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Michael Doane

Kalamazoo,MI

Summary

I am a very hands-on, hard-working employee with a wide range of experience. My work history shows that I am a natural leader who works well with others. I have 10+ years of management experience in the restaurant and retail industries. I am adaptable and am a transformational leader who can also be successful working independently. able I am willing and eager to bring my range of experience and proven success to your business.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Lead

Edwards Garment
Kalamazoo, MI
03.2021 - Current
  • Led and complied with safety and wellbeing efforts on assigned shift.
  • Ensured accuracy of inventory records and maintained accurate stock levels in the warehouse.
  • Cooperated with other departments throughout organization when needed in order to achieve desired results.
  • Scanned products to provide accurate tracking within warehouse management system.
  • Able to achieve 100% same-day shipping throughout 2023 while serving as the 2nd shift Distribution Lead.
  • Packed products into designated boxes, taking care to protect items from damage or shifting during transport.
  • Placed products on conveyors for final wrapping and shipment.
  • Issued supplies, materials and products to team members based on information from requisitions.
  • Unloaded incoming products off trucks, sorted items in staging area and transported items to final storage locations.

Machine Operator

VDI Manufacturing
Kalamazoo, MI
04.2020 - 03.2021
  • Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
  • Collected and mixed appropriate resin material for each product.
  • Began training as shift supervisor: changing molds, loading/unloading trucks, etc...

Irrigation Technician

West Michigan Lawn Services
Kalamazoo, MI
04.2019 - 03.2020
  • Provided in-depth irrigation system demonstrations so that customers were aware of all features.
  • Verified proper installation of irrigation systems for residential and commercial customers.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.

Foreman

Sanderson & DeHaan Irrigation
Portage, MI
04.2018 - 03.2019
  • Lead small teams of 3-5 crew members in installation of irrigation systems for domestic and commercial customers.
  • Upheld schedule requirements and quality demands with hands-on project supervision.
  • Communicated positively with employees, demonstrating high company standards and mitigated issues immediately.
  • Diagnosed and corrected malfunctions with equipment and machinery.
  • Planned and delegated work to meet planned project and production goals.

Night Store Director

Meijer
Portage, MI
10.2011 - 10.2016
  • While being responsible for a large retail giant, main goal was to oversee the replenishment of shelves in the grocery and general merchandise sides of the store.
  • Fostered healthy team environments to promote collaboration and boost productivity.
  • Assessed, optimized and elevated operations to target current and expected demands.
  • Met and exceeded P&L requirements regularly.
  • Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
  • Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development.

General Manager

IHOP Restaurants LLC
Portage, MI
02.2004 - 10.2011
  • Directed safety operations and maintained clean work environment to adhere to FDA and OSHA requirements.
  • Prepared strategic and annual forecasts and budgets, analyzed variances and implemented corrective actions to increase average meal checks and customer visits.
  • Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs by establishing portion control and quality standards.
  • Upheld restaurant standards for food and beverage quality, team member engagement, financial goals, standard operating procedures and guest experiences.
  • Performed accurate weekly inventories of supplies and equipment, including food, beverage, glassware and utensils.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Indiana University South Bend
South Bend, IN
05.2009

High School Diploma -

LaLumiere School
La Porte, IN
05.2004

Skills

  • Scheduling flexibility
  • Modifications and adjustments
  • Performance Management
  • Loading and unloading protocols
  • Power and hand tools
  • Order picking
  • Supervision and training
  • Policy/program development
  • Project management
  • Customer relationship management
  • Training and coaching
  • Leadership and team building
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Recruiting and hiring
  • Safety protocol
  • Advertising and marketing

Accomplishments

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Major in Political Science
  • Minor in US History
  • Can speak Spanish communicatively
  • Leadership - Served as key contributing member to Leadership team.
  • Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Promoted from Grocery Stocking Team Leader to Night Store Director in less than 12 months.
  • Promoted from Machine Operator to Shift Supervisor in Training in less than 12 months.
  • Promoted once yearly at Edwards Garment Co.

Timeline

Warehouse Lead

Edwards Garment
03.2021 - Current

Machine Operator

VDI Manufacturing
04.2020 - 03.2021

Irrigation Technician

West Michigan Lawn Services
04.2019 - 03.2020

Foreman

Sanderson & DeHaan Irrigation
04.2018 - 03.2019

Night Store Director

Meijer
10.2011 - 10.2016

General Manager

IHOP Restaurants LLC
02.2004 - 10.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Indiana University South Bend

High School Diploma -

LaLumiere School
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