Duane Schumacker
New Rockford,ND
Summary
With a proven track record at North American Bison LLC, I excel in warehousing operations and leading teams to operational excellence. Skilled in logistics coordination and fostering collaborative environments, I've significantly enhanced customer satisfaction and streamlined processes. My expertise in quality management and safety monitoring drives continuous improvement and efficiency across supply chains.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Distribution Manager
North American Bison LLC
07.2021 - Current
- Coordinated closely with customer service representatives to address any shipping or delivery issues promptly, improving overall customer satisfaction rates.
- Managed warehouse operations, ensuring proper storage and handling of products to maintain quality.
- Established clear communication channels with sales teams to improve coordination between departments, resulting in smoother workflows throughout the organization.
- Maintained accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring proper documentation for regulatory compliance purposes.
Maintenance Technician
North American Bison LLC
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
Barn Tech
Hexagon Farm
07.2009 - 07.2019
- Improved team productivity by implementing effective time management strategies during projects.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with diverse teams to achieve shared objectives in a timely manner.
- Actively contributed ideas during strategy sessions that resulted in increased member engagement.
- Mentored new Teen Tech Members, providing guidance on program goals and expectations.
- Trained staff members on conducting events and following safety procedures.
IT Director
Northeast Mutual Ins.
05.2003 - 06.2009
- Enhanced IT infrastructure by implementing strategic technology upgrades and streamlining system processes.
- Implemented cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive company data and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing cost-effective services for the organization''s IT needs.
- Established IT policies and procedures, fostering a secure and efficient work environment for all employees.
- Developed comprehensive disaster recovery plans, ensuring business continuity in case of unforeseen events or emergencies.
- Conducted regular audits of hardware inventory to ensure proper asset management across the organization''s technology infrastructure.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Science
MSU Bottineau
Bottineau ND05.2007
Skills
- Warehousing Operations
- Operational Excellence
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Warehouse Management
- Logistics Planning
- Quality Management
- Safety Monitoring
- Inventory Management
- Performance Evaluation
- Transportation Management
- Consumer products
- Logistics Coordination
Timeline
Distribution Manager
North American Bison LLC
07.2021 - Current
Maintenance Technician
North American Bison LLC
08.2019 - 07.2021
Barn Tech
Hexagon Farm
07.2009 - 07.2019
IT Director
Northeast Mutual Ins.
05.2003 - 06.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Science
MSU Bottineau
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