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Randy Sudmeier

Summary

As the Operations Manager at the Iowa County Highway Department, I managed 42 employees responsible for maintenance of over 500 miles of County and State highways within Iowa county. I was on call 24 hours a day, and directed response to snow storms, accidents, flooding, and other emergencies at all hours of the day and night.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

Ivey Construction
11.2022 - Current
  • Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.

Operations Manager

Iowa County Highway Department
11.2006 - 01.2022
  • 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.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.

Asphalt Paving Crew Foreman

Iowa County Highway Department
02.2000 - 11.2006
  • Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives within the team, identifying areas of potential enhancement in processes or practices.
  • Troubleshot equipment problems and completed repairs and maintenance actions.

Section Maintenance Patrolman

Iowa County Highway Department
08.1992 - 02.2000

Performed highway maintenance activities including, snow plowing, mowing, traffic control, crack sealing, pothole patching, and removal of hazardous materials.

Dairy Farmer

Self Employed
03.1985 - 08.1992
  • Managed a 45 cow dairy operation.
  • Daily duties included, feeding, milking, and crop production.

Co-owner/Owner/Manager of Operations

Arthur Feed Mill
03.1980 - 09.1986
  • Managed day-to-day operations efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Worked with co-owner on strategic planning for long-term business success.
  • Oversaw financial management tasks, including budgeting, inventory, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing.
  • Made sales calls to farmers, to help them balance feed rations, promote animal health, and increase meat and milk production.

Education

Leadership

Local Government Leadership Academy
UW Madison
09.2018

Project Management

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
Fennimore, WI
04.2006

High School Diploma -

Platteville High School
Platteville, WI
06.1976

Skills

  • Strong Leadership Skills
  • Great Work Ethic
  • Self-motivation and discipline
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Strong Math Skills
  • Excellent Communicator

Accomplishments

I was hired at the Iowa County Highway Department as a Highway Maintenance Patrolman, and worked my up to Foreman of the Paving crew, and then to Operations Manager. I am always looking for the next opportunity to expand my work skills.

Timeline

Truck Driver

Ivey Construction
11.2022 - Current

Operations Manager

Iowa County Highway Department
11.2006 - 01.2022

Asphalt Paving Crew Foreman

Iowa County Highway Department
02.2000 - 11.2006

Section Maintenance Patrolman

Iowa County Highway Department
08.1992 - 02.2000

Dairy Farmer

Self Employed
03.1985 - 08.1992

Co-owner/Owner/Manager of Operations

Arthur Feed Mill
03.1980 - 09.1986

Leadership

Local Government Leadership Academy

Project Management

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

High School Diploma -

Platteville High School
Randy Sudmeier