Matthew R. Yeager
Adrian,MI
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Trades Instructor
State Of Michigan Department Of Corrections
Adrian, Michigan
11.2014 - Current
- Managed the daily operations of a busy optical laboratory, including ordering and tracking inventory, scheduling staff and ensuring quality control.
- Coordinated production schedules to meet customer demands efficiently.
- Implemented safety protocols, and ensured compliance with policy and procedure.
- Created detailed reports regarding inventory, payroll, tools, toxic substances, caustics, and employee performance reviews. as needed.
- Resolved customer complaints in an efficient manner while adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Work closely with custody staff to ensure a safe working environment.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on laboratory equipment to guarantee optimal functioning at all times.
- Developed lesson plans for the Optical Theory Program, still in use today.
- Proficient in SIGMA, Global Shop, and COMS.
Optical Industries Supervisor
State Of Michigan Department Of Corrections
Adrian, Michigan
05.2005 - 11.2014
- Instruct inmate students on proper techniques for the fabrication of eyeglasses in accordance with ANSI standards.
- Scheduling and assigning inmate work staff based on their strengths, and customer demands.
- Prepare monthly, weekly, and annual reports (fire safety, sanitation, tools, toxic, and caustic).
- Operate and repair optical lab machinery.
- Work with vendors to acquire raw goods to produce a quality product.
- Conduct staff and inmate work evaluations.
- Maintain a safe work environment for all employees according to MiOSHA standards.
- Prepare inmate and civilian payroll.
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
Industries Production Leader
State Of Michigan Department Of Corrections
Jackson, Michigan
09.2001 - 05.2005
- Supervise and instruct inmates on the proper techniques in the fabrication of eyeglasses.
- Perform hands on instruction on surfacing , edging, assembling and inspection of eyeglasses.
- Daily inspection of quality control of all products leaving the facility.
- Prepare weekly, monthly, and annual reports.
- Conduct weekly shipments of eyeglasses.
- Operate and repair all optical lab equipment.
- Perform biannual evaluations of inmates.
- Maintain a safe working environment according to MiOSHA.
Lab Technician/Dispensing Optician
Walmart
Adrian, Michigan
04.2000 - 09.2001
- Operate in-house finishing lab, including edging, tinting, assembly, and inspection of eyeglasses.
- Fitting, dispensing, and adjusting of eyeglasses.
- Instruct patients on the proper care and handling of contact lenses.
Vision Center Manager
Walmart
Monroe, Michigan
06.1998 - 03.2000
- Supervise seven employees.
- Ordering raw goods to maintain a minimum level to keep up with customer demand.
- Perform a monthly inventory of raw goods.
- Selling, fitting, repairing, and dispensing of customer eyeglasses.
- Instruct customers on the proper handling and care of contact lenses.
- Perform staff annual evaluations and discipline.
Dispensing Optician
Walmart
West Mifflin, Pennsylvania
01.1997 - 06.1998
- Fitting, dispensing, and adjusting of eyeglasses.
- Instruct customers on the proper handling and care of contact lenses.
- Perform preliminary exam testing.
Dispensing Optician
Walmart
Adrian, Michigan
01.1995 - 01.1997
- Fitting, dispensing, and adjusting of eyeglasses.
- Instruct customers on the proper handling and care of contact lenses.
- Perform preliminary exam testing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Blissfield Community Schools
Blissfield, MI06-1991
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Monroe Community College
MonroeSkills
- Inventory management
- Quality control
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Curriculum development
- Customer relationship management
Timeline
Trades Instructor
State Of Michigan Department Of Corrections
11.2014 - Current
Optical Industries Supervisor
State Of Michigan Department Of Corrections
05.2005 - 11.2014
Industries Production Leader
State Of Michigan Department Of Corrections
09.2001 - 05.2005
Lab Technician/Dispensing Optician
Walmart
04.2000 - 09.2001
Vision Center Manager
Walmart
06.1998 - 03.2000
Dispensing Optician
Walmart
01.1997 - 06.1998
Dispensing Optician
Walmart
01.1995 - 01.1997
High School Diploma -
Blissfield Community Schools
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Monroe Community College
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