Michael Ropp
Enon,OH
Summary
Accomplished Operations Manager and Sergeant First Class with a proven track record in logistics and team leadership, notably with the United States Army and Woodruff Enterprises. Excelled in enhancing operational efficiency and team collaboration, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving and organizational skills. Achieved significant improvements in performance outcomes and supply chain management, underscoring a commitment to professionalism and attention to detail.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Sergeant First Class, Training & Logistics
United States Army
Ohio, Kansas, Iraq, Afghanistan, Kuwait
04.2002 - 06.2024
- Logistics Task Force (LTF) Non Commissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC) in Kuwait; overseeing supplies logistics to 4 different countries.
- Camp Mayor in Iraq; responsible for the Compound logistics and operations.
- Suicide Risk Reduction Coordinator; responsible for developing and implementing training programs for over 1,000 Soldiers.
- Operations & Training Non Commissioned Officer for a Unit of over 100 Soldiers.
- Continually put into varying positions of Leadership in both State-Side and Combat situations; ranging from small teams to platoon size elements.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing data analysis findings, informing key decision-makers of important trends and patterns.
Operations Manager
Woodruff Enterprises
Springfield, OH
03.2009 - 08.2014
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Handled staff training initiatives aimed at upskilling the workforce to meet dynamic industry demands.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
Education
Army Certification -
Senior Leader Course
Ft. Knox, KY09-2019
Army Certification -
Advanced Leader Course
Ft. Dix, NJ05-2015
Army Certification -
Basic Leader Course, United States Army
Ft. McCoy, WI01-2005
High School Diploma -
West Liberty Salem High School
West Liberty06-2000
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Fast learner
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Operations Manager
Woodruff Enterprises
03.2009 - 08.2014
Sergeant First Class, Training & Logistics
United States Army
04.2002 - 06.2024
Army Certification -
Senior Leader Course
Army Certification -
Advanced Leader Course
Army Certification -
Basic Leader Course, United States Army
High School Diploma -
West Liberty Salem High School