Blake E. Wurm
Charlestown,IN
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Building Supplies - Acting Department Manager
Menards
06.2020 - Current
- Acting Department Manager
- Operate building product software while working with customers to design their home project(s).
- Create building packages for customers
- Established Menards trainer of new employees in my department
- Increased Building Supply sales by 12% each year.
- Assist in other departments as necessary
- Inventory
Volunteer
St. John Paul II Catholic Church
01.2012 - Current
- Assisted with special events and programs for over 13 years.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Machine Operator, Laser Jet Operator, Assembler
ERL, Inc
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Rotating position
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
- Performed quality assurance tasks to promote accuracy and minimize mistakes.
- improved machined output by 20%.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Assembled commercial marine products
- Assembled railroad car products and increased output by 25%.
Gardening Center Sales Associate
Lowe’s
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Garden Center Customer Service and Stocker
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Helped customers locate desired items and loaded purchased items to their vehicles. On average, helped about 30-40 customers a day.
- Stocked received items on shelves and displays.
- Performed inventory control
- Delivered and set up appliances as necessary
Volunteer
Our Lady Of Providence Jr./Sr. High School
02.2014 - 05.2017
- Baseball Field Maintenance
- Painted, mowed outfield, weedeated fence line
- Cleaned up grounds
Volunteer
Exit O
09.2015 - 04.2017
- Made sandwiches and packed up about 50 meals for homeless people each visit.
- Distributed meal packages to homeless people.
Volunteer
Speed Church Food Pantry
05.2014 - 04.2016
- Assisted in collecting non-perishable food items from donors.
- Assisted less fortunate people with food for their families.
- Sorted and stocked items to keep items organized.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Psychology
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY 08.2017 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Our Lady of Providence High School
Clarksville, IN 08.2013 - 05.2017
Skills
Creative and factual writing skillsundefined
Accomplishments
- 2014 - 2017 Received several Academic and Athletic Awards in High Shcool
- 2022 & 2023 - Menards Employee of the Month
Timeline
Building Supplies - Acting Department Manager
Menards
06.2020 - Current
Machine Operator, Laser Jet Operator, Assembler
ERL, Inc
05.2019 - 08.2019
Gardening Center Sales Associate
Lowe’s
05.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Psychology
University of Louisville
08.2017 - 12.2021
Volunteer
Exit O
09.2015 - 04.2017
Volunteer
Speed Church Food Pantry
05.2014 - 04.2016
Volunteer
Our Lady Of Providence Jr./Sr. High School
02.2014 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
Our Lady of Providence High School
08.2013 - 05.2017
Volunteer
St. John Paul II Catholic Church
01.2012 - Current
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