work within tight tolerances.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to improve production efficiency.
- Managed inventory of parts and components.
- Led production meetings to provide reports to management.
- Completed daily inspection of machines and equipment.
- Maintained order accuracy and customer satisfaction by double-checking packing labels while packaging products.
- Utilized safety devices and procedures to protect personnel and equipment.
- Trained new employees, instructing each in use of machinery, standard operating procedures and company policies.
- Investigated and resolved production issues.
- Operated finishing tool to prepare products for inspections and packaging.
- Continuously checked products for quality assurance according to strict guidelines.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Operated various machines used in production processes.
- Facilitated collaboration between production and other departments.
- Adjusted equipment to meet different productivity levels.
- Monitored production processes to identify and address potential issues.
- Developed and implemented process improvement strategies.
- Installed, adjusted and repaired automated machines and robots.
- Generated and maintained accurate production records.
Education
High School Diploma -
Junction City Sr High School
Junction City, KS 08.2003 - 05.2004
No Degree - Blueprint Reading/ Mig & Arc Welding
Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, KS 05.2001 -
No Degree - Medical Coding And Billing
At-Home Professions
Fort Collins, CO 05.2001 -
Skills
Business start up
undefinedAccomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
CEO
Lobo Negro Agency LLC
01.2022 - Current
Fabrication
National Beef Packing Company
09.2021 - 01.2022
Chemical Plant Operator
Packers Sanitation
09.2018 - 05.2019
Construction Foreman
Self Employed Services
08.2016 - 05.2018
Fabrication
National Beef Packing Co
04.2013 - 08.2021
CNC Machine Operator
Kuhn Krause
08.2010 - 08.2011
Screen Cleaner
Lowen Corporation
01.2010 - 08.2010
Roofing Laborer
Self-employeed
01.2009 - 01.2011
Manager's Assistant
Wendy's
01.2006 - 08.2009
Assembly Line Production Worker
Collins Bus Corperation
01.2004 - 01.2006
High School Diploma -
Junction City Sr High School
08.2003 - 05.2004
No Degree - Blueprint Reading/ Mig & Arc Welding
Hutchinson Community College
05.2001 -
No Degree - Medical Coding And Billing
At-Home Professions
05.2001 -
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