Ryan Butler
Wichita,KS
Summary
Open and positive communicator with calm and level-headed approach to managing routine needs and meeting special challenges.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Floor Associate, cashier
Westlake Ace Hardware
Wichita, Kansas
01.2026 - Current
- Operated cash register, processed transactions, and handled customer payments efficiently.
- Assisted customers with product selections and provided knowledgeable recommendations.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and foster a positive shopping atmosphere.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and product availability promptly.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to enhance customer shopping experience.
- Supported inventory management by tracking stock levels and reporting discrepancies.
- Provided feedback on customer experience trends to management for further improvement initiatives.
Business Owner, Mechanic, Supervisor
Bunyards Service Center, All in One Auto
Wichita, Kansas
08.2009 - 12.2020
- Managed daily operations of automotive service and repair business.
- Supervised staff in customer service and technical support roles.
- Coordinated scheduling for vehicle maintenance and repair appointments.
- Oversaw inventory management and procurement of automotive parts and supplies.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards in operations.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote service offerings and attract customers.
- Built strong relationships with customers to enhance loyalty and trust.
- Interviewed, trained, and supervised employees.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies and services.
Senior Engineer, Mechanical Maintenance
Pepsico Bottling Group
Wichita, Ks
08.2009 - 08.2016
- Diagnosed equipment failures and implemented timely repairs to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline maintenance workflows and improve reliability.
- Trained junior engineers on best practices in mechanical maintenance and safety protocols.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules to enhance equipment longevity and performance.
- Conducted inspections of machinery to ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
- Utilized computerized maintenance management systems for tracking work orders and inventory.
- Led root cause analysis initiatives to identify issues and improve mechanical processes effectively.
- Conducted root cause analysis of failed components and recommended solutions for future prevention.
- Maintained records of work completed, parts used, time taken, ensuring accuracy at all times.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure all safety measures were met during maintenance activities.
- Monitored performance of mechanical systems including pumps, motors, valves, compressors.
- Maintained mechanical systems for production line efficiency at a major beverage manufacturer.
Education
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VASkills
- Customer service
- Cash management
- POS system operation
- Product display optimization
- Inventory management
- Customer communication
- Issue resolution
- Customer engagement techniques
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Client relations
Timeline
Sales Floor Associate, cashier
Westlake Ace Hardware
01.2026 - Current
Business Owner, Mechanic, Supervisor
Bunyards Service Center, All in One Auto
08.2009 - 12.2020
Senior Engineer, Mechanical Maintenance
Pepsico Bottling Group
08.2009 - 08.2016
James Madison University