Christopher R. Peterson
Oshkosh, WI *****
920-***-**** •************@*****.***
Professional Profile
Solutions-focused professional with broad exposure of spearheading the end-to-end management of complex projects to achieve organizational vision. Adept at capturing and defining project requirements, developing action plans, allocating available resources, and driving smooth execution of projects. Intuitive leader with expertise in analyzing project performance, designing change management initiatives, and ensuring the finalization of projects within time, scope, and budget. Proven skills in surpassing sales goals through cultivating client relationships and executing effective sales initiatives. Engaging presenter and communicator, with an aptitude to collaborate with clients and colleagues to meet strategic objectives.
Core Competencies:
Full Life Cycle Project Management
Resource Allocation Optimization
Business Expansion / Sales Growth
Client Relationship Management
Quality Assurance and Testing
Key Stakeholder Engagement
Problem Resolution / Troubleshooting
Team Building and Leadership
Professional Experience
DISASTERPIECE RECORDS, Oshkosh WI
Managing Director / Recording Engineer, 2018 to Present
Assess client needs and devise customized solutions to facilitate clients in realizing artistic vision and optimize satisfaction. Remain at the forefront of evolving technology and industry trends to deliver best-in-class customer experience and maintain competitive advantage. Function in close collaboration with community of musicians to brainstorm and orchestrate innovative business ideas. Improve brand visibility through driving engaging marketing campaigns and ideating impactful content.
Key Achievement:
Planned and established a professional sound studio from scratch through providing inspirational leadership in all administrative and operational aspects.
MARCHANT SCHMIDT, Fond du Lac WI PYRO-MATIC INC., Appleton WI
Electrical Technician, 2017 to 2018
Headed all facets of electrical panels’ development process while ensuring compliance with quality control and H&S guidelines. Coordinated with engineers to drive design process and application of machines. Performed meticulous troubleshooting on manufactured equipment to identify and report issues. Managed the manufacturing of customized thermocouples to comply with specific manufacturing objectives.
Key Achievements:
Represented plant 2 on the safety committee and delivered key insights to facilitate informed decision making and embed a safe/hygienic environment.
Evaluated and eradicated costly design flaws through working in close collaboration with engineers and stakeholders.
Supervised and mentored new technicians, assessed performance, evaluated training needs, and devised effective plans to optimize productivity and efficiency.
SWITCHGEAR POWER SYSTEMS, Winneconne WI
In-House Sales, Control Wirer, 2015 to 2017
Boosted business growth by instituting results-driven consultative sales initiatives. Evaluated customers’ needs and proposed robust solutions/products to nurture productive relationships with existing/new clients. Created and delivered engaging sales presentations to elaborate product specifications and applications. Conducted comprehensive analysis of clients’ requirements and provided key insights to product team for developing tailored products.
Key Achievements:
Led project teams for effective and fast implementation of wiring solutions while removing barriers and spotting opportunities to go faster.
Fostered technical capabilities of new technicians and a culture of performance excellence through coordinating the creation of extensive training manual.
LAPHAM-HICKEY STEEL - Oshkosh WI
General Laborer (Floater), 2011 to 2014
Supported the end-to-end management of multifaceted steel-working projects while finalizing deliverables within established time, quality, and budget deadlines. Ensured stringent adherence with specifications utilizing hydraulic tools to stretch and straighten welded products. Provided engaging training to teams on functionality of computer systems.
Key Achievements:
Prioritized responsibilities to complete simultaneous plant related tasks within strict time constraints and fast-paced environment.
Achieved substantial rejected product cost savings through the development and implementation of innovative quality control initiatives.
Prior experience as Mechanical Technician, Panel Manufacturer, and Substitute Teacher within diversified organizations.
Education and Credentials
Bachelor of Education University of Wisconsin
Associate in Electromechanical Technology Fox Valley Technical College - Wisconsin
Certifications and Licenses:
Automation 1: Industrial Equipment Machine Operator/Maintenance Helper
Automation and Maintenance: Advanced
Motors and Variable Speed Drives
Early Childhood – Adolescence: General Music (74-515) and Choral Education (74-511)
Professional Development
DC / AC Electronics Machine Operation, Troubleshooting, and Maintenance Pneumatics and Hydraulics Programmable Logic Controllers Forklift and Overhead Crane Certification (Marchant Schmidt, 2018)
Technical Skills
Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Photoshop