Skilled MIG Welder with expertise in material handling and logistics coordination. Ensures safety compliance and effective inventory management, driving efficient operations and timely product delivery. Committed to team leadership and high-quality outcomes in dynamic work environments.
Overview
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Certification
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Instructor and General Manager
HMD Academy of Tae Kwon Do
Champaign
02.2013 - Current
Developed lesson plans tailored to various age groups and skill levels.
Instructed students in Taekwondo techniques and forms to enhance skills.
Organized and facilitated training sessions to enhance student engagement and ensure safety.
Mentored junior instructors by sharing best practices and teaching methodologies to improve instruction quality.
Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged respect and discipline among students, promoting personal growth.
Promoted the school’s mission and values by participating in local community events like festivals and parades.
Built and maintained positive personal relationships with students and families, served as role model and character educator and prioritized safety by supervising classes closely.
Materials Coordinator
Flex N Gate (formerly Eagle Wing Industries)
Rantoul
02.2025 - 03.2026
Managed inventory levels to ensure timely availability of materials.
Coordinated material flow between suppliers and production teams to ensure seamless operations.
Facilitated communication between departments to resolve material issues.
Oversaw inspection of incoming materials for quality compliance, preventing potential production delays.
Maintained accurate records of material transactions and inventory levels to support informed decision-making.
Received and inspected incoming materials, ensuring accuracy of order.
Ensured that all safety protocols were adhered to at all times.
Handled forklifts and pallet jacks safely during material transportation tasks.
Shipping Supervisor
Flex N Gate (formerly Eagle Wing Industries)
Rantoul
07.2020 - 02.2025
Supervised daily shipping operations and managed team schedules to ensure efficient workflow.
Coordinated logistics for timely delivery of products, enhancing customer satisfaction.
Monitored inventory levels and maintained accurate shipping records.
Collaborated with departments to resolve shipping discrepancies.
Communicated with carriers to arrange pickup and delivery schedules.
Resolved customer complaints regarding shipment discrepancies or delays, improving service reliability.
Scheduled materials shipments and transportation for on-time delivery, reducing delays.
Shipping Team Leader
Flex N Gate (formerly Eagle Wing Industries)
Rantoul
03.2016 - 07.2020
Supervised shipping operations to ensure timely dispatch of products.
Collaborated with quality control to verify product compliance before shipping.
Performed regular checks on equipment used in the warehouse such as forklifts, scales, to identify maintenance needs.
Managed storage facilities by ensuring proper labeling of stock items and maintaining cleanliness of warehouse area.
Processed orders accurately using the company's computer system within set deadlines.
Welder
Flex N Gate (Formerly Eagle Wing Industries)
Rantoul
09.1994 - 03.2016
Fabricated metal components using MIG welding techniques to meet project specifications.
Inspected welds for quality and compliance with safety standards, ensuring structural integrity.
Maintained welding equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Adhered to safety protocols to minimize workplace hazards.
Conducted routine maintenance on tools and machinery for reliability.
Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage, documenting production defects to maintain quality control.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Illinois State University
Normal, IL
Some College (No Degree) - Criminology, Building Construction And Repair
Parkland College
Champaign, IL
Skills
Logistics coordination
Forklift operation 8 years)
Shipping procedures
Equipment inspection
Blueprint reading
MIG welding (20 years)
Forklift operation (8 years)
Overhead Crane operation (8 years)
Man Lift and Combilift (1 year)
Coordinate Measuring Machine (1 week training)
Mapics (5 years)
CMS (1 year)
5th Degree Black Belt (Tae Kwon Do)
1st Degree Black Belt (Gumdo)
Certification
Geometric Dimension and Tolerance certificate
Accomplishments
Instructor Program at HMD Academy of Tae Kwon Do
Timeline
Materials Coordinator
Flex N Gate (formerly Eagle Wing Industries)
02.2025 - 03.2026
Shipping Supervisor
Flex N Gate (formerly Eagle Wing Industries)
07.2020 - 02.2025
Shipping Team Leader
Flex N Gate (formerly Eagle Wing Industries)
03.2016 - 07.2020
Head Instructor and General Manager
HMD Academy of Tae Kwon Do
02.2013 - Current
Welder
Flex N Gate (Formerly Eagle Wing Industries)
09.1994 - 03.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Illinois State University
Some College (No Degree) - Criminology, Building Construction And Repair
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