Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Charles Ringer

St. Francis,MN

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Yard Manager

Knight Transportation
Eagan, MN
03.2008 - 11.2010
  • Managed a team of yard staff, delegating tasks effectively for optimal productivity and performance.
  • Enhanced yard efficiency by implementing streamlined processes for inventory management and organization.
  • Established clear lines of communication between the yard and office staff, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers, leading to increased repeat business and customer satisfaction.
  • Increased safety standards in the yard by conducting regular inspections and ensuring compliance with all regulations.
  • Performed weekly groundskeeping and building maintenance for multiple satisfied customers.
  • Reduced equipment downtime through regular maintenance checks and timely repairs.
  • Supervised loading and unloading activities on-site to ensure accuracy in shipments while minimizing potential hazards.
  • Proactively identified opportunities for process improvements within the yard operations.
  • Streamlined daily operations by introducing time-saving procedures that improved overall workflow efficiency.
  • Developed contingency plans to handle unexpected situations such as inclement weather or sudden increase in workload.

Grocery Manager/Night Stock

Rainbow Foods
Columbia Heights, MN
12.2002 - 09.2003
  • Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
  • Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
  • Kept grocery team operations in strict compliance with workplace standards and food safety requirements to maintain optimal health protection.
  • Enhanced store presentation through regular merchandising updates and innovative display techniques.
  • Engaged customers and provided very high level of service and support, helping find desired products and items.
  • Reviewed inventory levels and placed orders for products and merchandise for restocking purposes.
  • Performed key tasks to promote inviting grocery store appearance.
  • Boosted employee morale by fostering a positive work environment and providing regular feedback.
  • Orchestrated performance-oriented environment by closely supporting team members.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and customer satisfaction.
  • Fostered culture of safety and compliance, leading to reduction in workplace accidents.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.

Store Manager

Mattress Value Superstore
Columbia Heights, MN
06.2000 - 10.2002
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.

Sales Associate

Bedpost Furniture
Mankato, MN
05.1997 - 03.2000

Oversaw opening and closing procedures and inventory management.

Sales Associate

Sears
Coon Rapids, MN
10.1994 - 03.2000
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
  • Developed comprehensive product knowledge, enabling effective upselling and cross-selling.
  • Resolved customer complaints with patience and understanding, restoring customer confidence.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.

Education

AA Degree - undefined

North Hennepin Community College

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Minnesota State University, Mankato

Skills

  • Scheduling and planning
  • Warehouse operations
  • Safety management
  • Environmental awareness
  • Incident reporting
  • Heavy machinery operation
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Safety conscious
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Relationship building
  • Safety procedures
  • Physical coordination
  • Self motivation
  • Supervisory skills
  • Conflict resolution
  • Professionalism
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Coupling and uncoupling
  • Time management abilities
  • Continuous improvement

Certification

CDL-A

Tanker Endorsement

Haz-Mat Endorsement

Forklift Certification

Timeline

Yard Manager

Knight Transportation
03.2008 - 11.2010

Grocery Manager/Night Stock

Rainbow Foods
12.2002 - 09.2003

Store Manager

Mattress Value Superstore
06.2000 - 10.2002

Sales Associate

Bedpost Furniture
05.1997 - 03.2000

Sales Associate

Sears
10.1994 - 03.2000

AA Degree - undefined

North Hennepin Community College

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Minnesota State University, Mankato
Charles Ringer