Tana Meschede
Hillsboro,MO
Summary
Dedicated and accomplished military veteran with over 10 years of experience managing a high-performance dental laboratory. Leveraging a strong foundation in leadership, organization, and problem-solving from military service. I am looking for an opportunity for new and exciting challenges to grow my management experience.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
May Dental Arts
Fenton, Missouri
06.2015 - 08.2025
- Maintained inventory of dental supplies and equipment for efficient clinic operations.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to develop action plans for improving services offered.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
- Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
- Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly, maintaining a positive brand image.
- Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and quality standards.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing feedback and coaching for team development.
- Implemented process improvements, resulting in an increase in operational efficiency.
- Conducted performance reviews for team members.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Managed staff scheduling and coordinated training programs for new hires.
- Conducted regular meetings to discuss team performance and operational improvements.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
Education
Medical Massage Science - Massage Therapy
Missouri College
MO06-2004
Skills
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Team leadership
- Operational efficiency
- High level of attention to detail
- Quality assurance
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Manager
May Dental Arts
06.2015 - 08.2025
Medical Massage Science - Massage Therapy
Missouri College
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