Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Interests
Timeline

Griffin Thon

United States Army Reserve
Iowa City
2
Languages
5
years of professional experience

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Seeking to find and maintain part-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Work History

Lifeguard

1 Month
Menomonee Park | 06.2021 - 07.2021
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around lake.
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
  • Upheld hygiene standards in surrounding area.

Park Maintenance Employee

3 Months
Menomonee Park | 07.2021 - 10.2021
  • Coordinated volunteer programs to support park maintenance efforts.
  • Participated in training sessions and team meetings for continuous improvement, keeping up-to-date with best practices and park maintenance procedures.
  • Streamlined operations by implementing efficient processes and procedures for park maintenance tasks.

Dock Loader

2 Years 11 Months
Steinhafels Furniture | 07.2022 - 06.2025
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring proper handling of fragile items during the loading process.

Enlisted Soldier

4 Years 5 Months
United States Army Reserve | 03.2022 - Current
  • Participated in live-fire exercises to ensure proficiency with individual weapons systems.
  • Conducted field training exercises for new recruits in the use of weapons, combat strategies, and tactics.
  • Developed expertise in small arms use, care, and accountability.
  • Conducted classes to teach fellow soldiers in platoon about safety and awareness topics.

Advanced Plasma Center Technician

1 Year 6 Months
Biolife Plasma Services | 09.2024 - 03.2026
  • Operated advanced plasma collection equipment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
  • Trained and mentored junior technicians on plasma processing protocols and best practices.
  • Conducted regular quality control checks to maintain high standards in plasma collection procedures.
  • Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing efficiency in plasma donation operations and reducing wait times.

Sales Associate

3 Months
Cutco Cutlery | 04.2026 - 07.2026
  • Enhanced customer relationships through personalized product demonstrations and follow-up communications.
  • Executed sales strategies to consistently exceed monthly targets and drive revenue growth.
  • Trained new sales associates on product knowledge and effective selling techniques, fostering team collaboration.
  • Developed comprehensive understanding of product features, enabling informed customer recommendations and upselling opportunities.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Human Physiology (Pre PA)

University of Iowa | Iowa City, IA

High School Diploma

Hamilton High School | Sussex, WI | 06-2023

Skills

Leadership
Critical Thinking
Learning
Collaboration
Empathy
Driven
Standards Compliance
Damage Prevention

Accomplishments

  • Notre Dame Ignite Program
  • 2 time State champion (mens gymnastics)
  • Midwestern pommel horse champion
  • Honor Roll (throughout high school)
  • Best statistics (7 months straight)

Languages

German: Full Professional
Full Professional
Japanese
Limited Working

Interests

Working out
Trap Shooting
Reading

Timeline

Sales Associate

Cutco Cutlery
04.2026 - 07.2026Read More

Advanced Plasma Center Technician

Biolife Plasma Services
09.2024 - 03.2026Read More

Dock Loader

Steinhafels Furniture
07.2022 - 06.2025Read More

Enlisted Soldier

United States Army Reserve
03.2022 - CurrentRead More

Park Maintenance Employee

Menomonee Park
07.2021 - 10.2021Read More

Lifeguard

Menomonee Park
06.2021 - 07.2021Read More

Hamilton High School

High School Diploma
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University of Iowa

Some College (No Degree) from Human Physiology (Pre PA)
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Griffin Thon