Blake A. Harner
Bluffton
Summary
Knowledgeable experience as a conductor with Norfolk in the past. Successfully managed production processes and ensured quality standards were met. Demonstrated efficiency in troubleshooting equipment issues and optimizing production workflows.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Cornerstone Ag Enterprises
11.2021 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Controlled costs with feed to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Conductor
Norfolk Southern
09.2018 - 11.2021
- Operated trains safely and efficiently to ensure timely arrivals and departures.
- Coordinated with dispatchers to manage train schedules and resolve operational issues.
- Monitored track conditions and signals to maintain safety protocols during operations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of trains to ensure mechanical reliability and passenger safety.
- Trained junior conductors on safety procedures and operational best practices.
General Assembler/Wiring
Strick Trailers
05.2014 - 08.2018
- With the use of impacts, drills, screw guns, and other power tools, responsible for the assembly of electrical lines and brake lines for trailers.
Machine Operator/Welder
National Tube Form
01.2012 - 05.2014
- As a team leader, responsible for the operations of second shift, while operating heavy machinery and welders.
Security Guard
Securitas
12.2007 - 06.2011
- Responsible for the documentation of vehicles and semis entering and exiting Peyton’s. Accountable for the whereabouts of incoming trailers and processing.
Education
ASSOCIATE'S OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
Colorado Technical University
Colorado12.2011
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
Norwell High School
Ossian, IN05.2006
Skills
- Forklift Trained
- Heavy Machine Operator
- Welding
- Power Tools
- Team Leader
- Electrical lines/Brake Line Assembler
- Production scheduling
- Process control expertise
- Grinding operations
- Machine calibration
- Feed formulation
Timeline
Manager
Cornerstone Ag Enterprises
11.2021 - Current
Conductor
Norfolk Southern
09.2018 - 11.2021
General Assembler/Wiring
Strick Trailers
05.2014 - 08.2018
Machine Operator/Welder
National Tube Form
01.2012 - 05.2014
Security Guard
Securitas
12.2007 - 06.2011
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
Norwell High School
ASSOCIATE'S OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
Colorado Technical University