Michael Amaral

Owner/Manager

Amaral Dairy Farms

08.2013 - 06.2023

Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
Expanded product offerings by researching market trends and identifying potential growth opportunities.
Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decisionmaking.
Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
Diversified revenue streams by exploring new markets and developing innovative products or services tailored to those markets'' needs.
Proactively identified areas of risk within the organization implemented necessary safeguards mitigating any potential negative impact on the business.
Fostered an environment promoting continuous improvement empowering employees to identify opportunities for enhancing operational efficiency.
Ensured regulatory compliance by staying abreast of industry-related changes and implementing necessary policies or procedures as needed.
Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
Established, optimized and enforced business policies to maintain consistency across industry operations.
Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
Adhered to regulatory and policy changes and made necessary adjustments to maintain overall success.
Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
Assessed damaged materials and notified maintenance personnel of needed repairs.
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
Enhanced production efficiency by setting up, adjusting, and operating various machines according to specifications.
Improved workplace safety by performing routine maintenance on machinery and ensuring all equipment was in proper working order.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.
Optimized tooling performance through regular inspection, cleaning, sharpening or replacing worn tools as needed.
Performed preventative maintenance on machines regularly to minimize downtime due to breakdowns or malfunctions.
Collaborated with quality assurance team to resolve discrepancies and implement corrective actions for non-conforming parts.
Demonstrated flexibility in working with various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites, to produce high-quality machined components.
Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
Enhanced productivity by implementing efficient welding techniques and processes.
Reduced material waste for improved cost savings with precise fabrication measurements.
Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
Enhanced weld quality by utilizing MIG welding techniques for various metal types and thicknesses.
Increased production efficiency by maintaining welding equipment and ensuring proper calibration.
Enhanced worksite safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and routine maintenance.
Increased productivity by operating heavy machinery such as backhoes, bulldozers, and excavators for various construction projects.
Improved job site efficiency by skillfully operating heavy machinery for various construction projects.
Reduced project completion time by maintaining and repairing heavy equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Improved farm productivity by operating and maintaining various types of farm equipment, including tractors, cultivators, and irrigation systems.
Assisted in crop production by performing tasks such as planting, cultivating, and harvesting using specialized machinery.
Enhanced project efficiency by operating heavy construction equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, and loaders.
Reduced construction time by effectively handling multiple tasks including digging trenches, grading terrain, and transporting materials.
Increased efficiency by collaborating with team members to install, assemble and repair piping systems in various construction projects.
Enhanced safety by conducting regular inspections of tools and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality.
Improved workflow with efficient pipe system modifications, including cutting, threading, welding, and soldering components as needed.
Contributed to successful project outcomes by working closely with plumbers, steamfitters, and welders on diverse job sites.

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