Will Willenborg
Effingham
Summary
A seasoned General Manager of Operations at Effingham Monument, I excel in operational efficiency and strategic planning. Leveraging skills in policy development and cross-department collaboration, I've significantly enhanced service delivery and productivity. My background also includes distinguished roles in the military and emergency services, highlighting my expertise in emergency preparedness and problem-solving.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager of Operations
Effingham Monument
Effingham
06.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to improve efficiency.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure successful delivery of services.
- Provided strategic direction to staff members in order to maximize productivity.
- Assessed employee performance and provided feedback regarding areas of strength or improvement opportunities.
Infantryman (11B)
Illinois Army National Guard
Effingham
03.2020 - Current
- Maintained rifles, machine guns, mortars and hand grenades, verifying weapon locations and supporting magazine operations.
- Accounted for multi-million dollar inventories of equipment and supplies with no losses.
- Commanded oversight and tactical planning to streamline operations and enhance emergency preparedness procedures.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of ambushes and raids against enemy forces.
Firefighter
Shumway Fire Protection District
Effingham
01.2019 - Current
- Combatted fires by holding nozzles and directing streams of fog, chemicals or water.
- Used axes and other tools to break through windows and debris.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
Laborer
Effingham Monument
Effingham
05.2015 - 06.2023
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trucks, or other vehicles using a forklift.
- Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Anthony of Padua
Effingham, IL05-2018
Skills
- Operational efficiency
- Policy development
- Performance assessment
- Strategic planning
- Inventory management
- Project management
- Conflict resolution
- Cross-department collaboration
- Emergency preparedness
- Problem solving
Certification
- Commercial Drivers License
- Certified First Responder
- Healthcare Provider CPR Certified
Accomplishments
- Army Achievement Medal
Timeline
General Manager of Operations
Effingham Monument
06.2023 - Current
Infantryman (11B)
Illinois Army National Guard
03.2020 - Current
Firefighter
Shumway Fire Protection District
01.2019 - Current
Laborer
Effingham Monument
05.2015 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
St. Anthony of Padua