Charles J. Walz

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OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

Logistics Team Leadership Results

Operations supervisor experienced in leading teams toward continuous improvement, productivity, and performance. A knack for analytics and workflow efficiencies, providing an environment where associates develop and succeed. Served the US Coast Guard in early career, heading projects where resource management, scheduling, budget control, and compliance were essential. A key contributor to delivering results through team leadership, safety, and operational excellence.

Labor Management SOPs Process Improvement Performance Metrics Reporting People Development

EDUCATION CERTIFICATION

MASTER PROJECT MANAGEMENT Keller Graduate School of Management, Chicago, Illinois

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION University of Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE: BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS: TECHNICAL MANAGEMENT University of Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona

Construction Estimating and Technology; Blueprint Interpretation; Hydraulic Systems; Advanced Welding

OSHA Public Sector Safety & Health Fundamentals General Industry University of Eastern Kentucky OSHA

OSHA 511 General Industry University of Eastern Kentucky OSHA

OSHA 30 General Industry OSHA Training Institute, Northern Illinois University

OSHA 2225 Respiratory Protection; OSHA 2255 Principles of Ergonomics; OSHA 3095 Electrical Standards; OSHA 7500 Safety & Health Management; OSHA 7505 Incident Investigation; OSHA2264 Permit-Required Confined Space Entry

CPR / FIRST AID CERTIFICATION American Heart Association

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

McKesson, Shepherdsville, Kentucky (2021 – Current)

Lead Material Handler (second Shift)

Joined McKesson company as a warehouse material handler.

Safety team member utilizing safety training and experience in keeping the building in compliance with OSHA regulations. Identified numerous safety concerns.

Supervise up to twenty material handlers on the utility team.

Signed an NDA.

Lowe’s Home Improvement Center, Louisville, Kentucky (2017 – 2019)

CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSOCIATE

Joined retail home improvement giant following out-of-state care of an ill parent.

Provide customers and colleagues with technical plumbing-related information, assisting with selecting, assembling, cutting, and loading of merchandise.

Communicate product features while creating quotes and up-selling installations for customers and vendors.

Manage inventory levels and pricing documentation to support sales growth.

University of Louisville Speed School of Engineering, Louisville, Kentucky (2011 – 2014)

RESEARCH GRANT COORDINATOR

Recruited to Speed School Research Administration team to oversee grant pre-award process, including compliance and spend from start to completion. Established grant management processes while managing budgets up to $2M.

Developed grant proposals, collaborating across departments to capture data required for research.

Reviewed 100+ page technical documents for projects up to $3.5M. Ensured compliance with FAR and OMB.

Implemented process improvements in communication, office operations, and logistics for efficient project flow.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

University of Louisville Research Foundation, Louisville, Kentucky (2004 – 2011)

GRANTS AND CONTRACTS ASSISTANT / SENIOR PROGRAM ASSISTANT

Served area’s largest research foundation, managing budgets and contract audits for grants, clinical trials, and industry sponsored programs in compliance with FAR and OMB regulations.

Reviewed government contracts with oversight of rules and regulations from start date to end.

Collaborated with researchers along with Business Managers on operating cost estimations for grants.

Utilized PeopleSoft for budget allocations, approved spend changes, and facilitated money transfers.

Kentucky Fair & Exposition Center, Louisville, Kentucky (2001 – 2002)

MAINTENANCE SECTION SUPERVISOR

Supervised 14 maintenance personnel and as many as 30 temporary staff for 600K square feet multi-use facility. Directed move-in / move-out of events, cleaning, and equipment delivery via effective communication among major corporations, event, and vendor management teams. Earned Highest Level of Safety Award, 2002.

Led custodial and forklift personnel, including three foremen in set-up and tear-down of events encompassing thousands of visitors daily.

Oversaw safety of crew, vendors, and visitors. Conducted safety meetings and on-site walk arounds in alignment with OSHA regulations and guidelines. Reinforced protocols for safe lifting of heavy equipment.

Initiated hazardous communications pertaining to proper cleaning and use of material safety data sheets (MSDS).

Established maintenance schedule for forklifts which previously had no policy.

University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky (2003)

MAINTENANCE / HAZARDOUS MATERIAL TRAINER

Contracted to conduct maintenance, construction, and training for various projects within hazmat training team.

Trained contractors on 49CFR transportation of hazardous materials.

Maintained cleaning suits, repaired breathing apparatuses, and constructed training props.

United States Coast Guard, Louisville, Kentucky and Galveston, Texas

MAINTENANCE AND CONSTRUCTION, CHIEF PETTY OFFICER (E7)

Led five Coast Guard stations and hazardous waste training programs throughout three-state area in compliance with 49CFR and 40CFR hazmat regulations. Liaison between Coast Guard headquarters and unit members.

Received Commendation Medal while serving Facilities Engineering Division and Special Construction Team with dual role supporting Maintenance and Logistics Command Pacific.

Earned Achievement Medal as Damage Control Shop Supervisor and Hazardous Waste Coordinator in Galveston, Texas. Served on panel to develop performance qualifications essential to DC advancement curriculum.

Member of Safety Committee to observe and critique crews during emergency drills of fire, flood, and collision.

Monitored shipping waste of batteries, paints, solvents, oil, and contaminated diesel with strict documentation.

Oversaw crew, contractors, and subcontractors during construction and relocation projects:

oLed staff in 150K square feet relocation project of Marine Safety Office which saved the Coast Guard millions of dollars while achieving improved workspace and operational enhancement.

oCommended for leadership in Galvaston waterfront rehabilitation project with new boat pier involving water, sewage, and electrical services.

TECHNOLOGY

Adobe Acrobat Pro Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project PeopleSoft Windows & Mac Operating Systems Slack Miro SmartSheet

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