Professional with significant expertise in team leadership and operational management. Proven track record in driving team collaboration and delivering impactful results. Skilled in conflict resolution, process optimization, and strategic planning, with flexible approach to evolving business needs. Known for reliability, strong communication, and fostering productive work environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations and Blending Supervisor
Zumbev
03.2025 - Current
Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
Trained and mentored junior staff on operational procedures and best practices.
Trained and mentored blending team of 5 employees.
Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced downtime across departments.
Coordinated resource allocation to optimize team performance and meet project deadlines.
Created a daily schedule for blenders.
Create Blend Recipes and Blend Logs.
Review Formulas from clients and process authorities to ensure accuracy and understanding.
Initiated the startup for the 6S program with in the blending section.
Conducted inspections weekly for 6S program.
I also serve as the back up for Production Supervisor, Safety Supervisor, and Logistics Supervisor in their absence.
Provides client support as needed.
Created training program for blending/cellarmen new hires.
Created Startup and closing procedures for operations.
Shipping/Store Manager/Business Representative
Taxidermist Woodshop
05.2017 - 12.2020
-Create shipping manifest from orders received overnight while configuring weight and box dimensions for each order placed.
-Pack and ship all orders daily this can include anything from 10 orders to over 100 orders daily.
-Answers all customer emails and phone calls which at times includes taking custom orders over the phone.
-Receive products from woodshop and place all pieces together and shrink wrap to make many different kits to be sold.
-Stock all shelves and keep an active running inventory list.
-Order all packaging supplies.
-Monitor all customer reviews on our website, Facebook, Amazon, Ebay and respond accordingly.
-Assist with designs of some custom items.
-Senior Representative for the company at Taxidermy Association Conventions in multiple states.
Shipping and Receiving Assistant Director / Facility/Plant Manager
Crown Valley Farmington, Mo
03.2021 - Current
-Manage production personnel across shifts to ensure that orders are produced in a timely fashion and adhere to quality standards in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
-Develop contingency production plans when unplanned equipment downtime is experienced to limit the impact.
-Using software systems and templates provided, enter, modify, confirm and adjust all production orders flowing through the department by interacting with and gathering data from department personnel.
-Help maintain database of department parent bills of material.
-Help maintain database of department inventory, including item characteristics, bin locations and system warehouse segregation.
-Instruct all employees of daily production expectations.
-Assist with the control and monitoring of all inventory quantities of the department, including raw materials (unfinished tools and raw steel), manufactured components (adapters), finished goods, and work-in-process.
-Manage multiple functions in ERP system including creating jobs, printing job travelers, issuing materials, and reporting quantities.
-Works with VP of Operations to set goals and objectives relative to plant metrics such as LF/HR, Blocks/HR, and scrap rates.
-Interviews candidates for production positions.
-Many other duties as needed.
Director of Logistics
Crown Valley Winery
01.2025 - 03.2025
Developed and implemented logistics strategies to optimize supply chain performance.
Led cross-functional teams to enhance inventory management and reduce operational costs.
Streamlined shipping processes, improving delivery times and customer satisfaction.
Oversaw procurement of materials, ensuring timely availability for production schedules.
Coordinated training programs for staff on best practices in logistics operations.
Created a culture of accountability within the logistics department for increased employee motivation and engagement levels.
Supervised logistics functions and operations.
Developed logistical checklists to guide activities support.
Collaborated with manufacturing/production to advise clients when product would be ready for pick up.
Led and mentored 10 employees within the logistics team.
Facility Manager
Crown Valley Winery
01.2023 - 01.2025
Managed daily operations of facilities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maintenance standards.
Oversaw scheduling and coordination of maintenance tasks to optimize facility functionality.
Developed policies for emergency preparedness, enhancing overall safety protocols within facilities.
Corresponded with clients daily regarding production, planning, and KPI.
Led and mentored 12-15 employees on a daily basis.
Led training for staff on equipment usage and safety procedures.
Coordinated with various departments to align facility operations with organizational objectives and goals.
Analyzed facility performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs.
Investigated problems and determined appropriate remedies.
City Carrier Assistant
United States Postal Service
03.2016 - 05.2017
-Routes or cases all classes of mail in sequence of delivery along an established route. Rearranges and re-labels cases as required.
-Withdraws mail from the distribution case and prepares it in sequence for efficient delivery independently or by another carrier along an established route.
-Handles undeliverable mail in accordance with established procedures.
-Delivers mail along a prescribed route, on foot or by vehicle, on a regular schedule, picking up additional mail from relay boxes as needed. Collects mail from street letterboxes and accepts letters from mailing from customers; on certain routes may deliver mail that consists exclusively of parcel post, or the collection of mail.
-Checks, and corrects if necessary, mailing cards from advertisers bearing names and addresses of customers or former customers on the route.
-Furnishes customers with postal information and provides change of address cards and other postal forms as needed.
Telecommunications Manager
United States Marine Corps
06.2012 - 02.2016
-Plan, coordinate, and supervise the installation of CAT3, CAT5, fiber optic and copper cables.
-Lead, evaluate and supervise 11 telecommunications members.
-Account for and control over 1 million dollars’ worth of telecommunications equipment.
-Coordinate and manage all customer care services for over 1200 members in all aspects of telephone installation and line repair.
-Deploy as the senior enlisted member, managing and leading over 25 telecommunications members on these deployments to install, maintain and troubleshoot all telephone, data, and radio assets.
Cable and Antenna Supervisor Instructor/ Marine Corps Liaison
United States Marine Corps
06.2007 - 06.2012
-Coordinated and executed the annual Iwo Jima Reunion.
-Conducted over 40 burial ceremonies as the Senior Representative on behalf of the United States Marine Corps.
-Supervised and evaluated instructors in the Cable and Antenna Course.
-Drafted and coordinated the instructor schedules for each class.
-Lead and managed 7 permanent members and over 250 students in all aspects as their senior representative.
-Instructs students through assigned blocks of instruction at basic and/or advanced levels. Studies course objectives, technical orders and other materials to prepare for assigned days of instruction.
-Inputs necessary data into the Technical Training Management System (TTMS). Maintains professional and technical expertise.
-Instructed over 70 students in cable fault detection, cable fault location and locating cables.
-Monitors and evaluates student progress and performance. Administers measurement devices grades, provides feedback to students, and maintain security.
-Develops and/or revises lesson plans and training materials. Serves as the subject matter specialist in the development and/or revision of training materials such as study guides, workbooks, written tests, progress checks, etc.
Communications Chief/ Telecommunications Chief
United States Marine Corps
06.2005 - 06.2007
-Managed and mentored over 40 members in all aspects of communications.
-Acted as the Senior Enlisted Member.
-Created and drafted all Standard operating Procedures for the entire department.
-Designed exercises for members to polish and learn new skills within the communications field.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bismarck RV
Bismarck, MO
05-1995
Skills
Problem-solving
Customer relations
Multitasking and organization
Training and mentoring
Team leadership
Friendly and positive
Outstanding communication skills
Team leadership and coaching
Inventory management
Goals and performance
Team building and leadership
Team motivation
Operations management
Leadership development
Policies and procedures
Employee scheduling
Strategic thinker
Loss prevention
Operational efficiency
Accomplishments
Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Supervised teams of 5-65 staff members.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Operations and Blending Supervisor
Zumbev
03.2025 - Current
Director of Logistics
Crown Valley Winery
01.2025 - 03.2025
Facility Manager
Crown Valley Winery
01.2023 - 01.2025
Shipping and Receiving Assistant Director / Facility/Plant Manager
Crown Valley Farmington, Mo
03.2021 - Current
Shipping/Store Manager/Business Representative
Taxidermist Woodshop
05.2017 - 12.2020
City Carrier Assistant
United States Postal Service
03.2016 - 05.2017
Telecommunications Manager
United States Marine Corps
06.2012 - 02.2016
Cable and Antenna Supervisor Instructor/ Marine Corps Liaison