Kristofer Kliner
Fargo,ND
Summary
Dynamic Department Supervisor of over 5 years leading teams with a proven ability to build strong customer relationships, identify client needs, and consistently achieve sales goals. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge communication, negotiation, and problem-solving, with a customer-focused approach that drives revenue growth and long-term client satisfaction. Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for effectively addressing concerns. Eager to bring strong leadership and operational expertise to improve customer satisfaction with a commitment in achieving positive outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Sheet/Plate Supervisor
McNeil's Steel
01.2026 - Current
- Supervised daily operations and workflow of production department.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding work procedures, safety protocols, and assigned responsibilities.
- Resolved employee conflicts and promoted a positive work environment.
- Coordinated with other department supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and project alignment.
- Managed team of five employees, ensuring high productivity and quality standards were met.
- Assigned work and monitored performance of individual tasks providing feedback, continuously improving productivity.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated with adjacent department on material replenishment.
- Resolved sales concerns in regards to customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring satisfaction is met.
- Streamlined incoming material, enhancing sales and productivity.
Fabrication Lead
McNeil's Steel
Fargo, North Dakota
12.2020 - 01.2026
- Coordinates workflow between fabrication cells to optimize production efficiency.
- Reforms the development of fabrication processes, procedures, and quality control standards.
- Trains new employees on safety protocols and equipment operation.
- Assists in troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime and motivate productivity.
- Conducts regular inspections of equipment to maintain operational reliability.
- Collaborates with Sales and Programming to interpret prints for accurate fabrication.
- Uses daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
Infantry Platoon Sergeant(Retired)
ARNG
Crookston, Minnesota
09.2003 - 04.2025
- Received and implemented combat orders and directed deployment of personnel in offensive, defensive, and retrograde operations.
- Conducted assessments of soldiers' performance and readiness levels.
- Developed lesson plans on a variety of topics such as weapons proficiency, tactics, land navigation, first aid.
- Coordinated logistical support for the platoon including transportation, food service, medical evacuation.
- Ensured all assigned equipment was properly maintained and accounted for.
- Supervised the execution of tactical operations during field exercises and deployments.
Journeyman Lineman
Red River Valley Co-op
Halstad, Minnesota
06.2012 - 11.2019
- Performed installation, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground energized and de-energized power lines.
- Responded to emergency power outages and performed necessary repairs.
- Read and interpreted work orders, diagrams, and specifications to determine repair or installation requirements.
- Utilized GPS, multimeters, and mapping tools to locate and diagnose issues within the electrical distribution system.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Maintained records of work performed such as material used, labor hours utilized.
- Trained and mentored apprentice linemen, monitored bookwork, facilitated exams, and reported progress.
Infantry Rifleman
ARNG
Camp Fallujah, Iraq
10.2005 - 07.2007
- Engaged with the infantry company and executed the mission of locating and destroying the enemy by fire and maneuvers, and repelled assaults by fire and close combat.
- Operated successfully under wide range of lighting, weather and stress conditions to complete missions.
- Captured enemy troops, weaponry and equipment with small-group and large ground maneuvers.
- Provided protection for convoys, outposts, observation posts, and other designated personnel or facilities.
- Contributed to swift engagement and destruction of enemy ground forces during deployment.
Education
Military Education And Development -
Maneuver Senior Leader Course
Camp Ripley, MN04-2022
Military Education and Development -
Advanced Leader Course
Camp Ripley, MN04-2015
Military Education and Development -
Basic Leader Course
Camp Ashland, NE04-2013
Electrical Line Worker Technology -
MSTATE
Baudette, MN05-2012
High School Diploma -
Warren-Alvarado-Oslo
Warren, MN05-2005
Skills
- Time management
- Customer satisfaction
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Reliable and punctual
- Inventory management
- Quality control
- Performance evaluations
- Employee tracking
- Supervise refinement
- Process development
- Workflow coordination
- Production planning and support
- Professional demeanor
Certification
- First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification, McNeil's Steel, 2026
- Crane and Forklift Certification, McNeil's Steel, 2021
- ISO 9001:2015 Certification, McNeil's Steel, 2020
- OSHA 10/30, Red River Valley Co-op, 2016
- Journeyman Lineman Certificate, Red River Valley Co-op, 2015
- First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification, Red River Valley Co-op, 2012
Timeline
Sheet/Plate Supervisor
McNeil's Steel
01.2026 - Current
Fabrication Lead
McNeil's Steel
12.2020 - 01.2026
Journeyman Lineman
Red River Valley Co-op
06.2012 - 11.2019
Infantry Rifleman
ARNG
10.2005 - 07.2007
Infantry Platoon Sergeant(Retired)
ARNG
09.2003 - 04.2025
Military Education And Development -
Maneuver Senior Leader Course
Military Education and Development -
Advanced Leader Course
Military Education and Development -
Basic Leader Course
Electrical Line Worker Technology -
MSTATE
High School Diploma -
Warren-Alvarado-Oslo