Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Colton Kerkow

NPC Robotics
Belle Plaine
6
years of professional experience

Experienced with coordinating and overseeing shipping operations to ensure timely delivery and accuracy. Utilizes strategic planning and problem-solving skills to optimize logistics workflows. Track record of enhancing team collaboration and maintaining high operational standards.

Work History

Production Manager

4 Years
NPC Robotics | 10.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and supplies
  • Managed shipping and receiving team, overseeing training, schedules and work assignments.
  • Prepared shipping documents, invoices, and processed payments
  • Conducted weekly meetings with plant managers to review progress on goals set forth by executive management team
  • Initiated and coordinated inventory and cost control programs
  • Maintained records to demonstrate compliance with safety, regulations and policies
  • Created and maintained detailed production/shipping reports
  • Conducted quarterly meetings to discuss quarterly and yearly goals
  • Maintained positive relationships with representatives of UPS, FedEX, XPO, and R&L shipping companies.

Concrete Laborer

1 Year 4 Months
Belle Plaine Block & Tile | 04.2021 - 08.2022
  • Checked forms that held concrete to confirm proper construction and dimension
  • Chipped, scraped and ground high spots, ridges, and rough projections to finish concrete, using hand tools
  • Poured and spread concrete to smoothen and level surfaces
  • Assisted customers purchasing plumbing supplies & drainage tile
  • Monitored and inspected concrete mixtures and slabs during curing
  • Operated overhead cranes to maneuver concrete septic tanks
  • Proficiently operate a forklift in all conditions

Quick Lube Technician

1 Year 3 Months
Matt Saxe Chevrolet | 05.2019 - 08.2020
  • Performed oil changes, tire rotations, and other vehicle maintenance services according to factory specifications
  • Inspected vehicle fluid levels to replace or replenish
  • Inspected and diagnosed vehicle problems, performed minor repairs and recommended further action when necessary
  • Operated lift equipment safely when needed for access to vehicle parts
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area ensuring compliance with safety regulations

Education

Welding Degree

Dakota County Technical College | 05.2022
GPA: 3.67

- Criminal Justice

Southwest Minnesota State University | Marshall, MN | 05.2021
  • Relevant Coursework
  • Completed general courses (1 year)

High School Diploma

Belle Plaine High School | 05.2020

Skills

Production/Shipping Scheduling
Shipping/Receiving
Small Package
LTL
FTL
Microsoft Excel
Inventory Control
Strong leadership abilities
Leader - Able to lead a team
Detail Oriented

Timeline

Production Manager

NPC Robotics
10.2022 - CurrentRead More

Concrete Laborer

Belle Plaine Block & Tile
04.2021 - 08.2022Read More

Quick Lube Technician

Matt Saxe Chevrolet
05.2019 - 08.2020Read More

Southwest Minnesota State University

from Criminal Justice
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Belle Plaine High School

High School Diploma
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Dakota County Technical College

Welding Degree
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Colton Kerkow