Matthew Koetter
Savage
Summary
Dedicated to continuous improvement and growth in shipping operations. Always looking for ways to make processes better, help the team be more productive or reduce costs. Good multitasker with strong organizational and conflict management skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping Lead
Advanced Exhaust Solutions
Lakeville, MN
02.2025 - Current
- Oversaw shipping operations, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Coordinated with logistics to enhance transportation efficiency and support timely deliveries.
- Streamlined shipping operations, increasing team productivity and minimizing costs.
- Expedited urgent orders to ensure customer deadlines were met while maintaining accuracy and quality.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices in shipping procedures.
- Supported junior staff development through hands-on training and feedback., fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged professional growth.
- Managed inventory levels, maintaining optimal stock for production needs.
- Reviewed and verified incoming shipments with associated records before transmitting to the appropriate department.
Weld Lead
Advanced Exhaust Solutions
Lakeville, MN
07.2023 - 01.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
Welder
Virnig Manufacturing
06.2018 - 11.2022
- Set up, operate and maintain MIG welding equipment to build products that meet or exceed quality standards
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques to ensure product quality.
- Executed welding techniques in various positions to ensure structural integrity of components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute precise welds on various projects.
- Prepared, kitted, and tacked parts and equipment for robotic welders to ensure efficient welding operations.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance to enhance reliability and reduce potential downtime.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds to maintain compliance with quality guidelines.
Dry Dock Loader
Henry Foods
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Hand-loaded products into semi-trucks, ensuring uniform stacking for safe transport
- Picked and staged oversized products for efficient manual loading
- Staged semi-trucks to facilitate timely deliveries for drivers
Education
Vocational Degree - Welding Technology
Alexandria Technical & Community College
Alexandria, MN06-2018
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Logistics coordination
- Logistics documentation
- Inventory management
- Load planning
- Process improvement
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Strong Work Ethic
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
Forklift license
Crane license
Timeline
Shipping Lead
Advanced Exhaust Solutions
02.2025 - Current
Weld Lead
Advanced Exhaust Solutions
07.2023 - 01.2025
Welder
Virnig Manufacturing
06.2018 - 11.2022
Dry Dock Loader
Henry Foods
06.2018 - 06.2019
Vocational Degree - Welding Technology
Alexandria Technical & Community College