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Douglas Pennington

Bellevue,MI

Summary

Highly motivated professional with several years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and sales employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
2001
2001
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Owner print dtf shirts and apparel

Ink Imprint
Bellevue, Michigan
02.2025 - Current
  • Managed daily operations of custom printing and design services.
  • Developed marketing strategies to attract new clients and retain existing ones.
  • Supervised staff to ensure quality control in production processes.

Owner/Operator

Allstar lawncare & snow removal
Bellevue, MI
04.2009 - 04.2025
  • Managed daily operations for lawn care and snow removal services.
  • Oversaw scheduling and dispatching of team members for service efficiency.
  • Maintained equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
  • Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
  • Negotiated contracts with clients for products or services rendered by the company.
  • Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
  • Monitored financial performance of the business on a weekly basis to ensure fiscal responsibility.

Auction Clerk

Claud McMillan Auction Co.
Bellevue, Michigan
03.2009 - 12.2017
  • Recorded auction bids and facilitated smooth transaction processes.
  • Assisted auctioneers by preparing items for bidding and organizing displays.
  • Managed bidder registration and provided support during live auctions.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records for auction items and sales.
  • Communicated with clients regarding auction details and item inquiries.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance auction efficiency and client satisfaction.
  • Monitored bidding activity in order to ensure that all bids were valid and accurate.
  • Assisted with clean-up activities after completion of each individual auction sale.
  • Inspected items up for auction in order to verify quality and condition of goods being sold.
  • Displayed items at various stages throughout the course of an auction sale.
  • Conducted pre-auction research to determine the value of items being auctioned.
  • Performed post-auction duties such as packing purchased items into boxes or bags for transport.
  • Assisted with set-up prior to each auction by arranging merchandise on display tables or shelves.
  • Communicated with customers, employees and vendors to answer questions and address complaints.

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

RTI
Warsaw, IN
03.2008 - 03.2009
  • Operated heavy-duty trucks for safe transportation of goods.
  • Conducted routine vehicle inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Managed delivery schedules and routes for timely cargo arrival.
  • Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance records.
  • Communicated with dispatchers to confirm pickup and delivery details.
  • Loaded and unloaded cargo securely to prevent damage during transport.
  • Adhered to state and federal traffic laws while driving long distances.
  • Provided excellent customer service during interactions with clients at delivery points.
  • Operated commercial truck to transport goods and materials over long distances.
  • Followed all applicable rules, laws and regulations governing the safe operation of a large vehicle.
  • Maintained a log book of working hours, distance travelled, fuel consumption, and any problems encountered during the trip.
  • Maintained accurate mileage logs and other required documentation.
  • Managed records related to vehicle maintenance, inspections, repairs, registration and insurance coverage.
  • Completed daily pre-trip inspection checklists for assigned vehicle.

General Laborer

Diesel Drywall
Bellevue, MI
04.2006 - 03.2008
  • Operated various tools and equipment for drywall installation and repair tasks.
  • Assisted team members with loading and unloading materials on job sites.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.

Factory Worker

Denso Manufacturing
Battle Creek, MI
04.2002 - 03.2006
  • Operated machinery to assemble products efficiently and safely.
  • Inspected materials for quality and compliance with standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet production goals daily.
  • Maintained clean and organized workstations to ensure safety.
  • Assisted in training new employees on operational procedures.
  • Monitored inventory levels and reported shortages to supervisors.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace hazards consistently.
  • Maintained neat, organized and clean work areas to avoid safety concerns or production delays.
  • Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.
  • Loaded and unloaded items from machines and conveyors.
  • Communicated effectively with team members regarding tasks and progress.
  • Reported defective items to supervisors for further inspection or repair.
  • Assisted in the assembly of components into finished products.
  • Assembled components using automated equipment as well as manual labor.

Construction General Laborer

Diesel Drywall
Bellevue, MI
01.2001 - 04.2002
  • Operated hand and power tools for various construction tasks.
  • Assisted with site preparation and cleanup to maintain safety.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials for efficient workflow on-site.

General Laborer

Balkema Excavating
Kalamazoo, Michigan
06.2000 - 12.2000
  • Operated various tools and equipment for drywall installation and repair tasks.
  • Assisted team members with loading and unloading materials on job sites.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.

Pizza Maker / stock person

Mark's Corner Mart
Bellevue, Michigan
03.1997 - 06.2000
  • Prepared pizza dough following standard recipes and techniques.
  • Topped pizzas with fresh ingredients to ensure quality and flavor.
  • Operated pizza ovens, monitoring cooking times for optimal results.
  • Maintained cleanliness of workstations and kitchen equipment during shifts.
  • Assisted in inventory management by restocking supplies as needed.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient order fulfillment.
  • Handled customer orders, taking care to confirm preferences and specifications.
  • Participated in training new staff on pizza-making techniques and safety practices.
  • Handled customer orders in a timely manner, ensuring accuracy of order.
  • Cleaned and sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment.
  • Operated the pizza oven, ensuring pizzas were cooked to order.
  • Crafted pizzas using proper amount of dough and quantities of toppings according to specifications.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Used pizza cutter to slice whole pizzas according to customer size specifications.
  • Complied with safety and sanitation guidelines to maintain health and well-being of customers and other staff.
  • Maintained inventory of ingredients such as cheese, vegetables, meats and spices.
  • Stocked shelves with necessary ingredients for making pizzas.

Education

Bellevue High School
Bellevue, Michigan

Skills

  • Custom printing
  • Quality control
  • Marketing strategy
  • Contract negotiation

Timeline

Owner print dtf shirts and apparel

Ink Imprint
02.2025 - Current

Owner/Operator

Allstar lawncare & snow removal
04.2009 - 04.2025

Auction Clerk

Claud McMillan Auction Co.
03.2009 - 12.2017

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

RTI
03.2008 - 03.2009

General Laborer

Diesel Drywall
04.2006 - 03.2008

Factory Worker

Denso Manufacturing
04.2002 - 03.2006

Construction General Laborer

Diesel Drywall
01.2001 - 04.2002

General Laborer

Balkema Excavating
06.2000 - 12.2000

Pizza Maker / stock person

Mark's Corner Mart
03.1997 - 06.2000

Bellevue High School

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