Charles Atterbury
Osawatomie
Summary
Seasoned Department Manager with relevant experience in overseeing daily operations, improving process efficiencies and leading productive teams. Strengths include strategic planning, team leadership, and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated success in implementing new processes to enhance operational performance. Strong ability to inspire team members while maintaining focus on achieving departmental objectives.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dept Manager
Family Center Farm and Home
Paola
04.2015 - Current
- Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability and organization.
- Supervised daily operations of retail and farm supply departments.
- Trained and mentored staff on customer service best practices.
- Coordinated scheduling to optimize staff coverage during peak hours.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure shopping environment.
- Collaborated with vendors to maintain strong supplier relationships.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain good relationships with clients.
- Handled shift overstock, restocking, and inventory control.
- Worked closely with sales associates to complete tasks.
Hull Maintenance Technician
US Navy
San Diego
08.1988 - 08.1994
- Conducted inspections of hull structures for corrosion and damage.
- Performed maintenance on shipboard systems and equipment.
- Utilized welding techniques for repairs and modifications.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safety standards were met.
- Operated power tools for hull maintenance tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in the preparation of work plans and schedules.
- Documented maintenance activities in compliance with Navy regulations.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems and performed corrective actions accordingly.
- Repaired broken pipes using appropriate techniques such as soldering or brazing.
- Replaced defective parts with functional ones from stock or ordered necessary replacements from vendors when needed.
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery spaces and reported any issues found during these checks promptly.
- Cleaned and lubricated moving parts of machinery to prevent corrosion and wear.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on shipboard hull systems, including piping, valves, pumps, tanks and other related equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Olathe North Senior High School
Olathe, KS05-1988
Skills
- Employee engagement
- Staff training
- Scheduling optimization
- Safety protocol implementation
- Operations supervision
- Effective communication
- Team building
- Attention to detail
Certification
Fork Lift Certified
Timeline
Dept Manager
Family Center Farm and Home
04.2015 - Current
Hull Maintenance Technician
US Navy
08.1988 - 08.1994
High School Diploma -
Olathe North Senior High School