Brandon McFarland
Mason City,IL
Summary
Dedicated team player with expertise in continuous process improvements in the face of rapidly evolving and changing markets. Flexible and focused team player with expertise in customer relationship management, supply and demand planning, time management and program management. Persuasive, self-motivated leadership professional with expertise on expanding network connections, persuasively introducing products, educating clients, implementing pricing strategies, territory development and revealing customer needs to deliver solutions. Extremely results-oriented and a proactive problem solver seeking to leverage background into a management or supervisor role with a progressive organization. Skilled operations manager with solid experience managing all levels of multiple projects including budgeting, inventory control, and administration to drive profitability and growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Worker
International Paper Lincoln Container
08.2019 - Current
- Operated unitizing machinery to assemble and package products efficiently.
- Supported continuous manufacturing operations by troubleshooting equipment issues and making necessary adjustments or repairs onthespot.
- Assisted in employee training for new hires, sharing knowledge of unitizer operations and best practices for optimal performance.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environments.
- Conducted regular safety checks on forklift equipment to ensure compliance with operational standards.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery schedules were met consistently and effectively.
- Managed incoming shipments by verifying the accuracy of documentation against physical items received.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks efficiently, preventing damage to products during transportation.
- Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
Assistant Manager
National Rent To Own
01.2016 - 08.2019
- Monitored weekly inventory control, creating templates to secure optimal food and beverage stock for expense elimination.
- Maintained store appearance, including rack and shelving organization, store layout and phonogram planning to provide welcoming atmosphere.
- Built loyal customer base by directing team members in delivering personal attention and industry-leading service.
- Increased revenue by cultivating client relations to develop new customer accounts.
- Delegated tasks to sales and delivery associates based upon strength and experience.
- Processed credit and debit card payments and returned proper change for cash purchases.
- Improved efficiency by training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Oversaw daily operations of store, including inventory and supply restocking, cash-handling and assisting customers.
- Conducted job interviews, led employee performance evaluations with constructive feedback and rewarded top sales performers to attract and retain top-quality personnel.
Worked From Home/State Aid
State of Illinois
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Supervised kids who were placed in state ward. Made sure all appointments were kept with physicians, case workers, schools and parents for visitations. Took care of all day to day necessities regarding feeding, bathing and clothing.
Assembly Line Production
Eaton
05.2013 - 11.2013
- Supported quality assurance by visually inspecting items and removing defect parts.
- Utilized basic mathematical abilities to calculate materials, hourly rates and other relevant details.
- Collaborated in team-based environment to maintain line productivity and meet expected deadlines.
- Performed basic jobs such as boxing, labeling and moving items to keep production line moving swiftly.
- Maintained work areas organized and neat, which enabled swift cleanup following each shift.
- Planned and laid out work to meet production and schedule requirements.
- Monitored the production processes and adjusted schedules.
- Started up and shut down processing equipment.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Maintained proper stock levels on a line.
- Adhered to all applicable regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety and environmental compliance.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas.
- Read and interpreted standard operating procedures to complete work in an accurate and efficient manner.
Assembly Specialist
Caterpillar Inc
03.2010 - 12.2011
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs in efficient and accurate manner.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Drove team performance through effective training, coaching and motivating of line employees.
- Adhered to all applicable regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety and environmental compliance.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas.
- Established maintenance plans and oversaw repair work to maintain productivity.
- Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
- Planned and laid out work to meet production and schedule requirements.
- Managed quality control and maintained high customer satisfaction.
- Troubleshooted problems with equipment, devices or products.
- Monitored the production processes and adjusted schedules.
- Supported quality assurance by visually inspecting items and removing defect parts.
- Read and interpreted standard operating procedures to complete work in an accurate and efficient manner.
- Actively suggested operational improvements to enhance quality, improve production times and reduce costs.
- Maintained work areas organized and neat, which enabled swift cleanup following each shift.
- Helped achieve company goals by supporting production workers.
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Caterpillar Inc
08.2008 - 05.2009
- Secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Maintained high level of professionalism and calmness with all personnel, even in high-stress situations.
- Used discretion and sound judgement in using company materials and supplies.
- Operated various machinery and equipment, including forklift to perform operations.
- Implemented agile work methods to drive rapid and successful project execution.
Education
GED - undefined
Heartland Community College
Lincoln, IL01.2006
Skills
Training and development
Timeline
Production Worker
International Paper Lincoln Container
08.2019 - Current
Assistant Manager
National Rent To Own
01.2016 - 08.2019
Worked From Home/State Aid
State of Illinois
01.2014 - 12.2015
Assembly Line Production
Eaton
05.2013 - 11.2013
Assembly Specialist
Caterpillar Inc
03.2010 - 12.2011
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Caterpillar Inc
08.2008 - 05.2009
GED - undefined
Heartland Community College