Kenneth Engle
Ballston Spa,New York
Summary
Results-driven professional with a strong background in problem identification and analytical thinking. Proven ability to streamline processes and enhance team performance through creative solutions and effective training.
Dynamic corporate trainer experienced in developing tailored training programs. Skilled in staff education and performance analysis, ensuring effective onboarding and operational efficiency. Committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Problem Solver
Target Corporation
2018.07 - 2024.08
- One of the three pioneers of this role. Defining all guidelines, and writing all the best practice, and process of this new position.
- Streamlined processes by implementing best practices, resulting in increased efficiency across departments.
- Analyzed operational challenges to develop effective solutions enhancing team performance.
- Collaborated with management to identify trends and address root causes of recurring issues.
- Defined problem to identify, prioritize and select alternatives.
- Employed various tools and equipment to find solutions to difficult or complex issues.
- Researched and extracted data to complete tasks.
Inventory Management Clerk
Target Corporation
2010.04 - 2018.08
- Managed inventory levels using Target's inventory management system to ensure product availability.
- Conducted regular audit checks to maintain accuracy in inventory records and minimize discrepancies.
- Led initiatives to improve stock rotation practices, reducing waste from expired products.
- Reduced stock discrepancies with diligent record-keeping and thorough investigations of variances.
- ICQA project leader, of one!
Corporate Trainer
Target Corporation
2000.04 - 2018.08
- Traveled to many Target Distribution Centers across the United States. This role had several goals such as onboarding new team members, (DC start-ups) to training operational managers on the most efficient and current process's.
- Developed and delivered engaging training programs tailored to employee and employer needs. Several CDMs.
- Assessed learning outcomes through performance evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Conducted evaluations and observed employee performance to identify areas of needed improvement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Amsterdam High School
Amsterdam, NYNo Degree - Business Management
Fulton-Montgomery Community College
Fulton, NYSkills
- Problem identification
- Logical reasoning
- Creative solutions
- Innovative thinking
- Time management
- Issue troubleshooting
- Decision-making
- Analytical thinking
- Risk assessment
- Root-cause analysis
- Staff education and training
- Quality assurance controls
Accomplishments
- Supervised group of up 35 team members. However this number changed often during a shift, due to productivity expectations in other departments.
Timeline
Problem Solver
Target Corporation
2018.07 - 2024.08
Inventory Management Clerk
Target Corporation
2010.04 - 2018.08
Corporate Trainer
Target Corporation
2000.04 - 2018.08
High School Diploma -
Amsterdam High School
No Degree - Business Management
Fulton-Montgomery Community College