Craig Canfield
Delaware,OH
Summary
With over 20 years of leadership experience in a high-tempo work environment, I have focused on identifying, interviewing, and processing applicants to address upcoming personnel shortages. Throughout my career, I have held numerous positions of responsibility within a diverse and challenging organization. My expertise spans food service management, security procedures enforcement, human resources management, and safety operations. Recently, I gained valuable experience in temporary positions within warehouse operations. I possess extensive experience in talent acquisition and recruiting for a wide range of employment positions. Additionally, I have proven team-leading abilities and the capability to work independently when necessary.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Manager
US Army
Delaware, OH
10.2017 - 02.2024
- Enhanced the efficiency of talent acquisition processes by implementing data-driven strategies and streamlining workflows.
- Developed strong relationships with hiring managers to better understand their needs, resulting in improved candidate selection.
- Increased the quality of new hires by refining job descriptions, setting clear expectations, and establishing performance metrics for success.
- Reduced time-to-fill rates by utilizing advanced recruitment tools such as applicant tracking systems and social media platforms.
- Coordinated job fairs and campus recruiting events to attract top talent from diverse backgrounds.
- Managed all aspects of the interview process including scheduling, conducting interviews, providing feedback, and negotiating offers with candidates.
- Implemented innovative sourcing techniques to identify passive candidates and expand talent pipelines for hard-to-fill roles.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of employment laws and regulations, ensuring compliance throughout the recruitment process.
- Streamlined internal referral program by simplifying procedures, increasing employee participation, and ultimately expanding the pool of qualified applicants.
- Mentored junior recruiters in best practices for efficient candidate sourcing, interviewing techniques, and relationship building with hiring managers.
- Led training sessions for hiring managers on topics such as interviewing techniques, unconscious bias awareness, and legal considerations in the hiring process.
- Facilitated successful candidate experiences throughout all stages of the recruitment journey by maintaining open lines of communication and providing timely feedback.
- Created and drove talent acquisition and job placement strategies to attract diverse candidates.
- Cooperated with company leaders in change management and talent solutions to gain competitive edge in job market.
- Reduced process gaps while supervising employees to achieve optimal productivity.
- Fostered positive work environment through comprehensive employee relations program.
- Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
- Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
Culinary Manager
US Army
12.2003 - 10.2017
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating and implementing innovative menus, ensuring diverse and delicious culinary offerings.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency by implementing effective inventory management systems.
- Reduced food waste and costs with careful menu planning, ingredient sourcing, and portion control.
- Collaborated with executive team to develop seasonal menus that showcased fresh, locally-sourced ingredients for optimal taste and quality.
- Mentored junior chefs and kitchen staff, facilitating professional growth through training sessions on cooking techniques and presentation skills.
- Established a positive work environment by fostering teamwork among kitchen staff members, resulting in improved productivity and morale.
- Maintained consistently high food safety standards by enforcing strict adherence to sanitation guidelines and conducting regular inspections of kitchen facilities.
- Contributed to the restaurant''s reputation for excellence by consistently delivering high-quality dishes that delighted guests and earned rave reviews.
- Stayed current on industry trends to incorporate new ideas into menus, elevating the dining experience for guests while maintaining a competitive edge in the market.
- Increased employee retention by offering competitive compensation packages and fostering a supportive work environment that prioritized professional development opportunities for staff members.
- Participated in community events showcasing the restaurant''s culinary offerings, creating brand awareness and generating interest from potential new customers.
- Continuously refined culinary skills through ongoing professional development initiatives such as workshops, seminars, or industry conferences, staying current on best practices and emerging trends to drive continuous improvement within the restaurant operation.
- Scheduled kitchen staff of 40 people.
- Motivated team of 8 to 15 employees to maintain high standards of food preparation and efficiency for 10-12 hours per shift.
- Maintained kitchen hardware and repaired tools or ordered equipment.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Prevented stock discrepancies by performing routine inventory checks using both manual methods and automated systems.
- Enhanced operational efficiency, regularly updating skills through company-provided training sessions.
- Facilitated collaborative work environment, readily assisting colleagues in heavy lifting tasks.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
- Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
- Loaded outbound shipments securely onto transport vehicles following established guidelines.
- Expedited loading and unloading processes, ensuring timely delivery of goods to customers.
Warehouse Forklift Operator (Temporary)
JEGS
Delaware, OH
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Performed daily maintenance tasks on stand-up forklifts to ensure optimal functionality, prolonging equipment lifespan.
- Increased warehouse efficiency by operating stand-up forklifts to manage inventory and load/unload products.
- Demonstrated compliance with OSHA regulations by adhering to safety guidelines throughout all aspects of forklift operation and maintenance.
- Showcased commitment to continuous learning through attending training sessions and workshops related to warehousing best practices and equipment advancements.
Roofing Sales and Project Manager (Contractor)
Dominion Roofing Co.
02.2024 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
Education
Associate Of Business Administration - Business Administration
American Military University
High School Diploma -
Jamestown High School
Jamestown, NY06.2003
Associate Of General Studies -
Central Texas College
Killeen, TXSkills
- Contract Negotiation
- Talent Management
- Compensation Analysis
- Candidate Tracking
- Social Media Recruiting
- Candidate Pipeline Management
- Recruitment
- Multitasking abilities
- Conflict resolution
- Team leadership
- Relationship building
- Active listening
- Recruitment marketing
- Performance management
- Creative problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Emotional intelligence
- Interviewing techniques
- Interpersonal skills
- Leadership Development
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Human Resources Operations
- Negotiation Tactics
- Leadership Training and Development
- Training Development
- Material Handling
- Warehouse Operations
- Inventory Tracking
- Loading and Unloading
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Forklift Operation
- Heavy Lifting
- Order Picking
- Safety Protocols
- Problem-Solving
- Stacking and Staging
- Pallet Jacks
- Self-Motivated and Disciplined
- Basic Mathematics
- Schedule Coordination
- Inventory Management
- Schedule Management
- Staff Supervision
- Menu Planning
- Food Storage
- Food Preparation
- Ordering Supplies
- Cooking Techniques
- Sanitation Standards
- Vendor Relations
- Upselling Techniques
- Team Development
- Security Screening
- CCTV Experience
- Information Security
- Biometric Security
- Microsoft Office
- Firearms Training
- Terrorism Threat Identification
- Loading and unloading
- Safety awareness
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Order picking and processing
- Palletizing
- Materials Handling
- Heavy equipment operations
- Lift Equipment Operation
- Deisel; telescope; standing; and seated forklift operation equipment
- Heavy industrial equipment
- Critical Thinking
- Cargo Handling
Timeline
Roofing Sales and Project Manager (Contractor)
Dominion Roofing Co.
02.2024 - Current
Warehouse Forklift Operator (Temporary)
JEGS
09.2023 - 01.2024
Talent Acquisition Manager
US Army
10.2017 - 02.2024
Culinary Manager
US Army
12.2003 - 10.2017
Associate Of Business Administration - Business Administration
American Military University
High School Diploma -
Jamestown High School
Associate Of General Studies -
Central Texas College