Kevin Maliepaard
Manteca,CA
Summary
Safety-focused operations and team leadership professional with 15+ years of experience in manufacturing, agriculture, retail, quality control, equipment operation, chemical handling, and regulated environments. Skilled in safety compliance, hazard identification, employee training, inspections, PPE enforcement, quality control, and production coordination. Proven ability to lead teams, reduce workplace risks, and maintain safe and efficient operations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Firearms Sales Associate / Safety Manager
Bass Pro Shops
2024.01 - 2026.01
- Delivered firearm safety training to customers and employees, enhancing awareness and compliance.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and firearm transfer requirements.
- Maintained comprehensive sales and regulatory records, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Inspected sales areas and identified hazards to promote safe operations and minimize risks.
Assembly Line Lead
Tesla
2022.01 - 2024.01
- Led assembly line employees while maintaining safety, quality, and production standards.
- Conducted safety briefings and trained employees on procedures, equipment, and quality requirements to ensure compliance and enhance team readiness.
- Coordinated staffing and workflow to optimize productivity while minimizing safety risks.
- Conducted inspections and collaborated with teams to address production, quality, and safety concerns, improving overall operational integrity.
Merchandiser / Quality Control
Altman Plants
2016.01 - 2017.01
- Inspected merchandise and displays to identify quality concerns, damaged products, and safety hazards, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- Removed defective or unsafe merchandise to support quality standards and customer satisfaction.
- Reported issues affecting product quality, employee safety, or operational efficiency.
- Assisted with product placement, stocking, inventory replenishment, and display audits to optimize store layout and enhance customer experience.
- Maintained clean, organized, and hazard-free retail areas.
- Maintained compliance with company procedures and quality standards, fostering a safe and organized retail environment.
Equipment Operator / Chemical Handler / Team Lead
Travail & Phippen Almond Farming Company
2010.01 - 2014.01
- Handled and applied agricultural chemicals in compliance with safety, environmental, and PPE requirements, ensuring a safe work environment.
- Trained employees on chemical handling, safe work practices, quality standards, and workplace procedures.
- Safely handled and applied agricultural chemicals according to safety, environmental, and PPE requirements.
- Inspected and operated heavy equipment while focusing on hazard prevention.
- Identified workplace hazards and served as a Safety and Quality Team representative.
- Facilitated team-building activities to enhance collaboration and accountability among team members.
Education
High School Diploma -
Turlock High School
ESD Training -
Tesla
Certified Gun Safety Trainer -
Bass Pro
Certified Gun Instructor -
Department Of Justice
Skills
- Workplace Safety Compliance
- Hazard Identification
- Risk Assessment
- Safety Training and Coaching
- Incident Prevention
- PPE Compliance
- Team Leadership
- Quality Control
- Equipment Operation
- Chemical Handling
- Production Coordination
- Workplace Organization
Timeline
Firearms Sales Associate / Safety Manager
Bass Pro Shops
2024.01 - 2026.01
Assembly Line Lead
Tesla
2022.01 - 2024.01
Merchandiser / Quality Control
Altman Plants
2016.01 - 2017.01
Equipment Operator / Chemical Handler / Team Lead
Travail & Phippen Almond Farming Company
2010.01 - 2014.01
High School Diploma -
Turlock High School
ESD Training -
Tesla
Certified Gun Safety Trainer -
Bass Pro
Certified Gun Instructor -
Department Of Justice