JAMES D. FAMBRO
Roscoe,Illinois
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Proprietor, Small Business Owner
OPEN ARMS ELCC
2021.01 - Current
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired new staff members and developed training materials for employees.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Co-founder and Sr. Pastor
Christian Growth Center
2000.01 - Current
- During my leadership of a church plant/non-profit project in Rockford, I effectively managed a dedicated volunteer staff of over 50 and a highly capable paid staff of 5. My role extended to orchestrating marketing efforts, astute budget management, streamlining administrative tasks, and spearheading recruitment. In addition to these responsibilities, I delivered engaging and inspiring weekly sermons. As a result of our collective efforts, membership flourished from 7 to an impressive 250, and I successfully secured substantial funds for a larger and more accommodating facility. Furthermore, I provided invaluable counseling services and conducted heartfelt memorial funeral services as and when required.
Quality Assurance Associate
PRECISION DOSE, INC.
2018.01 - 2021.01
- Generated quality control reports for returned products to identify and communicate patterns.
- Supported audit preparation through research, analysis, and presentation development.
- Communicated quality issues with production staff promptly.
- Maintained production records for compliance and analysis purposes.
- Assisted with independent internal and external audits.
- Evaluated returned products for safety, functionality, and other issues.
- Educated employees on specific QA standards and confirmed maintenance of standards.
Micro Technician III
GENERAL MILLS
2004.01 - 2017.01
- - Read plates and tubes to determine number of organisms in sample. Record findings on worksheets for verification.
- - Prepare samples for analysis and set up equipment and materials needed for analysis.
- - Ensure proper documentation and work flexible schedule to ensure proper coverage.
Education
Master of Divinity -
Liberty University Theological Seminary
Lynchburg, VA2014
Bachelors of Arts, Biology -
Augustana College
Rock Island, IL1992
Skills
- Staff Training and Development
- Operations Management
- Customer Relations
- Business Development
- Revenue Generation
- Inventory Management
- Financial Oversight
- Staff hiring
- Policy Development and Enforcement
- Finance and Accounting Oversight
- Team building
Tel
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Ministryexperience
- Christian Growth Center, Rockford, Illinois, 01/01/2000, Present, Co-founder and Sr. Pastor, Led all aspects of a church plant/non-profit organization project within the Rockford community; managed a volunteer staff of over 50 and a paid staff of 5 in founding and establishing Christian Growth Center and related community outreach programs; established and supervised the marketing, budget management, administration, recruitment, and leadership training of this project; preached weekly sermons and taught weekly Bible lessons., Grew church and non-profit social program organization from an initial membership of 7 to more than 250 members., Led all aspects obtaining funds for the purchase and remodeling of current 11,000 square feet offices, classrooms, and sanctuary., Provided bereavement services, premarital counseling, crisis counseling, financial counseling, officiated memorial funeral services.
- Twelve Gates C.O.G.I.C, Rockford, Illinois, 1997, 1999, Associate Pastor, Provided grief, bereavement, pre-marital and marital and relationship counseling. Oversaw Evangelism Department planning outreaches and events., Resolved crises and emotional issues through empathy, support, prayer, and scriptural wisdom., Provided culturally competent spiritual and emotional care., Oversaw budget proposals, ministry expenses, and ministerial programs., Prepared and preached as needed by the congregation.
- Youth Pastor, 1996, 1997, Participated in staff meetings., Coordinated weekly Sunday school lesson plans for all age groups., Established and taught male mentorship class., Directed drama presentations for presenting the Gospel.
Timeline
Co-Proprietor, Small Business Owner
OPEN ARMS ELCC
2021.01 - Current
Quality Assurance Associate
PRECISION DOSE, INC.
2018.01 - 2021.01
Micro Technician III
GENERAL MILLS
2004.01 - 2017.01
Co-founder and Sr. Pastor
Christian Growth Center
2000.01 - Current
Master of Divinity -
Liberty University Theological Seminary
Bachelors of Arts, Biology -
Augustana College
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