Paul Belue
Saint Louis,MO
Summary
Dynamic Facilities Manager with a proven track record at MADE Makerspace, excelling in equipment installations and building maintenance. Skilled in system inspections and grounds management, I effectively responded to emergencies and enhanced facility safety. A collaborative leader, I fostered teamwork while ensuring operational excellence and a clean, presentable environment for all occupants.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Manager
MADE Makerspace
11.2018 - 02.2025
- Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
- Accounted for building usage and organizational needs when planning maintenance activities.
- Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs.
- Investigated problems and determined appropriate remedies.
- Handled cleaning services in workspace areas to keep facility clean and presentable for occupants.
- Conducted inspections of facility grounds, external structure, systems and equipment.
Instructor
MADE Makerspace
11.2018 - 02.2025
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
- Created and developed lesson plans to help members reach their goals.
- Specialized in woodworking, CNC milling and machining, metalworking, 3D printing, vacuum forming, Powder Coating, laser engraving, and software support/graphic design applications of which I was the sole instructor for several areas for the entirety of my employment.
Waterjet Operator
Sunnen Manufacturing
08.2018 - 10.2018
- Made timely adjustments to machine operations and components to meet demands of different production orders.
- Checked completed work to identify flaws and sort items by grade.
- Removed excess materials during and after runs and collected for reuse or put into removal bins.
- Used gauges, calipers, and other devices to take measurements and identify problems.
- Followed company policies and OSHA requirements to maintain work safety.
- Restocked workstations with supplies to prevent work delays.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Upheld housekeeping standards by keeping space clean and free of hazards.
- Logged, trafficked, and updated projects in job management software.
- Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
- Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Project Manager
Monster Contracting
12.2017 - 04.2018
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
Dream Consultant
TechShop
06.2017 - 11.2017
- Worked with members to aid them in their small business or DIY projects
- Maintained machinery for safety and cleanliness.
- Acted as a safety guide for inexperienced members
- Aided in general demos, team building exercise presentations, STEAM summer camps, and other public activities
- Performed instruction for numerous workshop areas including Laser engravers, 3D Printing, CNC Routing, metal shop, and basic woodshop.
Overnight Support Technician
SBM
12.2013 - 12.2016
- Configured hardware, devices, and staging to set up work stations for employees and events.
- Responded to support requests from end-users to prepare for next day presentations.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems to accurately resolve wide range of technical issues.
- Reset computer labs and meeting rooms, including workstations, crestron controls, and remote in camera systems.
Sales Associate
AT&T Wireless
08.2010 - 06.2012
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
Store Manager
RadioShack
04.2007 - 08.2010
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
- Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Managed hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Photographer & Retoucher
Exquisite Images Photography
08.2001 - 11.2006
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Digitally restored damaged photo heirlooms
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Shot photographs in controlled lab, field, and remote environments.
- Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
- Monitored trends in photography to stay current in industry.
- Collaborated with clients to create engaging photo albums.
- Used Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom to crop, invert and control light and color properties of photos.
- Made CDs and crafted digital and print albums for clients and events with up to [Number] photos.
- Retouched skin blemishes and tattoos and removed unwanted images from objects with Skylum Luminar and Adobe Photoshop
- Worked as second shooter for Weddings to capture more photojournalistic in the moment images while my partner would capture more staged/posed images..
Education
No Degree - Photography
Saint Charles Community College
Saint Louis, MOSkills
- System inspections
- Building inspections
- Building maintenance
- Equipment installations and maintenance
- Grounds management
Timeline
Facilities Manager
MADE Makerspace
11.2018 - 02.2025
Instructor
MADE Makerspace
11.2018 - 02.2025
Waterjet Operator
Sunnen Manufacturing
08.2018 - 10.2018
Project Manager
Monster Contracting
12.2017 - 04.2018
Dream Consultant
TechShop
06.2017 - 11.2017
Overnight Support Technician
SBM
12.2013 - 12.2016
Sales Associate
AT&T Wireless
08.2010 - 06.2012
Store Manager
RadioShack
04.2007 - 08.2010
Photographer & Retoucher
Exquisite Images Photography
08.2001 - 11.2006
No Degree - Photography
Saint Charles Community College
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