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Matthew Schleuning

Joplin,MO

Summary

Highly motivated professional with several years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.

Experienced business leader with demonstrated strategic planning, problem-solving and team-building abilities. Successful at bringing in and training staff to handle customer and business needs. Motivational, diplomatic and respectful of people from different backgrounds.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Manager

Rhett's Delivery Service
Joplin, MO
11.2020 - 02.2024
  • Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
  • Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Developed policies and procedures for the organization.
  • Provided direction and guidance to employees.
  • Monitored performance of personnel against goals set forth by the company.
  • Conducted performance reviews for employees on a regular basis.
  • Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
  • Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
  • Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
  • Hired and trained new department managers to increase team oversight and productivity.
  • Determined pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
  • Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
  • Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
  • Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
  • Implemented new technologies to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve customer service.
  • Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
  • Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
  • Conducted quality, timely performance feedback and performance appraisals.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.

Maintenance Technician

Butterball
Carthage , MO
02.2020 - 10.2020
  • Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
  • Conducted electrical repairs on motors, lighting systems, and other related components.
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
  • Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
  • Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
  • Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
  • Provided technical support to production staff for machine troubleshooting needs.
  • Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
  • Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
  • Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
  • Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
  • Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.

Maintenance Technician

Jasper Products
Joplin, MO
08.2019 - 09.2020
  • Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
  • Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
  • Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
  • Conducted regular safety checks to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
  • Provided technical support to production staff for machine troubleshooting needs.
  • Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
  • Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
  • Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
  • Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
  • Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
  • Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
  • Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
  • Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
  • Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
  • Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
  • Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.

Millwright

union Local 1529
Kansas city, MO
12.2016 - 08.2019
  • Inspected and tested all machinery components to ensure proper functionality.
  • Replaced faulty parts such as bearings, gears, and shafts in a timely manner.
  • Installed new equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Assembled industrial machines using appropriate tools and techniques.
  • Aligned motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors and other mechanical systems.
  • Repaired broken or worn parts by welding, grinding, machining or fabricating replacement parts as needed.
  • Reassembled machines after repair work was completed.
  • Calibrated instruments such as pressure gauges and thermometers for accuracy of readings.
  • Fabricated spare parts from raw materials such as steel bars or plates.
  • Ensured safety regulations were followed while performing tasks.
  • Monitored the operation of machinery during production runs.
  • Ran tests on newly installed machines to verify their optimal functioning.
  • Removed old equipment from facilities in an efficient manner.
  • Disassembled defective machines for further inspection and repairs.
  • Repaired and lubricated machines and equipment and assembled and installed equipment using hand tools and power tools.
  • Moved machinery and equipment weighing over 20,000 pounds using hoists, dollies, rollers and trucks.
  • Maintained clean and environmentally safe work area.
  • Signaled crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate and aligned unit to centerline.
  • Dismantled machines, categorized parts by carefully documenting components and moved equipment into storage.
  • Read blueprints and sketches to fabricate equipment, make modifications and establish work procedures.

Education

High School Diploma -

Galena City Schools
Galena, KS
05-2012

Skills

  • KPI Management
  • Labor Relations
  • Administrative Oversight
  • Business Management
  • Talent Development
  • Client Service
  • Staff Management
  • Staff hiring
  • Business Planning

Timeline

Owner/Manager

Rhett's Delivery Service
11.2020 - 02.2024

Maintenance Technician

Butterball
02.2020 - 10.2020

Maintenance Technician

Jasper Products
08.2019 - 09.2020

Millwright

union Local 1529
12.2016 - 08.2019

High School Diploma -

Galena City Schools
Matthew Schleuning