Erik Wyatt
Waterloo,IA
Summary
Professional leader with significant experience in driving team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in strategic planning, project management, and fostering positive work environment. Known for reliability and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring consistent performance and goal achievement. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Team Leader - Food and Beverage
Target
08.2019 - Current
- Led team operations to achieve sales targets and enhance guest satisfaction.
- Implemented training programs for new team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Oversaw inventory management processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in stock levels.
- Interviewed and Hired candidates for roles within eight different food and beverage related departments.
- Maintained payroll by writing efficient schedules for 45-60 team members and 5 Team Leaders in order to maximise proficiency with workload along with providing an excellent guest experience
- Improved overall team performance with regular coaching, mentoring, and employee development initiatives.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting collaboration, open communication, inclusion and mutual respect among team members.
- Assisted in employee appraisals, promotions and terminations based on performance reviews.
- Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
Dryer Operator
A-Z Drying
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Operated drying equipment to ensure optimal performance and product quality while adhering to safety standards.
- Maintained accurate records of drying cycles and production output for quality assurance.
- Completed pre-operational checks on equipment before starting processes.
- Operated material handling equipment ( including a forklift) to safely to transport raw materials or finished products between various stages of the manufacturing process.
- Mitigated potential hazards with strict adherence to lockout/tagout procedures during equipment servicing or repairs.
- Increased productivity by consistently meeting or exceeding established production goals and targets.
- Upheld a clean work environment by regularly cleaning dryer components per manufacturer recommendations to prevent buildup or contamination.
Construction Worker
Jeff Voaklander
10.2015 - 07.2017
- Assisted in the installation of structural frameworks, enhancing overall project integrity.
- Collaborated with team members to execute construction projects within established timelines.
- Complied with safety regulations and protocols, ensuring a secure job site for all workers.
- Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
Active Duty Soldier-Airborne Artillery 13B
U.S. Army
10.2011 - 05.2015
- Contributed to team training exercises to enhance tactical proficiency and operational readiness.
- Contributed to successful military exercises through effective coordination and task delegation among team members.
- Jumped out of airplanes and executed training drills with dozens of other soldiers.
- Drove 5-ton LMTV
Education
No Degree - Political Science
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IAHigh School Diploma -
Osage High School
Osage, IA05-2011
Skills
- Customer relationships
- Relationship building
- Business development and planning
- Team development
- Quality/Operations/Staff management
- Employee scheduling
- Project planning
- Workflow planning
Timeline
Executive Team Leader - Food and Beverage
Target
08.2019 - Current
Dryer Operator
A-Z Drying
08.2017 - 07.2019
Construction Worker
Jeff Voaklander
10.2015 - 07.2017
Active Duty Soldier-Airborne Artillery 13B
U.S. Army
10.2011 - 05.2015
No Degree - Political Science
Kirkwood Community College
High School Diploma -
Osage High School