Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Austin Brewster

Mexico

Summary

Community-oriented Officer comfortable working in high-stress situations and coordinating emergency responses. Seasoned team leader with unrelenting dedication to keeping community safe and secure. Proactive about using proper protocols while on duty and interacting with community contacts.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Shift Manager

Pizza Hut
05.2015 - 08.2016
  • Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
  • Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
  • Improved overall team performance by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions.
  • Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.

Armorer

U.S. Army Active Duty
10.2019 - 12.2023
  • Managed and maintained secure storage facilities, safeguarding weapons and sensitive equipment from unauthorized access or damage.
  • Assisted in the training of new armorers, sharing expertise and best practices to ensure consistent performance across the team.
  • Increased overall armory safety by conducting regular inspections and promptly addressing any identified issues.
  • Developed strong working relationships with suppliers, securing high-quality replacement parts at competitive prices for ongoing maintenance needs.
  • Accounted for weapons, munitions and associated equipment, creating inventories and replenishing.
  • Managed physical security of weapons, munitions and keys, coordinating organization and inventory tracking to maintain consistency.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements through diligent adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of equipment issuance and returns, ensuring proper accountability for all items.
  • Reduced turnaround time for weapon repairs through streamlined processes and effective communication with maintenance personnel.
  • Performed detailed inspections on incoming and outgoing firearms, identifying potential issues before they impacted operational readiness.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into reported incidents involving weapons malfunctions or discrepancies, recommending corrective actions as needed.
  • Provided expert guidance on proper handling, storage, and transportation of various types of weapons systems.

Non-Commissioned Officer

U.S. Army Active Duty
10.2016 - 12.2023
  • Attended personnel meetings and training sessions to improve skills and learn new policies and procedures.
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
  • Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
  • Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.

Warehouse Loader

Dollar General Distribution Center
02.2024 - 03.2024
  • Consistently met performance targets for speed, accuracy, and quality within demanding deadline-driven situations.
  • Increased on-time deliveries by efficiently loading trucks according to set schedules.
  • Minimized product damages with careful handling and placement in appropriate storage areas.

Company Leadership Adviser

Missouri Military Academy
04.2024 - Current
  • Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
  • Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
  • Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
  • Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
  • Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.

Education

High School Diploma -

Van-Far Jr./Sr. High School
Vandalia, MO
05.2016

Skills

  • Package handling
  • Following Instructions
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Loading and unloading
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Cash Handling
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Patience and Perseverance
  • Adaptive Problem Solving
  • Continuous learning mindset
  • Quality Control Management
  • Work Coordination
  • Rule Enforcement
  • Preventive Maintenance

Accomplishments

Army Achievement Medal

Army Commendation Medal

2 Army Good Conduct Medal

National Defense Service Medal

Global War On Terrorism Service Medal

Korean Defense Service Medal

Humanitarian Service Medal

Armed Forces Service Medal

Non Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon

Army Service Ribbon

Overseas Ribbon

Certification

Basic Leaders Course

Combat Life Savers Course

Counter IED Course

DA Retention Training

M1 Armor Crewman

Unit Armorer Certicate


Timeline

Company Leadership Adviser

Missouri Military Academy
04.2024 - Current

Warehouse Loader

Dollar General Distribution Center
02.2024 - 03.2024

Armorer

U.S. Army Active Duty
10.2019 - 12.2023

Non-Commissioned Officer

U.S. Army Active Duty
10.2016 - 12.2023

Shift Manager

Pizza Hut
05.2015 - 08.2016

High School Diploma -

Van-Far Jr./Sr. High School
Austin Brewster