Joel Collins
Zeeland,MI
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Machine Operator 1
Gentex
04.2024 - Current
- Moved from inspector to TMO1 in 8 months.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect malfunctions or adjusted machines to eliminate current or future problems.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Suggested specific ideas for process, productivity and safety improvements.
- Compiled reports analyzing performance data and presented findings and results.
- Currently working with GL to introduce a new design to improve safety in glass crate loading.
General Manager
Tradehome Shoes Inc.
02.2018 - 06.2023
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers
- In charge of recruiting and hiring new staff members
- Grew business year after year in different markets and locations by over 40% yearly
- Opened new locations in brand new markets
- Visited other locations via District Manager role
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
Construction Lead
Raha Builders
05.2017 - 02.2018
- Completed tear-down of existing structures to prepare for new construction.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
- Followed blueprints and diagrams to complete projects according to specifications.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Installed custom cabinetry as well as build customer built-ins for clients specific wants or needs
- Built custom desks for clients outdoor patios
- Helped with door and window installations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ03-2026
Skills
- Personnel oversight and training
- Equipment monitoring
- Customer Relationship
- Inventory Management
- Quality assurance
- Technical documentation
- Creative Solutions
- Time Management
- Breakdown troubleshooting
- Complex Problem-solving
- Good communication
Accomplishments
- Opened successful stores in new markets
- Put up 76% gains year after year
- Recruited and trained a crew to be top 5 in all stat categories each year for entire company
Timeline
Technical Machine Operator 1
Gentex
04.2024 - Current
General Manager
Tradehome Shoes Inc.
02.2018 - 06.2023
Construction Lead
Raha Builders
05.2017 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Arizona State University
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