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Patrick West

Training Specialist
Fridley,MN

Summary

Highly Experienced Training Specialist excited to develop successful training plans that meet dynamic company and employee needs. Accustomed to collaborating with cross-functional managers to hone in on unique requirements. Prepared to bring my communication, organizational, and technical abilities developed over a 25-year career to a growth-oriented role.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Training Specialist

Target
Fridley, MN
11.2021 - Current
  • Conducted 70+ orientation sessions for all levels of distribution from warehouse worker to Senior management.
  • Onboarded 1000+ new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
  • Developed training handbooks, facilitator guides and reference materials.
  • Developed Safety-focused Job Instruction documents for specific routines following company guidelines and protocols
  • Documented participation, conducted check-ins, and tracked progress throughout the onboarding process.
  • Coordinated training schedules across departments with managers, leads and trainers to optimize training initiatives and work-flow management.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to employees in all areas of distribution.

ICQA Problem Solver

Target
Fridley, MN
01.2020 - 10.2021
  • Conducted periodical cycle counts, various inventory audits, and inventory shortage mitigation routines.
  • Monitored inventory accuracy and movement using manual and computerized inventory systems.
  • Communicated with management cross-functional departments about potential inventory risks to fulfill orders on time.
  • Developed inventory improvement plans and inventory control procedures following best company practices.
  • Created ALL supporting documentation for ICQA procedures, data capture forms, logbooks and inventory audits.
  • Created a web-based quality audit tracking form to identify knowledge gaps, provide direct feedback and track results.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics

University of Minesota, Minneapolis, MN
09.2010 - 05.2014

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Minneapolis Community And Technical College, Minneapolis, MN
01.2007 - 05.2010
  • Dean's List All Semesters
  • Honor Roll All Semesters
  • 4.0 GPA
  • summa cum laude graduate

Skills

Online training experience

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Certification

Certified on All types of Distribution Center Powered Equipment

Timeline

Training Specialist - Target
11.2021 - Current
ICQA Problem Solver - Target
01.2020 - 10.2021
University of Minesota - Bachelor of Arts, Mathematics
09.2010 - 05.2014
Minneapolis Community And Technical College - Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts And General Studies
01.2007 - 05.2010

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