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Christopher Werlinger

Firearms Instructor
Pahrump,NV

Summary

I have been in the Firearms business most of my Life From Teaching Hunters Safety to 4 H Sports Firearms I've Trained Law Enforcement Military And Civilians. I'm Very Passionate about teaching People to shoot.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Training Supervisor

Front Sight
Pahrump, NV
07.2016 - 12.2022
  • Developed and implemented training programs for new employees.
  • Conducted regular assessments of employee performance to identify areas needing improvement.
  • Provided guidance and support to staff in the areas of customer service, sales, and marketing.
  • Organized team-building activities to motivate staff members and improve morale.
  • Coordinated the scheduling of classes, workshops, and other training initiatives.
  • Assisted with onboarding process by providing orientation materials to new hires.
  • Monitored compliance with all safety regulations during training sessions.
  • Analyzed personnel needs to determine types of training necessary for optimal performance.
  • Assisted in designing course curriculums that met organizational objectives while adhering to industry standards.
  • Advised managers on how best to utilize available resources when creating effective learning experiences.
  • Reviewed course evaluations from trainees in order to make improvements accordingly.
  • Evaluated and communicated trainee participation and performance in reports to management.
  • Cross-trained employees to do other jobs within business, increasing job skills and productivity.
  • Incorporated new curriculum to meet changing needs.
  • Developed training materials, manuals, procedures and visual aids to effectively achieve organizational goals.
  • Met with company and department leaders to gather information for new training courses.
  • Implemented variety of skills to equip and enable employees to bring their best to work every day.
  • Prepared reports to track employee progress and recruitment needs for future training.
  • Mentored and onboarded new staff members to establish top client satisfaction.
  • Managed training calendars to inform participants of upcoming training session topics and dates.
  • Identified areas for improvement in training programs and collaborated with training team to implement changes.
  • Organized handbook and course documentation for participants.
  • Prepared custom training course materials and presentations for corporate training.
  • Collaborated with senior and department leaders to develop and implement workforce plans
  • Established and provided appropriate instructional materials and training outlines for management-level implementation.
  • Planned and led training programs on staff development to enhance employee knowledge, engagement, satisfaction and performance.
  • Led training classes and recorded instruction for later use.
  • Created testing and evaluation procedures to assess performance before, during and after training sessions.
  • Managed training calendar for entire fiscal year, including setting course plans, training spaces and department rotations.

Farm and Rannch

Self-employeed
Harvey, ND
07.2001 - 03.2016
  • Operated and maintained farm equipment such as tractors, combines, and balers.
  • Planted crops including corn, soybeans, wheat, alfalfa, and hay.
  • Assisted with maintaining fences on the property for livestock safety.
  • Monitored animal health by providing vaccinations and administering medications as needed.
  • Maintained records of livestock births, deaths, sales, feed purchases, and other related information.
  • Fed and watered livestock daily to ensure proper nutrition levels.
  • Performed general maintenance tasks such as building repair or painting structures.
  • Cleaned out stalls regularly to ensure sanitary living conditions for animals.
  • Provided assistance in branding cattle or sheep with identifying marks.
  • Transported animals from one location to another safely while adhering to all applicable regulations.
  • Ensured that all tools and equipment used were properly stored after use.
  • Observed changes in behavior of animals so that any health issues could be addressed quickly.
  • Checked irrigation systems regularly to detect any leaks or blockages.
  • Repaired broken fencing around the perimeter of the property.
  • Assisted with loading supplies onto trucks for transport off the ranch.
  • Monitored pastures closely for signs of overgrazing or erosion damage.
  • Watered and fed livestock and cleaned pens and enclosures to maintain farm animal health.
  • Repaired buildings, fences and other pertinent structures to keep animals properly contained.
  • Completed harvesting activities using harvesters, tractors and other heavy equipment.
  • Maintained and repaired farming equipment to provide consistent usability, prime operational condition and alleviate downtime.
  • Cleaned and maintained animal pens by raking up manure and putting down fresh straw and hay.
  • Used oil cans, hand tools and grease guns to lubricate and make minor repairs to farming machinery.
  • Sprayed fertilizer or pesticide solutions to control insects, fungus and weed growth.
  • Attached plows, sprayers or harvesters to tractors with bolts or hand tools.
  • Drove trucks and tractors to distribute feed to animals.
  • Moved livestock to pastures for grazing or to scales and enclosures.
  • Examined animals to detect illness, injury or disease.
  • Mixed feed, additives and medicines in prescribed portions.
  • Administered medications and vaccinations or arranged for veterinarians to provide extensive treatment.
  • Used all-terrain vehicles to patrol expansive land holding, pastures and grazing areas to monitor animal activities.
  • Ordered food for animals and arranged delivery.
  • Updated records with data about animal growth, feeding patterns, costs and behaviors.

Assistant Director of Training

Prairie Fire Gymnastics
Pahrump, NV
12.2022 - 05.2024
  • Developed and managed a team of 25 employees to ensure efficient operations of the organization.
  • Implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws.
  • Monitored staff performance, provided feedback and conducted annual reviews.
  • Created and maintained reports on operational performance metrics.
  • Assisted in developing strategic plans fir range design.
  • Conducted training sessions on new processes or products for internal staff members.
  • Led weekly meetings with department heads to review progress towards project milestones.
  • Managed daily workflow of personnel by assigning tasks, tracking progress and providing assistance when needed.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for services rendered or products purchased.
  • Established standards of excellence for customer service delivery throughout the organization.
  • Collaborated with other departments to improve interdepartmental communication.
  • Supervised recruitment process including interviewing candidates, making hiring decisions and onboarding new hires.
  • Maintained close relationships with key stakeholders while managing expectations.
  • Oversaw employee relations issues such as grievances, disciplinary actions and terminations.
  • Managed schedules by completing work accurately and on time.
  • Cultivated and maintained relationships to promote positive work culture.
  • Directed special projects and daily operations.
  • Monitored team compliance with safety and health guidelines.
  • Handled incoming and outgoing mail, email and faxes.
  • Mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations.
  • Supported work-life balance to improve staff morale.
  • Drafted mission and vision statements to outline objectives and motivate employees.
  • Provided informational resources on promotions and services.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
  • Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
  • Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
  • Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Education

Underwood High School
Grand Forks, ND

Skills

  • Business Administration
  • Curriculum updates
  • Compliance understanding
  • Policy updates
  • Training course planning
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Curriculum Design
  • Staff Development

Certification

  • NRA certified Instructor
  • Mid South Certified instructor
  • Nevada CCW instructor
  • Utah CCW Intructor

Timeline

Assistant Director of Training

Prairie Fire Gymnastics
12.2022 - 05.2024

Training Supervisor

Front Sight
07.2016 - 12.2022

Farm and Rannch

Self-employeed
07.2001 - 03.2016

Some College (No Degree) - Education

Underwood High School

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