Michael Swank
Baltimore
Summary
Dynamic Marina Manager with over a decade of experience in team leadership and process improvement. Skilled in managing marina operations, ensuring adherence to safety regulations, and implementing effective budgeting strategies to optimize performance and profitability.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Marina Manager
Belts Wharf Landing Yacht Club
Baltimore
10.2012 - Current
- Oversaw maintenance schedules for docks, boats, and equipment to ensure safety.
- Implemented inventory management systems for supplies and equipment tracking.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote marina events and services effectively.
- Established partnerships with local businesses for joint promotions and activities.
- Conducted regular inspections of marina grounds to uphold cleanliness standards.
- Verified that project site had necessary machinery and materials prior to shifts.
- Conducted regular inspections of vessels in the marina to identify potential hazards or damage.
- Assisted customers with docking and launching their vessels in a safe manner.
- Oversaw all administrative tasks related to marina operations including billing, customer service, and inventory management.
- Supervised dockhands to ensure proper maintenance of boats and docks.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations concerning marina operations.
- Organized staff schedules to ensure efficient operation of the marina.
- Established relationships with boating associations and other organizations related to marine activity.
- Hired qualified personnel based on job requirements.
- Provided customer service support to address any issues or complaints from customers relating to their stay at the marina.
- Scheduled regular maintenance activities for docks, piers, slips, buoys, and ladders as needed.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving boats or personnel in the water or on land.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure competitive pricing on goods and services required by the marina.
- Monitored weather conditions and made changes when necessary to protect boats from storms or rough waters.
- Managed financial aspects of the business such as budgeting and cost control measures.
- Scheduled and coordinated events and activities.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding worker performance or services rendered.
- Trained workers in company procedures or policies.
- Operated and explained proper use of mechanical equipment to employees.
- Calculated and recorded department expenses and revenue.
Marine paint/Senior Production Manager
Finishline shell repair
Baltimore
03.2015 - 01.2026
- Oversaw daily production operations to ensure efficient workflow and quality standards.
- Coordinated schedules and resources for production teams to meet project timelines.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in production processes.
- Analyzed production data to identify areas for process improvement and efficiency gains.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure availability of materials for uninterrupted production.
- Developed and maintained production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Conducted regular meetings with team leaders to review performance metrics and discuss strategies for improvement.
- Identified areas for improvement in the production process, implementing solutions as necessary.
- Implemented lean manufacturing techniques to increase efficiency throughout the organization.
- Assessed staffing needs and recruited new employees as required by business objectives.
- Oversaw budgeting activities related to the production process.
- Ordered materials, supplies, and equipment as needed to support production operations.
- Maintained relationships with vendors who supplied raw materials or other services needed for production.
- Organized and managed teams of employees to meet daily production goals.
- Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates, and inventory levels to determine product availability.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mechanicsburg Area High School
Mechanicsburg, PA06-1989
Skills
- Inventory management
- Safety regulations
- Supply chain management
- Budgeting and finance
- Quality control
- Vendor negotiation
- Process improvement
- Team leadership
- Risk management
- Marina operations management
- Staff training and development
Timeline
Marine paint/Senior Production Manager
Finishline shell repair
03.2015 - 01.2026
Marina Manager
Belts Wharf Landing Yacht Club
10.2012 - Current
High School Diploma -
Mechanicsburg Area High School