David Nierzwicki
Minneapolis
Summary
Resourceful professional in administrative management known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in workflow coordination, staff supervision, and process improvement. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to enhance team performance and achieve organizational goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Operations Supervisor
3M
Cottage Grove
07.2024 - Current
- Coordinated with supply chain teams to ensure timely availability of materials for production.
- Managed conflict resolution within teams, fostering a positive work environment and enhancing team dynamics.
- Executed process improvement initiatives that resulted in a 50% increase in overall productivity.
- Designed and implemented cost-saving measures that contributed to a 12% reduction in operational expenses.
- Monitored daily operations performance metrics and identified areas of improvement.
- Conducted regular meetings with team members to review progress and discuss challenges.
- Facilitated communication between cross-functional teams to support collaboration efforts.
Operations Manager
Collins Aerospace
Rockford
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Ensured alignment with customer program objectives through effective communication and planning.
- Analyzed reporting systems to monitor progress against plans and key business metrics.
- Managed daily department operations, enhancing overall workforce efficiency.
- Supported culture of continuous improvement in safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
- Contributed operational insights to strategic plans; implemented production and safety initiatives.
- Established and enforced standards for safe work environments, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Communicated job expectations and conducted performance reviews to enhance team contributions.
- Optimized operations by streamlining processes, achieving cost savings of 10%.
Senior Operations Supervisor
Collins Aerospace
Rockford
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Established and led continuous improvement processes for cell operations.
- Directed a team of over 60 operators in electrical systems assembly, achieving nearly 10% production increase in under two months.
- Executed scheduling and overtime planning across multiple cells to enhance operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Ensured completion and documentation of all quality-related items across cells to uphold high standards.
- Collaborated with customers, program managers, and leads to identify needs and resolve issues effectively.
- Guided initiatives for cost reduction, innovation, and process improvements to meet strategic goals.
- Motivated employees through effective communication, teamwork, and goal-setting strategies to foster engagement across functions.
Hub and Ramp Operations Supervisor
UPS
Rockford
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Oversaw inbound operations on feeder wall, inbound, and irregulars for efficiency.
- Managed safety, training, and payroll for five supervisors and over 100 hourly employees.
- Developed strategies to reduce costs while ensuring timely departures.
- Selected for Leadership Chair Position in Central Plains Emerging Leaders Group by district managers.
- Fostered strong labor relations with union employees to enhance collaboration.
- Directed ramp operations for 26 flights nightly, ensuring timely loading and unloading of aircraft.
- Assumed responsibilities of ramp manager during absences, maintaining smooth operations.
- Achieved 97% on-time delivery rate over 12 months.
Full-time Hub Training and Compliance Specialist
UPS
Rockford
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Deployed to Gary, Indiana for 3 weeks to help open the newest Air Hub and train all new employees; training 50% of their workforce.
- Management of department resources to ensure maximum output, accuracy, and efficiency at all times.
- Ensured that all department and/or corporate policies and procedures are communicated, understood, and adhered to.
- Established and maintained an aggressive cross-training program within the department to promote development, enhance flexibility, and ensure backup coverage of vital functions and processes.
- Conducted periodic internal audits to ensure that compliance procedures are followed.
- Collaborated with company leaders and department managers to determine training needs.
- Prepared monthly, weekly, and daily logs using Microsoft Excel and Office that get sent to top U.P.S. management.
- Supported a collaborative work environment through continuous communication and relationship building.
Ramp Supervisor
UPS
Rockford
06.2017 - 01.2020
- Led a team of 11 employees, driving engagement and productivity.
- Managed transitions and change initiatives, ensuring effective communication with stakeholders.
- Cultivated trust among peers by finding common ground and resolving organizational issues.
- Proactively addressed problems to deliver solutions for assigned tasks.
- Audited and certified all employees on required training, prioritizing safety standards.
- Supervised hourly employees, conducting regular appraisals and managing leave requests.
- Handled payroll and administrative tasks for all employees efficiently.
- Contributed as a change agent, interfacing effectively across all organizational levels.
Military Working Dog Handler
United States Air Force
01.2008 - 12.2015
- Patrolled assigned areas actively to deter and detect criminal activity.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances, utilizing radar for speed checks.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
- Investigated and reported on crimes, accidents, offenses, and property damage.
- Apprehended offenders while conducting interviews and interrogations.
- Supervised front-line personnel to ensure operational effectiveness.
- Coordinated missions with Secret Service to provide security for Vice President and President of United States.
- Maintained availability 24/7 for emergency responses, achieving eight years without sick days.
Education
Master of Science - Managment, Strategy, & Leadership
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05-2022
Skills
- Operations management
- Cost reduction strategies
- Performance metrics analysis
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Safety compliance
- Employee training
- Time management
- Strategic planning
- Interpersonal communication
- Calm under pressure
- Cultural awareness
Timeline
Senior Operations Supervisor
3M
07.2024 - Current
Operations Manager
Collins Aerospace
05.2023 - 07.2024
Senior Operations Supervisor
Collins Aerospace
11.2021 - 05.2023
Hub and Ramp Operations Supervisor
UPS
10.2020 - 10.2021
Full-time Hub Training and Compliance Specialist
UPS
01.2020 - 10.2020
Ramp Supervisor
UPS
06.2017 - 01.2020
Military Working Dog Handler
United States Air Force
01.2008 - 12.2015
Master of Science - Managment, Strategy, & Leadership
Michigan State University