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Ryan Ohlinger

Reading,US

Summary

Driven professional with excellent customer service, leadership and sales abilities. Extensive experience in retail environments and well-versed in meat types, cuts and processing. Dedicated [Industry] professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Meat Manager

Redner's Warehouse Markets
09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment in compliance with food safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Ensured consistent high-quality products by closely monitoring cutting, grinding, and packaging processes.
  • Collaborated with store management to develop successful promotional strategies for meat department offerings.
  • Conducted regular quality control checks on incoming shipments, ensuring only the freshest meats were offered to customers.
  • Mentored junior staff members in proper meat handling techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Optimized staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak shopping hours, resulting in reduced wait times for customers.

Extrusion machine operator

Leviton/Berk-Tek
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • In this position I'm responsible for running three extrusion lines, one line running copper and two running filler for the copper wire
  • Maintained high-quality output by performing routine quality checks on finished products.
  • Adhered to all safety protocols and guidelines, minimizing the potential for accidents or injuries in the workplace.
  • Changed out screens, dies, and inserts to fit different production needs.
  • Took apart machinery, cleaned parts, and replaced damaged or worn out components.
  • Started up and ran extrusion lines producing wide range of products for [Type] industry OEMs.

MEAT MANAGER

BJs Wholesales Club
10.2020 - 01.2023
  • Oversaw budgeting processes for the meat department, regularly reviewing financial reports to identify opportunities for improved profitability or expense reduction measures.
  • Conducted regular quality control checks on incoming shipments, ensuring only the freshest meats were offered to customers.
  • Enhanced meat department sales by ensuring proper product display and presentation.
  • Mentored junior staff members in proper meat handling techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment in compliance with food safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Optimized staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak shopping hours, resulting in reduced wait times for customers.

RECEIVING INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST

BJs Wholesale Club
03.2018 - 10.2020
  • Used equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory.
  • Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
  • Conducted periodic cycle counts to verify inventory accuracy, identifying discrepancies early on to mitigate potential issues.
  • Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of records.
  • Improved stock visibility by maintaining up-to-date records of product locations within the warehouse, enabling quicker retrieval times.
  • Unloaded shipments, reviewed merchandise, and tracked paperwork.
  • Trained new employees on inventory management best practices, contributing to a knowledgeable workforce capable of maintaining high standards of accuracy.

Meat cutter

BJ's Wholesale Club
11.2010 - 03.2018
  • Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for maximum productivity and safety.
  • Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
  • Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
  • Enhanced meat product quality by implementing proper cutting techniques and adhering to sanitation standards.

Education

GED -

Reading Senior High School
Reading, PA

Skills

Sanitation Procedures

Employee Scheduling

Loss prevention strategies

Meat Cutting

Budget Management

Merchandising Strategies

Ordering Supplies

Staff Leadership

Timeline

Meat Manager

Redner's Warehouse Markets
09.2023 - 06.2024

Extrusion machine operator

Leviton/Berk-Tek
01.2023 - 07.2023

MEAT MANAGER

BJs Wholesales Club
10.2020 - 01.2023

RECEIVING INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST

BJs Wholesale Club
03.2018 - 10.2020

Meat cutter

BJ's Wholesale Club
11.2010 - 03.2018

GED -

Reading Senior High School
Ryan Ohlinger