Derrick Abels
St.Petersburg,FL
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive management and leadership experience in fast-paced production environments. Demonstrates a commitment to safety and efficiency through the implementation of optimized processes and team training. Proven ability to enhance productivity while maintaining high quality and compliance with safety standards.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Melt Technician
Nucor Steel Corporation
Bourbonnais, IL
09.2014 - 10.2024
- Improved production efficiency by implementing new procedures and optimizing existing processes in the melting department.
- Managed a team of junior melt technicians, providing guidance and training to ensure a skilled workforce.
- Increased productivity through effective allocation of resources during peak demand periods.
- Reduced downtime by performing timely maintenance on furnaces, ladles, and related equipment.
- Maintained high safety standards by enforcing proper work practices and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Collaborated with engineering and quality control teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues affecting product quality or production efficiency.
- Led root cause analysis investigations following any deviations from established procedures or product specifications, implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
Account Management Specialist
PostcardMania
Clearwater, Florida
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Managed client accounts to ensure satisfaction and retention.
- Managed multiple accounts simultaneously, ensuring all deadlines were met.
- Coordinated communications between clients and internal teams to align project goals and expectations.
- Conducted regular client meetings to review progress and identify new business opportunities.
- Analyzed customer behavior and preferences to inform strategic decisions and enhance client engagement.
- Implemented CRM systems for tracking client interactions efficiently.
- Maintained up-to-date records of all customer interactions using CRM software.
- Resolved client inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Collaborated with internal teams to ensure successful delivery of services and products to customers.
Steel Fabricator
Peddinghaus Corp.
Bradley, IL
01.2014 - 09.2014
- Collaborated effectively with engineers, architects, and designers to ensure successful completion of projects that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Delivered projects on time by effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks to meet project requirements.
- Supported quality control initiatives by conducting visual inspection of completed welds and verifying adherence to industry standards or client requirements.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and uphold high-quality standards during fabrication.
- Met project deadlines through diligent work ethic and proactive communication with supervisors on progress updates.
Sales Manager
Impact Fitness Center
Bradley, IL
01.2011 - 02.2014
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Grew sales and increased profits by implementing proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training initiatives.
- Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals.
- Streamlined sales processes, enhancing conversion rates through targeted efficiency improvements.
- Facilitated cross-functional communication between sales, marketing, and product development teams to ensure cohesive efforts towards shared goals.
- Developed compelling presentations that showcased product features and directly addressed client pain points, improving engagement.
- Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grant Park High School
Grant Park, IL05-2010
Skills
- Client relationship management
- Account planning
- Sales strategy
- Account servicing
- Account growth
- Value selling
- CRM management
- Customer service
- Production Planning
- Data analysis
- Analytical Skills
- Problem solving
- Documentation skills
- Time optimization
- Time optimization abilities
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Attention to detail
- Goal development
- Team development
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Reliability
- Professionalism
- Effective communication
- Excellent Communication
- Sales strategy
Timeline
Account Management Specialist
PostcardMania
01.2025 - 09.2025
Lead Melt Technician
Nucor Steel Corporation
09.2014 - 10.2024
Steel Fabricator
Peddinghaus Corp.
01.2014 - 09.2014
Sales Manager
Impact Fitness Center
01.2011 - 02.2014
High School Diploma -
Grant Park High School