Put people in positions to be successful and to help the company be as effective and efficient as possible. Problem solver and critical thinker. Excellent at adapting and improvising. Former production facility worker with experience in large manufacturing plants. Proven strength in quickly learning new processes, technologies, machinery, and troubleshooting situations. Former certified English and writing tutor.
Management professional with track record of effective team leadership and operational oversight. Consistently achieves goals through collaborative efforts and adaptability to changing demands. Skilled in conflict resolution, process improvement, and fostering positive work environment.
Experienced with team leadership, operational management, and customer service excellence. Utilizes strategic planning and problem-solving skills to enhance team productivity and service quality. Track record of fostering collaborative and adaptable workplace.
Work History
Assistant Manager
5 Months
Menards | 04.2026 - Current
Led daily store operations and received merchandise into the store to ensure optimal customer service and product availability.
Trained and mentored staff on best practices and operational procedures.
Developed strategies to enhance inventory management and reduce stock discrepancies.
Collaborated with department managers to streamline merchandise and improve efficiency to best serve the customer.
General Laborer
14 Years 3 Months
Schwanz Construction | 06.2012 - Current
Installed and removed roofs, siding, windows, and sheetrock, and poured concrete to ensure structural integrity and aesthetic quality. Executed various construction tasks to support project completion and maintain safety standards.
Production Supervisor
6 Years 5 Months
The Occasions Group | 06.2018 - 11.2024
Organize and facilitate plans to help employees be effective and proficient in their current roles, oversee employee production and come up with corrective plans of action to help reach company expectations, dictate work flow and move resources to where the work is to help be efficient and effective as possible, train individuals on equipment and S.O.P's to help them reach company standards, help uphold company quality standards and search for root causes and solutions when quality isn't there.
Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to quality standards.
Coordinated production schedules to meet customer demands and optimize workflow.
Coordinated resource allocation effectively to meet project deadlines and client expectations.
Implemented process improvements that streamlined operations and reduced turnaround times.
Trained and mentored team members to enhance productivity and operational effectiveness.
Production Supervisor
3 Months
Navitor Specialty Products | 05.2020 - 08.2020
Supervised daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
Trained and mentored team members on operational procedures and equipment usage.
Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency and reduced waste.
Coordinated production schedules to meet customer demands and optimize workflow.
Conducted regular performance evaluations, fostering skill development among staff.
Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
General Laborer
2 Years 3 Months
Wal-Mart Distribution Center #7079 | 07.2015 - 10.2017
Yard truck driver, maintenance, loader/unloader, lift driver, order filled meat and produce onto pallets according to store needs, safety team and fire brigade member.
Certified English/Writing Tutor
1 Year 3 Months
Academic Support Center | 01.2014 - 04.2015
Tutor students the basic essentials of writing and the English language. Also helps in the area of study skills and time management.
General Laborer
3 Months
Le Seuer Incorporated | 05.2014 - 08.2014
Grind and fabricate metal parts. Anything from 4 cylinder engines to valve bodies for transmissions. Performed factory tasks every day.
Bindery/Press Worker
Brown Printing Company/Masterson's Personnel | 10.2012 - 08.2012
Work in Bindery and Press Departments with production of magazines. Trained in new employees.
Assembly Line Work
5 Months
Associated Finishing Inc. | 05.2010 - 10.2010
Assembly line work in painting parts and boxing/shipping parts. Quality control of parts.
Shipping Department
2 Months
Carlson Craft | 03.2010 - 05.2010
Temporary position for busy season. Boxed printed materials, label boxes to ship and load boxes on trucks.
Tiler, Demolition
2 Months
Dickenson Tiling | 03.2010 - 05.2010
Tile floors, walls, and bathtubs for various businesses and houses in Mankato. Also demolished certain structures before tiling could begin.
Food Service Assistant
7 Months
Oak Terrace | 09.2008 - 04.2009
Wash dishes, prepare food, bus tables, and various kitchen duties.
Busser, Greeter, Dish Washer, Cook
1 Year 6 Months
Red Lobster | 02.2007 - 08.2008
Greet customers, seat them, clean/clear tables, wash dishes, and prepare/cook the food.
Education
- Business Management
South Central Technical College | N. Mankato, MN | 01-2015
Diploma - General Stud.)
Mankato East High School | Mankato, MN | 01-2009
Skills
Production line efficiency
Quality control
Logistics Coordination
Management
Team development
Project Management
Staff training
Staff supervision
Team building
Inventory Management
Decision-making
Problem-solving
Task management
Customer service
Client relations
Operational Efficiency
Staff Development
Budget Management
Shift scheduling
Recruitment
Team development
Trainer
Time optimization
Mathematics
Client relations
Employee oversight
Employee training
Work delegation
Objective setting
Employee management
Vehicle/mechanical repair
Dispute resolution
Retail management
Team cohesion
Staff scheduling
Hiring process
Client rapport
Employee development
Certification
EMT
Forklift
EXPERIENCE & SPECIALIZED TRAINING
Certified English/Writing Tutor, 01/14/13 to 5/14/15