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Klint Strong

Rawlins,WY

Summary

Dynamic leader with proven expertise in operations management and team leadership, honed at Union Pacific Railroad. Excelled in driving a 2-year human factor incident-free record through effective mentoring and robust safety practices. Skilled in budget control and cross-functional teamwork, achieving optimal operational efficiency and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement.

Results-driven management professional with proven ability to lead teams to success. Strong focus on team collaboration, operational efficiency, and achieving measurable outcomes. Adept at strategic planning, process improvement, and fostering culture of accountability and excellence. Known for adaptability and consistently meeting changing organizational needs.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager 1 Train Operations

Union Pacific Railroad
05.2010 - Current
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
  • Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
  • Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
  • Organized professional development programs for staff, leading to improved performance and skill sets.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.

Manager of Operating Practices

Union Pacific Railroad
04.2005 - 04.2010

Education

High School Diploma -

Green River High
Green River, WY
05-1992

Skills

  • Team Leadership: lead and manage over 200 employees to achieve a safe and efficient operation
  • Time Management: Daily requirements of conference calls, meetings, customer deadlines, and employee engagement
  • Verbal and written communication: Mentoring and verbal coaching employees to achieve 2 years human factor incident free Efficient in powerpoint, word, excel, teams, and many other computer programs
  • Operations Management: Manage 132 miles of double main track, multiple customer, and yard tracks to maintain a safe and efficient operation
  • Cross-Functional Teamwork: work with the multiple departments so we all achieve our goals
  • Budget Control: manage ordering supplies and spending to maintain and achieve operating ratio

Timeline

Manager 1 Train Operations

Union Pacific Railroad
05.2010 - Current

Manager of Operating Practices

Union Pacific Railroad
04.2005 - 04.2010

High School Diploma -

Green River High
Klint Strong