Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Certification
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Mark Arend VanderBilt

Lowell,Mi

Summary

Dedicated professional seeking an opportunity with an organization that values continuous learning and supports functional excellence. Committed to achieving maximum job satisfaction and career growth, consistently demonstrates proficiency and excel at multitasking. Known for being dependable, mature, and caring, Established positive relationships with colleagues. With a positive attitude and a drive to acquire new skills, embraces the opportunity to continuously improve in all aspects of life.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Zone Leader

Steelcase
01.2012 - Current
  • Distribution
  • Manufacturing
  • Leveraged data-driven insights to make informed decisions regarding staffing needs, budget allocations, and resource planning.
  • Developed and executed comprehensive training programs for continuous skill enhancement of staff.
  • Optimized resource allocation for improved operational efficiency and cost reduction.
  • Met and exceeded cost savings goal of 50,000 dollars in manufacturing.

Loader and Licensed Forklift Operator

Steelcase
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Load Coordinating
  • Expediting
  • Training
  • Material Handling
  • Team Leadership
  • Mentoring
  • Contributed to overall warehouse operations by assisting with various tasks as needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Lifted and stacked packages weighing up to 200 pounds on in trailers
  • Collaborated with team members, resulting in increased productivity and timely deliveries.

Lead Trainer and Licensed Forklift Operator

Penske Truck Loading
01.2010 - 01.2012

Trained employees and consulted with host company during a transition period.

  • Facilitated learning through classroom instruction, on-the-job coaching and virtual training for 10 employees.

Camp Counselor and Athletic Youth Director

Wesley Woods Church Camp
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Mentored youth at summer camp for 10 years and facilitated outdoor activities.

Loader and Licensed Forklift Operator

Grand Rapids Truck Loading
01.1995 - 01.2010
  • Loaded and unloaded pallets quickly and safely, managing workload priorities.
  • Contributed to overall warehouse operations by assisting with various tasks as needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Lifted and stacked packages weighing up to 200 pounds in trailers.
  • Collaborated with team members, resulting in increased productivity and timely deliveries.

Education

Master of Science - Communications

Grand Valley State University
Grand Rapids, MI
04.2024

Bachelor of Arts - English, Elementary Education

Grand Valley State University
Grand Rapids, MI
12.2008

Associates of Arts - General Education

Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI
04.2004

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Certified DDI Facilitator
  • Training
  • Team management
  • Hi/Lo Experience
  • Training Procedures
  • Safety
  • Quality
  • Cost Effectiveness
  • Zone Leader
  • SAP
  • Logistics
  • Staff development
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Customer focus
  • Motivational leadership

References

  • Judith Silvis, Retired Teacher, 230 N. Jefferson, Lowell, MI, 49331, 616-897-7216
  • Tracey Carpenter, Teacher, 2556 Jacor PL NE, Belmont, MI, 616-240-9881
  • Scott Burnett, SBURNET2@steelcase.com, 616-648-9544

Certification

DDI Facilitator

Forklift License

Timeline

Zone Leader

Steelcase
01.2012 - Current

Loader and Licensed Forklift Operator

Steelcase
01.2012 - 01.2013

Lead Trainer and Licensed Forklift Operator

Penske Truck Loading
01.2010 - 01.2012

Camp Counselor and Athletic Youth Director

Wesley Woods Church Camp
01.2008 - 01.2010

Loader and Licensed Forklift Operator

Grand Rapids Truck Loading
01.1995 - 01.2010

DDI Facilitator

Forklift License

Master of Science - Communications

Grand Valley State University

Bachelor of Arts - English, Elementary Education

Grand Valley State University

Associates of Arts - General Education

Grand Rapids Community College
Mark Arend VanderBilt