Samuel Kirkley has over 5 years of experience in management, training, coaching, warehousing, inventory management, and logistics. He has held positions in operations management, equipment operation, maintenance supervision, and shipping/receiving. Kirkley aims to train employees to be self-sufficient through ongoing coaching. He has a Class A CDL, computer repair certification, and experience supervising teams of up to 25 people in multiple disciplines.
1. Samuel J Kirkley
Providence, Utah • 801.686.3632• jameskirkley@rocketmail.com
Profile
Innovative, versatile and driven professional with 5 years of experience in: management,
training and on-going coaching. Including 3+ years of experience in warehousing, inventory
management, receiving and scheduling. Diversified skill set covering operations, supply
chain management, and logistics.
Experience
Vacuum Truck Operator, Cache Valley Electric
July 2015 to Present
Managed equipment, tools and supplies
Ensured all safety and company operating specific procedures are in compliance
Operated Industrial trucks and tankers
Trained and coached new hire employees
Provided excellent customer service
Maintained pre-trip and post-trip inspections in accordance with guidelines
Compiled records of operation
Equipment Operator, Sorenson Companies Inc
May 2015 to July 2015
Operated Industrial trucks
Organized equipment and tools
Driver/Operator, CH2M Hill
November 2014 to May 2015
Coached, mentored, and retained staff
Trained and coached new hire employees
Industrial Route Manager, Norco
July 2014 to November 2015
Operations Management
Coordinated daily operational needs with Sales team
Managed the end-of-day check-in process, capturing and communicating key service,
safety, and equipment issues
Established and maintains a clean, safe work environment in compliance with
Company/Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards
CDL Driver, Knight Refrigerated
October 2013 to July 2014
Ensured compliance with DOT, OSHA, and Hazardous Materials regulations and laws
Maintained and applied knowledge of current policies, regulations, and trucking industry
processes
Trained employees on job hazards as well as procedures for minimizing risk of injury at
work sites
Maintenance Supervisor, LaQuinta Inn & Suites
July 2013 to October 2013
2. Scheduled and supervised the maintenance of equipment
Prepared material and labor estimates to develop project cost estimates and plant
budgets
Monitored the acquisition and use of materials to meet productivity and budgetary goals
FSA/Maintenance/CDL, Lowe’s
August 2009 to October 2013
Mentored and coached all levels of staff
Trained and coached new hire employees
Managed large, and often strategic/major, sales efforts
Assistant General Manager
Bar Back/Server, Club Silverstone
January 2009 to June 2009
Operated Point of sale system
Ensured that the inventory of the drinks at the bar is well stocked
Managed closing duties, including cleaning entire bar area and back area
Provided prompt, efficient, friendly, and quality service at all times
Shipping/Receiving, Cable Craft/Tuthill
November 2007 to December 2008
Filled customer orders according to standard operating procedures
Generated labels using computer hardware and software
Maintained equipment and organized shipping supplies
Ensured that products processed for shipping are delegated to correct courier
Assistant Property Manager University Park Apartments
November 2007 to October 2010
Operated assets in owners’ best interest
Maintained accurate records of all community transactions
Developed and implement resident retention programs (i.e., resident functions, special
promotions, monthly newsletters, etc.)
Prepared annual budgets and income projections
Ensured that all rents and late fees/check charges are collected, posted and deposited
Coordinated maintenance schedule and assignments with Maintenance Supervisor
Generated necessary legal action, documents and processes in accordance with
Washington State and Company guidelines
Ensure compliance with all company, local, state and federal safety rules
Shipping/Receiving Vancouver Door
July 2006 July to November 2007
Ensured administrative paperwork was accurate, complete and submitted on a timely
basis
Handled incoming and outgoing shipments by checking them physically
Checked products for defects and accuracy
Posted outbound deliveries using software
Handled packaging procedures to ensure safety of shipment
3. Provided vendor/contractor communications concerning scheduling, billing, vendor
relations and insurance.
Ensure that Accounts Payable invoices are submitted to the corporate office for payment
Traced missing or lost shipments
Store Manager Subway
January 2006 to July 2006
Completed and posted staff work schedules
Recruited, rewarded and terminated staff as needed
Trained food preparations formulas, standards, etc. to staff
Ensured that all local and national health and food safety codes are maintained and
company safety and security policy are followed
Knowledge
Class A CDL
CompTIA A+ Computer Repair Certification
Computer Repair & NetworkSupport
Skills
Technical writing skills: Job descriptions, SOP, work instructions, etc.
Able to communicate with all levels of management and individuals with multiple skill
levels
Supervised team of up to 25 in multiple disciplines
Management style is to efficiently train a team to be self sufficient
On-going coaching and developing to promote team’s success
Extensive knowledge of process improvement methods
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel,
Publisher and PowerPoint
Able to investigate and troubleshoot production problems
Researching, evaluating, and proposing tools, budgets, and best practices
Education
Bates Technical College, Tacoma, WA