RICHARD BUTTON
Independence,KY
Summary
Well qualified professional with strong management, decision-making, supervision, and leadership skills. Proven ability to delegate, problem solve, prioritize projects, manage personnel, and meet deadlines while maintaining quality control. Works well with all types of personalities. Able to perform hiring and termination duties effectively and professionally. Conscientious, customer service oriented, and highly focused, with strong follow through skills and effective time management abilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
General Foreman and Foreman
Day and Zimmerman NPS Inc
Lancaster, PA
09.2019 - Current
- As General Foreman and Foreman, managed crews ranging up to 75 people and delegated duties, while adhering to the construction schedule.
- Interacted with supervision to ensure the project is completed on time.
- Regularly checked compliance with safety and O.S.H.A regulations.
- Monitored budgets and payroll records, and reviewed financial transactions to ensure that expenditures are authorized and budgeted.
- Trained staff and followed up with periodic reviews.
- Established policy and procedures.
Journeyman Boilermaker
Boilermakers Local 40
Elizabethtown, KY
01.2014 - Current
- Responsible for building and repairing industrial boilers and machinery used in the power generation industry.
- Certified in FCAW and SMAW welding procedures.
- Proficient in a multitude of hand, and power tools.
- Able to isolate and diagnose problems.
- Proficient in blueprint reading.
- Qualified in high rigging.
- Advanced rigging certification.
- Fabricated and installed metal components using blueprints and schematics.
- Performed routine maintenance and inspections on boilers to ensure operational efficiency.
General Manager
Panera Bread
Florence, Ky
04.2011 - 02.2014
- Led operations to ensure exceptional customer service and satisfaction across all restaurant locations.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and optimizing supply chain efficiency.
- Implemented training programs for staff, enhancing performance and promoting a culture of excellence.
- Analyzed financial reports to drive profitability and inform budgetary decisions for operations.
- Fostered team collaboration through effective communication, resulting in improved employee morale and retention rates.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining high standards of food quality and hygiene.
- Managed all aspects of daily operations, including managing budgets, inventory control, and vendor relations.
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
Manager
Brothers Bar and Grill
Newport, Ky
04.2010 - 04.2011
- Led team in achieving operational goals through effective resource management and process optimization.
- Developed training programs that enhanced staff capabilities and improved service delivery.
- Managed inventory control systems, ensuring accuracy and timely replenishment of stock.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to align objectives and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
Education
Management
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Menominee, MI04.2010
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Leading teams
- Supervisory skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Safety enforcement
- Daily planning
- Effective communication
- Crew management
- Documentation skills
Accomplishments
- University of Wisconsin-Stout Dean's List
- Graduated International Brotherhood of Boilermaker Local 40 apprenticeship
- Treasurer of University Wisconsin-Stout S.C.U.B.A. Dive Club
- OSHA 30 certified
- Advanced High Rigging certified
Certification
Advanced and high rigging certification
FCAW and SMAW welding certification
Aerial-lift trained
Timeline
General Foreman and Foreman
Day and Zimmerman NPS Inc
09.2019 - Current
Journeyman Boilermaker
Boilermakers Local 40
01.2014 - Current
General Manager
Panera Bread
04.2011 - 02.2014
Manager
Brothers Bar and Grill
04.2010 - 04.2011
Management
University of Wisconsin-Stout
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
- United States Navy 1985-1989
- USS Cimarron AO177
- Honorably discharged as a Petty Officer 3rd class (E-4)
- While in service achieved multiple Personal Qualification Standards (PQS)
- Qualified as a Boiler Technician 3rd class (BT3)
- Achieved certification in boiler water, feed water testing, treatment and quality control.