Donald Nelson
New Palestine
Summary
Innovative small business owner skilled in developing marketing strategies and enhancing customer engagement. Strong ability to manage daily operations while ensuring exceptional product quality and customer satisfaction.
Dynamic team leader with a focus on fostering collaboration and optimizing workflows. Experienced in mentoring staff and implementing process improvements that drive productivity and enhance service quality.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Small Business Owner
Nature By Nelson LLC.
New Palestine, IN
04.2024 - Current
- Developed marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring product quality and customer satisfaction.
- Manage processes to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Enhanced company reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service quality to customers.
- Perform daily operations for customers including mowing, trimming, edging, and landscaping.
- Help customers by performing the tasks needed to better their properties such as removing shrubs, adding mulch beds, and planting new plants.
- Remove pet waste from property and dispose for customers.
Team Leader
Avery Dennison
Greenfield, IN
10.2023 - Current
- Lead a group of coworkers to work efficiently and stay safe while performing job tasks.
- Communicate processes, enhancing team collaboration and efficiency.
- Mentor team members, fostering professional development and skill growth.
- Analyze workflow efficiency, implementing improvements to optimize job tasks.
- Assess situations for better performance and trouble shooting problems that arise.
- Use computers to analyze data and track progress
- Follow procedures to make sure safety of individuals is consistent everyday.
- Follow procedures for training new workers on the team.
- Helping maintain a clean and quality workplace to make the best quality material.
- Use fork lifts and clamp trucks to load and unload material.
- Work with higher management to continue to build growth in the department and company.
Silk Screen Printer
Adidas
Indianapolis, IN
03.2016 - 10.2023
- Operated silk screen printing machines for high-quality garment production.
- Managed color mixing and ink application to ensure design accuracy and consistency.
- Trained new staff on equipment operation and safety protocols to enhance team efficiency.
- Implemented workflow improvements that reduced setup time and increased production output.
- Conducted routine maintenance on printing equipment to minimize downtime and maintain quality standards.
- Collaborated with design teams to troubleshoot issues and refine printing techniques for optimal results.
- Troubleshot technical issues with silk screening equipment, minimizing downtime and maintaining consistent productivity levels.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication, teamwork, and active problem-solving efforts.
- Conducted machine test runs and prepared machines for operation and proper function.
- Prepped garments for operating and printing more efficiently.
- Inspected printed garments to maintain great quality for customers.
Construction Skilled Laborer
Mathena General Contractors
Franklin, IN
04.2010 - 03.2016
- Operated hand and power tools to complete construction tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in site preparation, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to execute project plans effectively.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to enhance productivity.
- Conducted routine equipment inspections to ensure proper functionality and safety.
- Performed concrete work including forming, pouring, finishing for foundations and slabs, contributing to sturdy building structures.
- Participated in demolition projects while adhering to safety procedures to prevent injuries or property damage.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Helped with door and window installations.
- Worked on sites, installing roofs, siding and other exterior components such as gutters.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
Education
High School Diploma -
Franklin Community High School
Franklin, IN05-2007
Skills
- Small business operations
- Planning and execution
- Vendor relations
- Business marketing
Certification
CPAT Certification from the Emergency Services Education Center in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Timeline
Small Business Owner
Nature By Nelson LLC.
04.2024 - Current
Team Leader
Avery Dennison
10.2023 - Current
Silk Screen Printer
Adidas
03.2016 - 10.2023
Construction Skilled Laborer
Mathena General Contractors
04.2010 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Franklin Community High School