Duane Spanel
Littleton,CO
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a strong background in operations oversight and inventory management. Demonstrated ability to streamline processes and enhance profitability, ready to contribute to organizational success through effective problem resolution and quality management.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
Domino's Pizza
Lakeside, CO
10.2022 - 02.2026
- Implemented cost control measures, enhancing profitability while maintaining product excellence.
- Developed and executed marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and drive sales growth.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
General Manager
Lamar's Donuts
Littleton, CO
02.2020 - 10.2022
- Fostered relationships with suppliers for better pricing and quality of ingredients used in menu items.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
General Manager
Domino's Pizza
Littleton, CO
01.2001 - 02.2020
- Analyzed financial reports to inform strategic decisions and identify areas for operational improvement.
General Manager
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Denver, CO
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and improving supply chain efficiency.
General Manager
Meglio's Pizza
Denver, CO
01.1996 - 01.1999
- Directed daily operations to ensure optimal service quality and customer satisfaction.
Laboratory Technician
Quest Diagnostics
Denver, CO
06.1988 - 01.1996
- Operated laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyze samples
- Maintained accurate records of test results and quality control data
- Conducted routine maintenance on laboratory instruments to ensure optimal performance
- Developed standard operating procedures for new testing methodologies
- Oversaw compliance with regulatory standards and accreditation requirements
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave and evaporator.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Conducted routine equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and reducing downtime.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards.
- Supported regulatory compliance efforts through adherence to guidelines and thorough record-keeping practices.
Education
No Degree - English Literature
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, COSkills
- Problem resolution
- Operations management
- Inventory control
- Operations oversight
- Quality management
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Sample preparation
- Lab result interpretation
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Microbiology techniques
- Hazardous materials handling
- Instrument Calibration
- Spectrophotometry
- Fluorescence spectroscopy
- Enzyme assays
- Laboratory instrumentation
- Laboratory documentation
- Laboratory equipment management
- Laboratory safety
Accomplishments
- Recognized by local news for record with health inspections.
- One of only two stores to recieve 100% on on Food Safety Evaluation for year 2019.
- Recognized for record of high preformance on Operational Evaluation Reviews over a five year span with Domino's Pizza
Certification
- Back to Back platinum awards for Domino's Eye of the Customer inspection.
- ServSafe certified December 2025
Timeline
General Manager
Domino's Pizza
10.2022 - 02.2026
General Manager
Lamar's Donuts
02.2020 - 10.2022
General Manager
Domino's Pizza
01.2001 - 02.2020
General Manager
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
01.1999 - 01.2001
General Manager
Meglio's Pizza
01.1996 - 01.1999
Laboratory Technician
Quest Diagnostics
06.1988 - 01.1996
No Degree - English Literature
Metropolitan State University of Denver