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Gerald Meyer

Leo-Cedarville,IN

Summary

Effective leadership surrounds itself with individuals that have the skills to increase performance levels and optimize quality while creating an open and engaging environment. I have been successful in cultivating effective relationships with all levels of management, engineers, team leaders, department leads and production employees. This knowledge and experience along with a never-ending drive towards excellence demonstrates why I am the best choice for your organization.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Department Shift Lead

Fort Wayne Metals
Fort Wayne, IN
04.2018 - Current
  • Acted as a conduit between departments; reporting production performance and changes to planning, scheduling and management
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas
  • Qualified in machine setup and equipment operation.

Line Cook / Maintenance

McDonalds
Fort Wayne, IN
03.2016 - 03.2018
  • Worked on dedicated projects while offering support and process guidance to other team members
  • Expanded trade knowledge by networking with colleagues
  • Provided training and guidance to assigned apprentice(s) as necessary.

Medical LOA

05.2014 - 01.2016
  • Acted as a conduit between departments; reporting production performance and changes to planning, scheduling and management
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas
  • Qualified in machine setup and equipment operation.

Journeyman / Plumber

Robert Sheets Plumbing
Fort Wayne, IN
03.1998 - 01.2014
  • Performed cutting, welding and assembly of pipes, fittings and fixtures
  • Analyzed blueprints to determine materials and procedures for each project
  • Repaired plumbing systems, components and related equipment.

Forklift Operator

Sam's Club
Fort Wayne, IN
06.1996 - 03.1998

Education

Skills

  • Supervision
  • Hot Alkaline Cleaner
  • Reading Blueprints
  • AX Inventory Mgmt
  • Forklift Operation
  • Machine Operation
  • Journeyman / Plumbing
  • First Responder
  • Employee Training

Certification

  • Journeyman (Plumbing). IN / MI
  • Certified Forklift Operator
  • Certified First Responder
  • Safety Coordinator
  • Situational Leadership
  • Wire 101
  • Communication Essentials
  • Leadership Essentials
  • Wire 141
  • Wire 161

Introduction

Effective leadership surrounds itself with individuals that have the skills to increase performance levels and optimize quality while creating an open and engaging environment. I have been successful in cultivating effective relationships with all levels of management, engineers, team leaders, department leads and production employees. This knowledge and experience along with a never-ending drive towards excellence demonstrates why I am the best choice for your organization.

Career Experience

  • Production and Management, Acted as a conduit between departments; reporting production performance and changes to planning, scheduling and management., Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas., Qualified in machine setup and equipment operation.
  • Leadership / Project Management, Worked on dedicated projects while offering support and process guidance to other team members., Expanded trade knowledge by networking with colleagues., Provided training and guidance to assigned apprentice(s) as necessary.
  • Plumbing Installation and Repair, Performed cutting, welding and assembly of pipes, fittings and fixtures., Analyzed blueprints to determine materials and procedures for each project., Repaired plumbing systems, components and related equipment.
  • Retail Supply and Replenishment, Provided customer support and service where required., Organized racks and shelves to maintain visual appeal of the store., Maintained cleanliness and presentation of stock floor.

Timeline

Department Shift Lead

Fort Wayne Metals
04.2018 - Current

Line Cook / Maintenance

McDonalds
03.2016 - 03.2018

Medical LOA

05.2014 - 01.2016

Journeyman / Plumber

Robert Sheets Plumbing
03.1998 - 01.2014

Forklift Operator

Sam's Club
06.1996 - 03.1998

Gerald Meyer