Kevin Heroff
Woodbury,MN
Summary
Experienced operations leader with strengths in staff supervision, workplace safety, and schedule management. Known for improving efficiency, controlling costs, and supporting smooth daily operations across retail, warehouse, and facility environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Meat Manager
Hy-Vee
Oakdale, Minnesota
12.2024 - Current
- Assisted Hy-Vee meat department with daily cutting, trimming, and packaging tasks.
- Stocked refrigerated cases with fresh beef, pork, poultry, and seafood products.
- Rotated inventory to maintain freshness and support Hy-Vee food safety standards.
- Monitored product dates and removed unsellable items from display cases.
- Supported meat department ordering, receiving, and backroom organization.
- Greeted Hy-Vee customers and answered questions about cuts and preparation.
- Maintained clean work areas, equipment, and sanitation surfaces.
- Helped train team members on meat case presentation and department procedures.
- Packed display case with meat and poultry products, checking price tags for accuracy.
- Implemented health and food safety protocols for sales and production environments.
Site Operations Manager
Vivacity
Saint Paul, Minnesota
05.2022 - 12.2024
- Managed daily site operations across Vivacity community facilities.
- Coordinated maintenance teams and contractor schedules for Vivacity locations.
- Monitored safety checks and compliance records at site level.
- Supervised opening and closing procedures for Vivacity properties.
- Resolved tenant and visitor concerns with prompt service.
- Maintained site logs, reports, and operational documentation.
- Directed inventory control for supplies, equipment, and facilities needs.
- Trained staff on site procedures, service standards, and safety rules.
- Evaluated performance of staff members, providing feedback and taking corrective action when necessary.
- Ensured adherence to company policies and procedures by all personnel onsite.
- Scheduled regular meetings with team members in order to discuss progress towards goals and objectives.
- Trained new employees on proper use of equipment, safety protocols, and job duties.
- Reviewed work orders for accuracy prior to submission for approval or processing.
- Supervised maintenance staff during emergency repairs or other urgent situations.
- Assisted with developing budgets for upcoming projects or initiatives.
- Participated in meetings with vendors, suppliers regarding supply contracts, agreements.
- Maintained records of all equipment used in operations including calibration logs and repair histories.
- Managed day-to-day activities related to the smooth functioning of the site operations.
- Ensured that all personnel adhered to established safety guidelines at all times.
- Developed and implemented strategies for efficient resource utilization.
- Facilitated communication between upper management and frontline staff members.
- Created detailed reports regarding daily operational activities for management review.
- Provided technical guidance to staff in order to maximize efficiency of operations.
Operations Supervisor
Vivacity
Saint Paul, Minnesota
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Supervised Vivacity operations teams across daily workflow and service priorities.
- Coordinated staff schedules, coverage, and task assignments for Vivacity sites.
- Trained employees on procedures, safety practices, and quality standards.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies for Vivacity operations.
- Reviewed reports and logs to verify compliance and service consistency.
- Resolved escalated issues and supported frontline staff during busy shifts.
- Enforced safety rules and workplace policies across Vivacity facilities.
- Led process improvements to streamline workflows and reduce operational delays.
Warehouse Lead
Vivacity
Saint Paul, Minnesota
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Led Vivacity warehouse receiving, staging, and putaway workflows.
- Coordinated pick, pack, and ship tasks across daily operations.
- Trained associates on safety rules and warehouse procedures.
- Monitored inventory accuracy and resolved stock location issues.
- Inspected orders for quality before shipment release.
- Directed forklift and pallet jack use in busy dock areas.
Union Ironworker
Local 512
Minneapolis, Minnesota
06.2005 - 06.2020
- Supported beam, column, and bracing installation with hoists and rigging gear.
- Assisted with bolting and torqueing structural connections to blueprint specifications.
- Helped cut, fit, and weld metal parts during field assembly.
- Checked work areas for hazards and followed union safety procedures.
- Followed safety protocols when operating heavy machinery such as cranes or forklifts.
Education
Associate of Science - Ironwork
St.Paul College
Saint Paul, MN05-2008
Skills
- Merchandising strategies
- Workplace safety
- Cost control
- Employee development
- Staff leadership
- Merchandising management
- Schedule management
- Employee scheduling
- Budget administration
- Managing operations and efficiency
- Talent acquisition
- Professionalism
Timeline
Assistant Meat Manager
Hy-Vee
12.2024 - Current
Site Operations Manager
Vivacity
05.2022 - 12.2024
Operations Supervisor
Vivacity
05.2021 - 05.2022
Warehouse Lead
Vivacity
08.2020 - 05.2021
Union Ironworker
Local 512
06.2005 - 06.2020
Associate of Science - Ironwork
St.Paul College