Ty Babbitt
Vicksburg,MI
Summary
Highly collaborative and results-focused, consistently ensuring operational efficiency and quality. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Union President
Local Union 2-1019
Kalamazoo, Michigan
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Participated in negotiations with management for improved worker contracts and benefits.
- Represented the interests of the union membership at various conferences and conventions.
- Managed employer and union member relations, processed grievances and resolved disagreements.
- Served as a mediator between management and employees when conflicts arose.
Machine Operator
Green Bay Packaging
Kalamazoo, Michigan
10.2017 - 12.2025
- Operated production machinery following safety protocols and operational guidelines.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
- Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
- Assisted in training new operators on machine functions and safety procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the work area throughout shifts.
Crew Leader
Absolute Cleaning Solutions
Portage, Michigan
02.2009 - 10.2017
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, hours worked, vacation time.
- Supervised daily cleaning operations for residential and commercial clients.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and cleaning techniques.
- Steam cleans carpet, furniture, tile, and grout.
- Water damage restoration.
- Responsible for invoicing and daily logs.
- Mostly part time.
General Manager
Jaspare's Pizza & Fine Italian Food
Portage, Michigan
11.2008 - 10.2017
- Managed daily operations to ensure seamless service in a busy restaurant environment.
- Coordinated inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels and minimize waste.
- Created schedules and monitored payroll to remain within budget.
- Directed safety operations and maintained clean work environment to adhere to FDA and OSHA requirements.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Oversaw staff recruitment, training, and development to enhance team performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Otsego Public Schools
Otsego, MI05-2002
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Safety protocol compliance
- Machine operation
- Inventory management
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Manufacturing experience
- Customer relations
- Staff management
- Customer service
Timeline
Union President
Local Union 2-1019
08.2024 - 12.2025
Machine Operator
Green Bay Packaging
10.2017 - 12.2025
Crew Leader
Absolute Cleaning Solutions
02.2009 - 10.2017
General Manager
Jaspare's Pizza & Fine Italian Food
11.2008 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
Otsego Public Schools