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Katherine McLaughlin

Annapolis,MD

Summary

Results-driven Operations Manager with extensive experience in customer service and staff training. Expert in problem-solving and relationship building, leading to improved operational workflows and reduced customer complaints.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Manager

Giant Food
Fairfax, VA
12.2025 - 07.2026

Responsibilities included:

  • Manage daily front-end functions
  • file maintenance
  • cash handling
  • asset protection
  • Giant Pickup services
  • Developed and executed staff scheduling processes, optimizing coverage during peak hours.
  • Resolved customer complaints while prioritizing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Reduced customer complaints, proactively addressing issues and implementing effective solutions.

Operations Manager

Minnicks Inc
Laurel, MD
02.2016 - 10.2023
  • I started as customer service Representative then promoted to Customer Service/ Dispatch manager followed by a promotion to Operations Manager
  • Responsible for 6 CSRs, 11 service technicians, 5 install teams and 3 sales associates
  • Streamlined operational workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce delays for daily installations, service calls and sales appointments
  • Responsible for training all staff on the new CRM implemented for office and field staff
  • Responsible for KPI tracking for office staff as well as service and install
  • Managed the dispatch schedule for install and service - up to 30 appointments a day
  • Created an atmosphere of accountability and encouraged each employee to be responsible for their own individual goals and company standards

Customer Service Coordinator

Pella Windows and Doors
Laurel, MD
01.2014 - 02.2016
  • Managed customer inquiries and resolved issues through effective communication and problem-solving techniques.
  • Coordinated scheduling and logistics for product installations to ensure timely service delivery.
  • Developed training materials and conducted sessions to enhance team knowledge on products and services.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined customer feedback collection, enhancing service quality.

Education

Associate of Science - Psychology

The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD
06-2013

Skills

  • Customer service
  • KPI tracking
  • Problem-solving
  • Decision-making
  • Microsoft Office
  • Customer focused
  • Relationship building
  • Exceptional telephone etiquette
  • Administrative support
  • Staff management

Timeline

Customer Service Manager

Giant Food
12.2025 - 07.2026

Operations Manager

Minnicks Inc
02.2016 - 10.2023

Customer Service Coordinator

Pella Windows and Doors
01.2014 - 02.2016

Associate of Science - Psychology

The Community College of Baltimore County