Dean Gjerde
Charleston,IL
Summary
Professional machine operation specialist with hands-on experience in operating and maintaining industrial machinery. Strong focus on ensuring precision, safety, and efficiency in all tasks. Collaborative team player known for reliability and adaptability to changing production needs. Skilled in troubleshooting equipment issues, maintaining optimal machine performance, and adhering to safety protocols.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Worker
One Hope United
03.2025 - Current
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
High School Social Studies Teacher
Tuscola High School
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
Sales Associate
Walmart
11.2018 - 12.2021
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Corrugator Operator
WestRock
05.2016 - 08.2017
- Increased customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality products that met or exceeded specifications.
- Ensured consistency in product quality by closely monitoring raw materials, adjusting machine parameters, and addressing any discrepancies immediately.
- Upheld company standards of excellence through strict attention to detail during all stages of the corrugating process.
Meat Department Manager
Berkots Super Food
06.2010 - 05.2016
- Operated saws and slicers to cut meat, using safety protocols and procedures to avoid accidents.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring the highest quality and freshest meat products were available.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to strict sanitation standards for food handling and safety.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL12-2021
Associate of Arts - History
Lake Land College
Mattoon, IL05-2018
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Machinery operation
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Workplace safety
Certification
- CWEL - June 2025
- Illinois Initial Secondary Education (Type 09) - December 2021
Timeline
Social Worker
One Hope United
03.2025 - Current
High School Social Studies Teacher
Tuscola High School
06.2022 - 08.2024
Sales Associate
Walmart
11.2018 - 12.2021
Corrugator Operator
WestRock
05.2016 - 08.2017
Meat Department Manager
Berkots Super Food
06.2010 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - History
Eastern Illinois University
Associate of Arts - History
Lake Land College
Awards
• Dean's List (2017-2021) for both Lake Land College and Eastern Illinois University
• Robert and Julie Sterling History Education in Social Science Scholarship (2020)
• Errett and Mazie Warner Award (Spring 2021)
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