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Cory Qualls

Neosho,MO

Summary

Dynamic Supervisor with a proven track record at Fairview Mills, excelling in team leadership and customer service. Enhanced productivity through strategic planning and effective workflow management. Skilled in conflict resolution and safety protocols, fostering a motivated workforce while ensuring high-quality standards. Committed to achieving operational excellence and exceeding expectations.

Overview

19
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Nutriblend

Production Worker
04.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
  • Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
  • Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a well-organized work environment for increased productivity.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.

Fairview Mills

Supervisor
10.2022 - 04.2025

Job overview

  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Maintained high safety standards to ensure secure workplace for all employees and visitors.

Self Employed

Mechanic
05.2017 - 10.2022

Job overview

  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
  • Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes.
  • Coordinated repair schedules to ensure timely completion.

Heritage Tractor

Parts Specialist
04.2017 - 04.2019

Job overview

  • Issued parts to technicians to complete customers' repairs.
  • Served customers in-store and by telephone to answer questions and place orders.
  • Collaborated with service technicians to identify required parts for repairs, minimizing delays and enhancing productivity.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and consistently going above and beyond to exceed expectations.
  • Stocked storage areas with merchandise from new trucks, following bins system accurately to minimize inventory errors.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, allowing for easy access to frequently used items and efficient completion of tasks.
  • Conducted thorough research on complex parts inquiries, ensuring accurate information was provided to customers and colleagues.
  • Tracked parts use and charged items to customer accounts for billing.
  • Received and restocked product, keeping sales floor shelves full and ready for customers' purchases.
  • Assisted customers with troubleshooting and part selection, providing knowledgeable guidance to ensure proper fitment of components.
  • Operated fork truck to move heavy pallets and containers of parts between vehicles and storage locations.
  • Worked with vendors to place new orders, handle shortage and resolve defective parts issues.
  • Ordered parts from various distributors to fulfill demands.
  • Greeted customers via telephone and in person to answer questions, resolve concerns, and complete sales.
  • Maintained clean and neat parts counter and sales floor.
  • Met customer needs by looking up stock numbers and prices for various parts, identifying correct items and placing timely orders.

Klassic Trailers

Shop Foreman/ Welder
04.2016 - 04.2017

Job overview

  • Used hand and power tools, equipment, and instruments accurately.
  • Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment.
  • Trained and coached employees to improve performance and skills.
  • Verified safe and proper operation of wide range of power tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of completed work, ensuring all projects met or exceeded company and client expectations before final delivery.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely completion of projects and smooth communication between teams.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with upper management regarding shop updates, challenges faced, and potential opportunities for growth or improvement.
  • Supervised all aspects of project completion from initial planning stages through final execution, meeting or exceeding client expectations consistently.
  • Boiler code Certified in welding on propane and anhydrous ammonia semi trailers.
  • Performed annual and five year inspections on trailers.
  • Trained to do wet mag weld testing and thickness testing on trailers.

Route 66 Truck &Trailer

Shop Lead/ Trailer Mechanic
03.2011 - 04.2016

Job overview

  • Led team meetings, fostering open communication and collaboration among staff members for smoother operations.
  • Implemented effective scheduling strategies to enhance workforce efficiency.
  • Addressed customer concerns promptly, leading to improved satisfaction.
  • Certified in confined entry and rescue.
  • Certified on forklift.
  • Certified in structure welding.
  • Completed daily tasks accurately and on-time to support shop needs.
  • Helped managers with daily checklists and last-minute requirements.
  • Fabricated parts and welded connections.
  • Improved trailer safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
  • Repaired or replaced damaged components on trailers, restoring them to optimal functionality quickly and effectively.
  • Adhered to safety protocols while working on trailers, minimizing workplace accidents and injuries.
  • Certified in confined entry and rescue
  • Certified on forklift

Crossland Construction

Laborer
07.2006 - 03.2011

Job overview

  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
  • Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
  • Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
  • Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
  • Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
  • Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
  • Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
  • Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
  • Certified in structure welding.
  • Worked at heights hanging red iron.

Education

Mcdonald County High School
Anderson, MO

High School Diploma from Mechanics
05.1999

University Overview

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Goal oriented
  • Staff management
  • Customer service
  • Attention to detail
  • Employee motivation
  • Decision-making
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Strategic planning
  • Inventory control
  • Operations management
  • Project planning
  • Safety protocols
  • Quality control
  • Workflow management
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Self motivation
  • Reliability
  • Task prioritization
  • Time management abilities
  • Goal setting
  • Teamwork

    • Team leadership

Certification

Confined entry and rescue.

Boiler Code certified welding.

Wet mag testing of welds.

Ultrasonic thickness testing of metal.

Structure certified welding.

Forklift, scissor lift, snorkel lift.


Timeline

Production Worker
Nutriblend
04.2025 - Current
Supervisor
Fairview Mills
10.2022 - 04.2025
Mechanic
Self Employed
05.2017 - 10.2022
Parts Specialist
Heritage Tractor
04.2017 - 04.2019
Shop Foreman/ Welder
Klassic Trailers
04.2016 - 04.2017
Shop Lead/ Trailer Mechanic
Route 66 Truck &Trailer
03.2011 - 04.2016
Laborer
Crossland Construction
07.2006 - 03.2011
Mcdonald County High School
High School Diploma from Mechanics

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