Paul Bruning
Warrenton,MO
Summary
Personable and dedicated Team Leader with expertise in quality assurance initiatives, issue resolution and interpersonal communication. Proficient in quality resolution, personnel training and production performance among multiple departments. Sets example for work ethic, punctuality and quality, as well as departments working in conjunction with each other to achieve efficiency and productivity.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Leader
Cascades
Warrenton, Missouri
03.2023 - 12.2025
- Led team meetings to align project goals and strategies.
- Coordinated daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and productivity.
- Mentored new team members on safety procedures and operational protocols.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and quality.
- Resolved conflicts within the team to maintain a positive work environment.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Established clear expectations for employees, providing guidance when needed.
Forklift Operator
Scotts Miracle-Gro
Truesdale, Missouri
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Operated forklifts to transport materials around the Scotts Miracle-Gro facility.
- Loaded and unloaded products from trucks efficiently and safely.
- Maintained accurate inventory records during daily operations.
- Conducted routine inspections on forklift equipment for safety compliance.
- Ensured proper placement of materials in designated storage areas for easy access.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
Finishing Technician
Brooks Brothers
Troy, Missouri
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Assembled trailer shells with all necessary electrical wires.
- Installed all lights, relays, switches and plug-ins.
- Installed axles and wheels.
- Placed all necessary labels and finishes.
- Installed all necessary hydraulic lines.
- Performed all necessary inspections to ensure finished quality of the trailer.
Education
Warrenton High School
Warrenton, MissouriSkills
- Team management
- Strong communication
- Process improvement
- Safety compliance
- Workflow optimization
- Staff training
- Equipment operation
- Quality control
- Project coordination
- Active listening
- Delegation skills
- Team building
- Documentation and reporting
- Workflow management
- Safety
Certification
- Developing and Implementing HACCP
- Forklift Certification
Timeline
Team Leader
Cascades
03.2023 - 12.2025
Forklift Operator
Scotts Miracle-Gro
10.2022 - 03.2023
Finishing Technician
Brooks Brothers
05.2022 - 10.2022
Warrenton High School