Craig Pearce
Mason City,IA
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
Fourteen Foods, Dairy Queen
08.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Grounds Superintendent
North Iowa Fairgrounds
03.2017 - 08.2021
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
- Worked with specialized teams to accomplish all objectives and achieve goals.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Scheduled and supervised maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings and grounds.
Fabrication Worker
Curries
06.2012 - 12.2017
- Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects accurately and quickly.
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
- Used gauges, templates, and other measuring devices to inspect production parts.
- Verified part numbers and placed parts in appropriate shipping containers.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City, IA1996
High School Diploma -
North Central High School
Manly, IA05.1994
Skills
- Sales Activities
- Microsoft Windows
- Staff Training
- Customer Service
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Employment Law
- Microsoft Office
- Employee Scheduling
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Punctual and Dependable
Certification
- Certified General Manager, Dairy Queen - 10 yrs
- Serve Safe Training - 5 yrs
Timeline
General Manager
Fourteen Foods, Dairy Queen
08.2021 - Current
Grounds Superintendent
North Iowa Fairgrounds
03.2017 - 08.2021
Fabrication Worker
Curries
06.2012 - 12.2017
Associate of Arts - General Studies
North Iowa Area Community College
High School Diploma -
North Central High School
- Certified General Manager, Dairy Queen - 10 yrs
- Serve Safe Training - 5 yrs
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