Robert Ratajczak
Downers Grove
Summary
Dynamic leader skilled in employee training, workflow management, and quality control. Successfully fostered collaboration across departments and implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and employee satisfaction.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
First Line Manager
Volvo Trucks
Joliet
02.2022 - Current
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of team members.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered necessary materials promptly.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance collaboration.
- Implemented process improvements for quality control measures.
- Resolved employee conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
- Coordinated with other departments to facilitate cooperation across teams.
- Organized training sessions for new and existing employees on company policies and procedures.
- Maintained records of employee attendance, vacations, overtime hours worked.
- Conducted regular performance reviews month PBP, providing feedback on areas of improvement.
- Evaluated job applicants during recruitment process by conducting interviews.
- Identified opportunities for process optimization through analysis of workflow processes.
- Organized team meetings regularly to discuss progress on current projects.
- Motivated employees through recognition programs or rewards for outstanding work.
- Analyzed data related to productivity metrics, recommending changes as needed.
- Monitored inventory levels within the department, reordering supplies as required.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the team, ensuring tasks were completed in a timely and efficient manner.
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
- Led a team of 29 employees, ensuring high productivity, and excellent customer service.
- Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to reduce costs.
- Working with Team Leads, setting priorities and goals.
Material Handler/ IW
Volvo Trucks
Joliet
10.2002 - 02.2022
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment at all times.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
- Picked and packed, load and unload
Team Lead
Volvo Trucks
Joliet
02.2020 - 10.2020
- Led daily team operations to ensure efficient workflow and productivity.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline production and reduce downtime.
- Monitored team performance to maintain high standards of quality control.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Monitored team progress and enforced deadlines.
- Kept work areas clean, using the 5S method.
- Collaborated with other departments to complete the PDCA to improve interdepartmental cooperation.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL05-2001
Skills
- Performance evaluation
- Inventory management
- Process improvement
- Team leadership
- Employee training
- Quality control
- Vendor negotiation
- Workflow management
Languages
Polish
Professional
Certification
Massage therapist
Timeline
First Line Manager
Volvo Trucks
02.2022 - Current
Team Lead
Volvo Trucks
02.2020 - 10.2020
Material Handler/ IW
Volvo Trucks
10.2002 - 02.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Joliet Junior College