Derek Ziegelman
Lonsdale,MN
Summary
Accomplished leader with a proven track record at MN Army National Guard, adept in personnel management and operational planning. Excelled in building morale and overseeing comprehensive training programs, significantly enhancing mission success. Skilled in security management, demonstrating exceptional ability to maintain high standards of discipline and physical fitness among teams.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Platoon Sergeant
MN Army National Guard
Arden Hills, MN
01.2008 - Current
- Trained, supervised and organized over Number soldiers and personnel.
- Collaborated with fellow NCOs to develop innovative tactics and strategies, resulting in improved mission outcomes.
- Promoted safety awareness within the platoon, significantly reducing accidents during training exercises and deployments.
- Ensured mission success by effectively overseeing daily operations, personnel assignments, and equipment maintenance.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Established a strong team dynamic within the platoon through effective communication and leadership strategies.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Evaluated soldier performance regularly, providing constructive feedback that led to overall improvement in individual skills and abilities.
- Maintained high levels of morale among soldiers, fostering a positive and motivated environment.
- Implemented physical fitness programs tailored to each soldier''s needs, boosting average platoon fitness scores over time.
- Managed over $Amount worth of equipment during garrison and deployment operations.
- Mentored junior leaders in leadership and tactical skills, preparing them for future roles of increased responsibility.
- Led platoon in high-stakes operations, ensuring mission success under challenging conditions.
BN IMO
MN Army National Guard
New Ulm, MN
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Assistant Manager/Shipping and Receiving
NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
Prior Lake, MN
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
- Oversaw daily operations to maintain store cleanliness and organization.
Laborer
Franek Construction
Lonsdale, MN
08.2015 - 02.2022
- 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.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
- Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
- Delivered consistent results under challenging weather conditions or other external factors affecting productivity.
- Enhanced project timelines by collaborating effectively with team members on various tasks.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Finished surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses and buildings with paneling, paint and hand tools.
- Helped with door and window installations.
Laborer
A&D Recycling
Lakeville, MN
06.2012 - 08.2015
- 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.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
Education
Radiology Technician - Radiology
Century College
White Bear Lake, MNSkills
- Personnel management
- Operational planning
- Building morale
- Training coordination
- Security management
- Maintaining security
- Physical fitness
- Overseeing training
- Disciplinary procedures
- Field training
Timeline
BN IMO
MN Army National Guard
02.2023 - 02.2024
Assistant Manager/Shipping and Receiving
NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
02.2022 - 02.2023
Laborer
Franek Construction
08.2015 - 02.2022
Laborer
A&D Recycling
06.2012 - 08.2015
Platoon Sergeant
MN Army National Guard
01.2008 - Current
Radiology Technician - Radiology
Century College