Dakota J Waalkens

Results-driven machine operator and team leader with a strong background in troubleshooting equipment and ensuring safety compliance. Known for effective communication and attention to detail, consistently achieving production goals in fast-paced settings. Dedicated to fostering collaboration and delivering high-quality results.

• Profile Production, VTI Industries, Two Rivers, WI, 09/24, Present, Installed custom molding and glass to doors of assorted sizes through intensive detail., Maintained Safety equipment and volunteered as a safety representative., Ability to read and abide by written instructions and workplans.
• Machine Operator Lead/ Napper Operator, Crescent Woolen Mills, Cleveland, WI, 06/22, 09/24, Lead small teams in production of Wool threads., Diagnosed and fixed issues with machine failure., Produced large Wool sheets for PPE.
• Central Scheduling, Forefront Dermatology, Cleveland, WI, 02/22, 05/22, Took and processed calls for appointments., Maintained accuracy of appointments made., Processed high volumes of calls per shift.
• Foam Encasements, WG&R Mattress Factory, Green Bay, WI, 03/17, 01/22, Constructed foam bases for mattresses through careful measurements and foam adhesives., Forecasted the proper amounts of products on a day-to-day basis through paperwork and statistics., Participated in the company’s Security team as an advisor for safety procedures and daily checks of the sites first-aid station and machines to ensure they were in good working condition.
• Night Manager/Auditor, Fox Hills Resort and Convention Center, Waupaca, WI, 02/17, 02/18, Provide administrative and physical support for the golf resort to include over 500 acres of golf courses, 100 hotel rooms, and 22 Condominiums., Ensure bar and convention center are safe and operational., Auditing of daily financial transactions to include lodging, food, drinks, and golf packages.
• Patient Service Representative & Material Handler, Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers, WI, 04/15, 01/17, Greet Patients and check them in while gathering accurate information and directing them to their destinations., Handle questions and concerns patients and family members may have., Document incoming and outgoing packages and deliver them as needed throughout the hospital., Take Inventory of supplies and replenish them as needed.
• Security Officer, Holy Family Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, WI, 12/11, 03/15, Ensure building and staff’s security and safety., Patrol building, grounds, and satellite clinics., Escort and transport 3rd shift patients for their safety.
• Plumbing Sales Associate, Menards, Manitowoc, WI, 10/09, 06/11, Assist customers with knowledge of plumbing products., Manage supply levels with weekly cycle counts., Help customers move heavy equipment purchased at the store.
• Remodeling Crew Member, Wal-Mart, Manitowoc, WI, 05/09, 07/09, Handled part receipts for remodel work., Assembled displays and set them up according to store manager direction., Tore down old displays, packaged them, and sent them back to the distribution center.
• Barracks Manager, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, Special Operations Capable, United States Marine Corps, Camp Lejeune, NC, 06/07, 04/09, Responsible for maintenance and physical security of the unit’s barracks., Scheduled personnel for daily maintenance functions., Handled Quartermaster duties for Expeditionary Unit, Motor Pool, Communications Unit, and Command Headquarters including laundry and supplies., Responsible for the security of classified information in the Command Headquarters and Communications buildings., Obtained Secret Security Clearance.
• Barracks Manager, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, Special Operations Capable, United States Marine Corps, Kandahar, Afghanistan, 03/08, 11/08, Worked with NATO and foreign units to organize housing for my unit., Assisted the Operations Chief with managing gate guard personnel., Set up and maintained the generators that were the primary source of power for the camp.
• Infantry, 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, United States Marine Corps, US, Iraq, 04/05, 05/07, Initial Training and Combat Operations., Handled, prepared and cooked food for military personnel., Received sanitation and food safety training.