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Justin Kirchner

Bandon,OR

Summary

Dynamic Transportation Manager with proven leadership at KoKwel Casino, adept at fleet management and enhancing guest programs. Skilled in budget tracking and employee scheduling, I excel in problem-solving and effective communication, driving operational success and improving ridership metrics. Committed to continuous improvement and team development.

Overview

1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Transportation Manager

KoKwel Casino
Coos Bay, OR
07.2023 - 10.2026

Maintained full casino fleet and tracked daily and monthly ridership numbers, while coordinating employee scheduling and payroll, resulting in a [%] increase in ridership.

  • Coordinated guest shuttle schedules across KoKwel Casino transportation operations, managing [Number] successful transport operations monthly.
  • Supervised vehicle dispatch and driver assignments for casino service routes, ensuring timely and efficient service delivery.
  • Monitored fleet inspections and coordinated preventive maintenance requests, achieving [Number] successful inspections with zero compliance issues.
  • Enforced transportation safety procedures and regulatory compliance standards, leading safety initiatives that resulted in zero incidents.
  • Trained [Number] drivers on customer service and casino transportation protocols, improving customer satisfaction ratings by [%].
  • Resolved guest transport issues with clear communication and quick decisions, enhancing overall guest experience.
  • Managed route planning for staff, guest, and event transportation, optimizing logistics for high-demand periods.
  • Reviewed logs, trip records, and fuel usage for transportation reporting, identifying cost-saving opportunities.
  • Monitored driver performance and compliance with safety regulations, implementing corrective actions as needed.
  • Supervised a team of drivers, dispatchers, and customer service representatives, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Maintained records of vehicle maintenance schedules to ensure proper upkeep of fleet vehicles, reducing downtime by [%].
  • Managed multiple transportation projects, including [Project Name], ensuring successful completion of project goals and objectives.
  • Created and enforced policies and procedures for the entire logistics team, streamlining operations and improving efficiency.
  • Organized training programs for [Number] staff members on safe driving practices and use of equipment, enhancing team competency.
  • Worked closely with sales personnel to forecast future demand trends in order to plan accordingly, aligning transportation resources with business needs.

Volunteer Firefighter

Bandon Rural Fire
Bandon, OR
04.2021 - 07.2023
  • Responded to rural fire incidents, ensuring safety and effective emergency management across Bandon Rural Fire district.
  • Operated fire apparatus and equipment to support timely and effective emergency responses.
  • Extinguished structure, wildland, and vehicle fires with assigned hose lines, minimizing damage and protecting lives.
  • Supported firefighting initiatives by actively participating in team activities at Bandon Rural Fire.

Retail Lumber Manager

Oregon Overseas Timber Co. Inc.
Bandon, OR
10.2020 - 07.2023
  • Solely manage and maintain Retail Lumber Division. Operate POS system to take payments by cash, check, or credit card.
  • Manage a profit and loss report on a monthly basis.
  • Tracked and restocked inventory.
  • Scheduled and executed deliveries to meet customer deadlines.
  • Create and maintain customer relationships, and manage those customer databases.
  • Created a new customer friendly flow in the lumber yard.
  • Create quotes and Invoices.
  • Creation and management of a production and delivery schedule via google docs that can be viewed by any sales associate in real time.
  • Chopped lumber into specified dimensions for orders and graded structural lumber.
  • Manage landscaping bark plant.
  • Operation of a Hyster 100 forklift, as well as a Case 580 Backhoe, and a CAT IT28 loader.

Graphic Designer / Prepress

Independent Contractor (W9)
Springfield, VA
10.2018 - 11.2020
  • Delivered graphic design and prepress projects, ensuring alignment with client specifications and branding.
  • Created print and digital layouts using Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Designed brand identities for independent contractor W9 client projects.
  • Developed logos, icons, and visual assets for freelance contracts.

Print Production Manager / Coordinator

Alphagraphics
Alexandria, VA
02.2019 - 01.2020
  • Managed print production schedules for Alphagraphics customer orders and deadlines.
  • Coordinated prepress, proofing, and file preparation across production workflows.
  • Supervised press, finishing, and bindery operations for custom print jobs.
  • Supervised a team of print operators, ensuring their adherence to safety regulations and quality control procedures.
  • Monitored press operations to ensure that all jobs met quality standards.
  • Resolved production issues to keep Alphagraphics print projects moving.
  • Trained production team members on equipment, workflow, and quality standards.
  • Trained new employees on proper usage of printing equipment and software applications.
  • Reviewed artwork and specifications for accuracy before production release.
  • Verified accuracy of proofs before beginning any job runs to avoid costly errors or reprints.
  • Created detailed workflows for each job based on customer specifications and deadlines.
  • Managed and maintained multiple print production projects concurrently.
  • Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
  • Participated in regular meetings with sales teams and clients to discuss upcoming orders.
  • Communicated job status with clients, designers, and production staff.
  • Evaluated new technologies available in the market for potential use in the print shop.
  • Identified and solved complex problems that impacted management and business direction.
  • Assisted with troubleshooting technical issues related to printer setup or output problems.
  • Reduced process lags by managing employees and training on best practices to ensure optimal productivity.
  • Identified and solved complex problems that impacted management and business direction.
  • Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
  • Reduced process lags by managing employees and training on best practices to ensure optimal productivity.

Graphic Designer

Polaris Press
Woodbridge, VA
07.2017 - 01.2019
  • Designed print layouts for Polaris Press books, brochures, and promotional materials.
  • Prepared press-ready files for offset and digital printing workflows.
  • Reviewed proofs for color, spacing, and layout accuracy.
  • Edited images and typography for clean page composition.
  • Organized design assets and source files for Polaris Press projects.
  • Developed graphics, logos and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and websites.
  • Designed print materials such as brochures, flyers and posters for marketing campaigns.
  • Edited photographs for use in digital media platforms including web banners and social media posts.
  • Designed new, on-brand visual elements focusing on concept and messaging.
  • Generated digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing.
  • Developed, designed, laid out and produced a variety of technical illustrations for brochures, banners, and signs.
  • Leveraged proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator to design email blasts, catalogs, posters, and other promotional materials.
  • Produced promotional displays, packaging and marketing collateral for retail environments.
  • Utilized typography, color, and layout to enhance visual communication and message clarity.

Graphic Designer / Prepress Technician / Print Production Management / Customer Service

Minuteman Press
Mountain View, CA
08.2015 - 12.2016
  • Designed print-ready artwork for Minuteman Press marketing materials and client projects.
  • Designed print materials such as brochures, flyers and posters for marketing campaigns.
  • Developed graphics, logos and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and websites.
  • Prepared business cards, brochures, flyers, and banners for production workflows.
  • Edited customer files using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
  • Reviewed proofs for layout, color accuracy, and print specifications.
  • Coordinated with production teams on file setup and press requirements.
  • Communicated with clients to gather branding needs and design revisions.
  • Managed multiple design requests across signs, labels, and promotional pieces.
  • Applied Minuteman Press branding standards to maintain consistent visual materials.
  • Submitted design ideas to plan projects with customers and managers.
  • Generated digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing.
  • Maintained a digital asset library, organizing graphics, photos, and artwork for easy access.
  • Utilized typography, color, and layout to enhance visual communication and message clarity.

Graphic Designer / Prepress Technician

WorlflowOne, LLC
Livermore, CA
04.2010 - 07.2015
  • Created layouts, templates, and press runs for digital, web, and sheet fed presses, ensuring compatibility with multi-level imposition software.
  • Produced plates for multiple presses, utilizing both film negative and computer to plate software to ensure high-quality print outputs.
  • Generated hard and soft proofs to ensure accuracy.
  • Preflighted customer supplied print files and fine tuned and color corrected.
  • Designed, reproduced, and edited multi-part business forms, secured documents, corporate checks, and prescription pads to meet client specifications.
  • Managed design files, templates, and version updates across projects.

Graphic Designer / Prepress Technician

A&M Printing, Inc
Pleasanton, CA
11.2006 - 01.2009
  • Created proofs for customer approval and laid out print runs for press while tracking customer jobs from start to finish.
  • Designed, laid out, and formatted graphic design pieces for print based on client requests.
  • Preflight customer supplied print files.
  • Prepped images and separated colors.
  • Fine tuned files for post script raster image processors.
  • Addressed and communicated issues to clients and customer service department.

Education

Computer Graphic Design (Certification (4.0)) - Computer Graphic Design

Silicon Valley College
Walnut Creek, CA
01.2001

Skills

  • Fleet operations management
  • Transportation logistics
  • Fleet management
  • Route optimization
  • Vehicle dispatch
  • Fleet scheduling
  • Driver monitoring
  • Maintenance tracking
  • Equipment inspection
  • Transport management
  • Google Docs
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Order entry systems
  • Payroll administration
  • Budget tracking
  • Budget control
  • Vendor coordination
  • Safety management
  • Policy development
  • Process improvement
  • Task coordination
  • Leadership
  • Team leadership
  • Supervision
  • Worker supervision
  • Staff recruitment
  • Decision making
  • Problem solving
  • Phone communication
  • Customer service
  • Communication
  • Schedule control
  • English proficiency
  • Transport management

Certification

  • Computer Graphic Specialist (GPA 4.0)
  • Computer Graphic Specialist

Additional Information

Management, Excellent phone and customer service skills, Fast paced environment experience, Ability to work independently, Ability to multi task, Letters of recommendation and portfolio available upon request.

Work Authorization

US work authorization

Timeline

Transportation Manager

KoKwel Casino
07.2023 - 10.2026

Volunteer Firefighter

Bandon Rural Fire
04.2021 - 07.2023

Retail Lumber Manager

Oregon Overseas Timber Co. Inc.
10.2020 - 07.2023

Print Production Manager / Coordinator

Alphagraphics
02.2019 - 01.2020

Graphic Designer / Prepress

Independent Contractor (W9)
10.2018 - 11.2020

Graphic Designer

Polaris Press
07.2017 - 01.2019

Graphic Designer / Prepress Technician / Print Production Management / Customer Service

Minuteman Press
08.2015 - 12.2016

Graphic Designer / Prepress Technician

WorlflowOne, LLC
04.2010 - 07.2015

Graphic Designer / Prepress Technician

A&M Printing, Inc
11.2006 - 01.2009

Computer Graphic Design (Certification (4.0)) - Computer Graphic Design

Silicon Valley College
Justin Kirchner