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Brian Schiffelbein

Garden City,KS

Summary

Handles team needs with forward-thinking strategies and strong focus on daily requirements. Well-coordinated planner successful at coordinating schedules and workflows to meet business demands. Superior work ethic combined with resourceful and upbeat nature. Hardworking Shift Leader gifted at reviewing team tasks to assure quality. Engaging and personable coach and employee trainer successful at maximizing team productivity. Consistently recognized for hard work, attention to detail and goal achievement. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Shift Supervisor

Sunflower Electric Power
12.2020 - Current
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Helped management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
  • Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees to maintain positive and productive work environments.

Control Room Operator

Sunflower Electric Power
07.2018 - 12.2020
  • Inspected plant activities on screens and computers to identify and troubleshoot issues.
  • Performed emergency operations to shut down faulty equipment, maintain electric service and safeguard station machinery.
  • Reported complex issues and conditions to management for specialized diagnosis and repair.
  • Provided variance reports to field staff to assist with task prioritization.
  • Tested fire protection systems and emergency backup equipment to detect and fix faults.
  • Developed, reviewed and revised plant safety and operating procedures for personnel and contractors.
  • Operated control panels to regulate turbine load and maintain proper steam temperature and pressure.

Assistant Control Room Operator

Sunflower Electric Power
10.2017 - 07.2018
  • Inspected plant activities on screens and computers to identify and troubleshoot issues.
  • Performed emergency operations to shut down faulty equipment, maintain electric service and safeguard station machinery.
  • Provided variance reports to field staff to assist with task prioritization.
  • Reported complex issues and conditions to management for specialized diagnosis and repair.
  • Tested fire protection systems and emergency backup equipment to detect and fix faults.
  • Followed safety protocols and procedures to maintain safe working environment.
  • Responded immediately to emergency situations and implemented proper procedures to minimize impacts.
  • Observed equipment in operation, system activities and control readouts on continuous basis.

Unit Operator

Sunflower Electric Power
08.2011 - 10.2014
  • Lifted, installed and removed equipment in extreme weather conditions and temperatures.
  • Maintained and performed safety inspections on equipment and tools.
  • Used effective verbal communication skills to instruct and direct crews during shifts, build team consensus and accomplish important project milestones.
  • Operated pumps to circulate water, oil or other fluids through wells to remove sand or materials obstructing free flow of oil.
  • Took on added shifts to accomplish work required to meet customer requirements and schedules.
  • Monitored controls and interpreted instrument readings to locate faults or obstacles.

Outside Sales Representative

Big L Rentals
11.2009 - 08.2011
  • Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with business executives and directors throughout assigned territory.
  • Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
  • Negotiated terms and contracts with clients to maintain profitable sales.
  • Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to fulfill orders and meet customer needs
  • Exceeded monthly sales targets and quotas consistently.

Branch Manager

Airgas
10.2005 - 11.2009
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
  • Engaged employees in business processes with positive motivational techniques.
  • Complied with regulatory guidelines and requirements.
  • Created strategies to develop and expand existing customer sales, resulting in increase in annual sales.
  • Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
  • Resolved various issues impacting sales management and business operations.

Education

No Degree - Fire Science

Garden City Community College
Garden City, KS
08.2011

Arborist Certification - Arbosit

Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS
11.2002

High School Diploma -

Garden City High School
Garden City, KS
05.1995

Skills

  • Schedule Management
  • Customer-Oriented
  • Inventory Control
  • Business Development

Negotiation

  • Safety Awareness
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Staff Management
  • Safety Understanding
  • Staff Development
  • Training and Mentoring

Ranching

Raise cows, chicken and pigs in my spare time. I just like to keep my self busy.

Timeline

Shift Supervisor

Sunflower Electric Power
12.2020 - Current

Control Room Operator

Sunflower Electric Power
07.2018 - 12.2020

Assistant Control Room Operator

Sunflower Electric Power
10.2017 - 07.2018

Unit Operator

Sunflower Electric Power
08.2011 - 10.2014

Outside Sales Representative

Big L Rentals
11.2009 - 08.2011

Branch Manager

Airgas
10.2005 - 11.2009

No Degree - Fire Science

Garden City Community College

Arborist Certification - Arbosit

Kansas State University

High School Diploma -

Garden City High School
Brian Schiffelbein