William B. Riblet
Bristol,IN
Summary
Results-driven Plant Engineer with a track record of enhancing production efficiency across diverse manufacturing environments. Skilled in managing product development processes from concept to launch while fostering strong relationships with customers and team members to achieve shared objectives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lawn Care & Maintenance
Self-employment
01.2018
- Cultivated strong customer relationships to enhance satisfaction and retention
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Assistant to Inventory Manager
D&W
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Executed purchasing tasks for inventory management, maintaining optimal stock levels. Conducted inventory counts and entered production data to support accurate inventory records
- Assisted in managing inventory levels and stock replenishment processes.
- Coordinated cycle counts to ensure accurate inventory records.
- Maintained organized storage areas for efficient item retrieval.
- Managed UPS and USPS shipping and receiving to ensure timely delivery and accuracy
Shift Lead
High Profile (Formerly Constantine Wellness Center)
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Cultivated relationships with customers and vendors to enhance collaboration and support
- Streamlined sales system to align with new sales goals and drive increased sales volume
- Scheduled vendor days for product education for employees and customers
- Maintained organized sales floor to enhance customer shopping experience
- Learned a new system and trained new employees
- Facilitated transition of Constantine Wellness Center into High Profile following company buyout
Designer
Welch Packaging
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Created graphic art and mock ups to represent final structure and print of custom items
- Designed boxes, standard and custom, to fit the needs of customer and end user
- Developed and updated shop cards for production floor, ensuring clear communication of tasks and timelines
- Acquired knowledge of production capabilities and operations to enhance workflow understanding
- Purchased and maintained tooling required to manufacture custom items
- Supported inventory management during business acquisition, facilitating seamless integration of assets
Plant Engineer
Elkhart Wire Processor
01.2024 - 01.2026
- Enhanced production efficiency across manufacturing operations
- Managed product development processes from concept to launch
- Implemented new software to increase productivity
- Cultivated relationships with new and existing customers to strengthen engagement
- Documented work instructions as well as all manufacturing prints and files
Education
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies, History minor
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN08-2019
High school -
Elkhart Central High School
Elkhart, IN05-2015
Skills
- Inventory management
- Production management
- Production optimization
- Client engagement
- Vendor coordination
- Graphic design
- Team collaboration
Service Organizations
- People to People
- Trip to Australia to act as Ambassadors for America (learned about the history and culture)
- Rotary Interact
- Monthly volunteer within the community
- Mission trip to Costa Rica in order to help at one of the few libraries in Costa Rica
Timeline
Plant Engineer
Elkhart Wire Processor
01.2024 - 01.2026
Designer
Welch Packaging
01.2023 - 01.2024
Shift Lead
High Profile (Formerly Constantine Wellness Center)
01.2020 - 01.2023
Assistant to Inventory Manager
D&W
01.2019 - 01.2020
Lawn Care & Maintenance
Self-employment
01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies, History minor
Indiana University
High school -
Elkhart Central High School