Ron Houser
Oreana
Summary
Results-oriented Operations Manager with over 20 years in shipping and warehouse management. Led initiatives to implement process improvements and optimize workflows. Developed training programs that enhanced teamwork and communication, driving performance and individual growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Coach
Argenta Oreana School DIstrict
Argenta
11.2018 - Current
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on effective coaching techniques to enhance team performance.
- Facilitated workshops to promote teamwork and communication among students.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments and observations.
- Mentored and encouraged youth to develop strong work ethic by being positive role model and regularly practicing skills.
- Cultivated a culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation, and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff, fostering a supportive environment.
- Organized and implemented training sessions, drills and exercises to improve technique, agility and strength.
- Guided participants to develop skills and achieve goals, promoting individual growth and team success.
- Developed practice plans tailored to individual needs as well as team development requirements.
- Instructed players on proper techniques, strategies, rules and regulations of the sport.
- Mentored team members in order to build confidence and foster a supportive environment.
Shipping and warehouse manager
Fuyao Glass Illinois
Decatur
03.2016 - Current
- Coordinated shipping and receiving activities to ensure timely delivery and accuracy.
- Managed daily warehouse operations to ensure efficient product flow.
- Implemented process improvements that increased warehouse throughput and reduced bottlenecks.
- Supervised inventory control processes to maintain accurate stock levels.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance operational workflows and minimize delays.
- Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
- Organized regular cycle counts of physical inventory to ensure accuracy of system data.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Monitored staff performance and identified areas for improvement.
Conductor
Norfolk Southern
Decatur
02.2014 - 03.2015
- Operated locomotives safely to transport freight across various routes.
- Monitored train signals and track conditions for operational safety.
- Conducted routine inspections of trains to identify maintenance needs.
- Implemented best practices for train operation and safety compliance, contributing to a safer work environment.
- Trained new conductors on safety protocols and operational procedures, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
- Coordinated with ground crews to optimize loading and unloading processes, enhancing cargo turnaround times.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding schedule changes and delays.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to address infrastructure issues promptly.
- Maintained communication with dispatchers and other crew members via radio or other methods.
Facilities Manager
Keen Transport
Decatur
06.2007 - 02.2014
- Managed facility operations ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company standards.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs, enhancing equipment reliability and minimizing operational disruptions.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for equipment and building systems to ensure functionality.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities, identifying repair needs and improvement opportunities to maintain optimal functionality.
- Planned maintenance activities in accordance with budget limitations, building use needs and operational requirements.
- Oversaw vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for services and supplies to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
- Reviewed bids received from contractors before awarding contracts for large-scale projects.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2026
Skills
- Sports fundamentals
- Offensive and defensive strategy
- Physical and endurance training
- Weight training
- Exercise management
- Player monitoring
- Youth mentor
- Team building
- Program leadership
- Workshop facilitation
- Staff training
- Performance evaluation
- Process improvement
- Safety compliance
- Safety protocols
- Inventory management
- Facility maintenance
- Project management
- Agenda planning
- Developing agendas
- Sales techniques
- Effective communication
- Collaborative approach
- Motivational
- Personal development
Affiliations
- Youth League president for baseball and basketball
- Student Council mentor
- Head Boys Track Coach
- First assistant to varsity and jv head coach for football
- First assistant to varsity and jv head coach for basketball
References
- Tara Hall Argenta Oreana Girls Basketball Head Coach 217-620-9810
- Pam Larson Mount Pulaski youth league President 217-791-7785
- Christina Fields Teacher and Volleyball coach Argenta 217-791-0189
- Rick Price Vice President Fuyao 309-275-4354
Timeline
Coach
Argenta Oreana School DIstrict
11.2018 - Current
Shipping and warehouse manager
Fuyao Glass Illinois
03.2016 - Current
Conductor
Norfolk Southern
02.2014 - 03.2015
Facilities Manager
Keen Transport
06.2007 - 02.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
Western Governors University