Benjamin Stroh
Battle Creek,MI
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Armed Security Officer
DK Security
07.2026 - Current
- Professional representative of the company to the public
- Conducts mounted and foot patrols
- Ensures only authorized individuals gain access to facilities
- Assists first responders in emergency situations
Assembly Technician
Conveyability, Inc.
11.2024 - 04.2025
- Operated various hand tools, power tools, and machinery to complete assembly tasks efficiently
- Assembled and tested both electronic and components according to detailed specifications and work instructions
Production Associate
Polaris Industries
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted in the production process, ensuring efficient workflow and maintaining high-quality standards.
- Troubleshooted problems with units and occasionally had to think outside-the-box for solutions.
Small Business Owner
Birds Eye Drones
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Launched and managed a drone services business, offering aerial photography and videography.
- Developed marketing strategies to attract clients.
- Gained valuable experience in business management and sales.
Facilities Technician II
Forta
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Optimized flow, storage and disposal of unwanted pallets at three separate facilities, rendering a 3rd party obsolete and saving the company upwards of $5,000 per week in labor and shipping costs
- Conducted repairs, maintenance, and upgrades to equipment and buildings and works with contractors as needed
Production Supervisor 2nd Shift
MHS Global
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Raised average shift efficiency from ~60% to >90% over a 4-month period
- Prioritized workflow based on order urgency and part availability
- Completed daily reports on production efficiency and volume
- Maintained crew safety and health as #1 priority
Production Associate
MHS Global
04.2020 - 09.2022
- Assembled and tested components for automated material handling systems, ensuring high-quality standards and efficient workflow.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production goals and deadlines.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to promote safety and efficiency.
Base Security Force
United States Marine Corps
07.2018 - 12.2019
- Provided the first line of defense between the base and any potential hostile forces attempting to gain entry.
- Maintained proper weapons handling with the M1014 shotgun and M9 service pistol.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of employees, visitors and other persons.
- Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
- Triaged problems quickly and provided precise and clear information while working under minimum supervision.
- Identified and apprehended US military members causing trouble in the town surrounding the base, effectively preventing international incidents.
0341, Mortarman
United States Marine Corps
09.2015 - 09.2019
- Maintained over $100,000 in equipment with no loss by using regular gear checks and attention to detail.
- Developed exceptional attendance record with special attention to punctuality and preparation to work upon arrival.
- Provided onsite training with minimal planning time and resources while still providing effective delivery of information, resulting in team being 100% up to date on all training and knowledge.
Military Police
United States Marine Corps
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Boosted community safety by performing motor vehicle accident investigations including DUIs and fatal crashes while conducting field sobriety tests at DUI checkpoints.
- Supported community outreach initiatives by implementing school crisis and safety plan.
- Performed comprehensive searches of people and property to identify controlled substances or contraband.
- Issued warnings and citations for traffic violations.
- Analyzed and evaluated information to determine appropriate course of criminal prosecution.
Marksmanship Instructor
United States Marine Corps
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Safely handled the movement of thousands of rounds of ammunition on a daily basis
- Aided in the completion of over 15 annual rifle ranges with a total of over 2,000 Marines being trained without a single safety incident.
- Regularly spoke in front of large groups about range policies and safety procedures
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI04-2030
High School Diploma -
Fruitport High School
Fruitport, MI01-2015
Military service
Corporal | United States Marine Corps
Timeline
Armed Security Officer
DK Security
07.2026 - Current
Assembly Technician
Conveyability, Inc.
11.2024 - 04.2025
Production Associate
Polaris Industries
01.2024 - 04.2024
Small Business Owner
Birds Eye Drones
03.2023 - 01.2024
Facilities Technician II
Forta
09.2022 - 03.2023
Production Supervisor 2nd Shift
MHS Global
05.2022 - 09.2022
Production Associate
MHS Global
04.2020 - 09.2022
Military Police
United States Marine Corps
01.2019 - 08.2019
Base Security Force
United States Marine Corps
07.2018 - 12.2019
Marksmanship Instructor
United States Marine Corps
01.2018 - 06.2018
0341, Mortarman
United States Marine Corps
09.2015 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Western Michigan University
High School Diploma -
Fruitport High School