- Auto Repair/Restoration
- Team Sports
- Coding and Programming
Colton Gaertig
seymour,Wisconsin
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in retail management at Dairy Queen and O'Reilly's Auto Parts. Proven expertise in drawer balancing and exceptional written communication skills. Recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction and driving sales through effective product recommendations and inventory management. Committed to operational excellence and team motivation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Casher
Family Doller
01.2025 - Current
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
Assistant Manager
Dairy Queen
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
Assistant Manager
Oreily's Auto Parts
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to employees.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Technology
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI09-2017
Skills
- Drawer balancing
- Returns processing
- Product restocking
- Written and verbal communication
- Purchase assistance
- Liquor law compliance
Interests
Timeline
Casher
Family Doller
01.2025 - Current
Assistant Manager
Dairy Queen
01.2024 - 11.2024
Assistant Manager
Oreily's Auto Parts
03.2023 - 07.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Technology
Fox Valley Technical College