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Rodney Bales

Wichita,KS

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Stidham Quality Incorporated, enhancing operational excellence and customer satisfaction through strategic planning and team building. Skilled in HVAC refrigeration and adept at crisis management, I drive continuous improvement initiatives that elevate company performance and foster accountability among staff.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

President

Stidham Quality Incorporated
01.1998 - Current
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
  • Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
  • Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.

President

Express Vending
07.1991 - 01.1998
  • Established a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for results.
  • Ordered product from several manufacturers.
  • Launched new products successfully into the market after meticulous research, planning, and marketing campaigns.

Newspaper Drop Captain

USA Today
04.1991 - 01.1994

My job was to receive newspapers each day.

Organize each route to best put the product out for delivery.

Keep records of each employing to confirm tasks where completed in a timely manner.

Sales Associate

JCPenney
04.1991 - 02.1993
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Education

Business And Managerial Economics

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN
06-1990

Skills

  • Leadership team building
  • Organizational leadership
  • Strategic planning
  • Operational excellence
  • Hvac Refrigeration
  • Electrical and Mechanical applications
  • Moving with material handling equipment

Timeline

President

Stidham Quality Incorporated
01.1998 - Current

President

Express Vending
07.1991 - 01.1998

Newspaper Drop Captain

USA Today
04.1991 - 01.1994

Sales Associate

JCPenney
04.1991 - 02.1993

Business And Managerial Economics

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Rodney Bales