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MATTHEW C. DICE

Kennesaw

Summary

Dynamic Range Technician at Glock Inc. with a proven track record in equipment calibration and safety compliance. Expert in machine repair and quality assurance, enhancing operational efficiency. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving and effective communication skills, ensuring optimal functionality and customer satisfaction in high-pressure environments.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Range Technician

Glock Inc.
Marietta
10.2016 - 10.2022
  • Managed firing range to ensure compliance with safety protocols and productivity goals
  • Calibrate and test production equipment used in manufacturing of new pistols
  • Repair and ensure proper functionality of magazine loading machines used for pistols testing
  • Devised new and more efficient procedures for lubricating pistol slides with improved ergonomics
  • Perform pressure and accuracy testing on new ammunition lots
  • Monitored shooting lanes during active ranges to ensure safety protocols were being followed.

Armorer

Glock Inc.
Marietta
03.2013 - 10.2016
  • Tested customer pistols, advised on needed repairs, and performed repairs
  • Ensured proper functionality of new pistols through inspection and test firing
  • Coordinated special projects including guiding tours for potential customers and explain pistol capabilities

Infantryman 11B/1st Squadron, 108th Cavalry Regiment, Reconnaissance, Surveillance, and Target Acquisition

United States Army National Guard
Dalton
05.2007 - 05.2016
  • Deployed to Afghanistan for 13 months as part of Operation Enduring Freedom
  • Performed service on mission-critical unit weapons to ensure proper functionality
  • Drove MRAP troop transport vehicle (48,000 pounds) on patrols outside the wire
  • Managed inventory of $1.5 million in equipment with exceptional accountability record
  • Medals and ribbons: Army Commendation Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Armed Forces Reserve Medal with M Device

Assistant Manager

Quiktrip
Atlanta
07.2007 - 02.2010
  • Managed and filled orders ranging from $150 to $6,000
  • Routinely interfaced with 1,000-plus customers each day and provided excellent customer service
  • Trained new personnel on standard operating procedures, inventory control, and customer service
  • Accounted for funds in excess of $40,000 daily

Infantryman 0311/3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines & 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines

United States Marine Corps
Kaneohe Bay
09.2002 - 09.2006
  • Maintained mission readiness to enable global deployability on short notice
  • Deployed to Afghanistan twice as part of Operation Enduring Freedom to clear and hold territory contested by Taliban insurgents
  • Visited seven countries as part of 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit to train local forces in route clearance and combat first aid
  • Spent six weeks in Thailand training on jungle survival techniques with local forces
  • Medals and ribbons: NATO Afghanistan Service Medal, Marine Combat Action Ribbon, Navy Unit Commendation, Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation, Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Ribbon with One Campaign Star, Global War on Terror Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon, Navy Sea Service Deployment Ribbon with Three Stars, Combat Infantryman Badge

Education

High School Diploma -

West Orange High School
Orlando, FL
05.2002

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ

Skills

  • Firing range management
  • Equipment calibration
  • Ammunition testing
  • Machine repair
  • Safety compliance
  • Customer service
  • Inventory management
  • Project coordination
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Quality assurance

Military Service

  • United States Army National Guard, Dalton, GA, Infantryman 11B/1st Squadron, 108th Cavalry Regiment, Reconnaissance, Surveillance, and Target Acquisition, 05/01/07, 05/01/16, Deployed to Afghanistan for 13 months as part of Operation Enduring Freedom., Performed service on mission-critical unit weapons to ensure proper functionality., Drove MRAP troop transport vehicle (48,000 pounds) on patrols outside the wire., Managed inventory of $1.5 million in equipment with exceptional accountability record., Army Commendation Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Armed Forces Reserve Medal with M Device
  • United States Marine Corps, Kaneohe Bay, HI, Infantryman 0311/3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines & 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines, 09/01/02, 09/01/06, Maintained mission readiness to enable global deployability on short notice., Deployed to Afghanistan twice as part of Operation Enduring Freedom to clear and hold territory contested by Taliban insurgents., Visited seven countries as part of 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit to train local forces in route clearance and combat first aid., Spent six weeks in Thailand training on jungle survival techniques with local forces., NATO Afghanistan Service Medal, Marine Combat Action Ribbon, Navy Unit Commendation, Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation, Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Ribbon with One Campaign Star, Global War on Terror Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon, Navy Sea Service Deployment Ribbon with Three Stars, Combat Infantryman Badge

Timeline

Range Technician

Glock Inc.
10.2016 - 10.2022

Armorer

Glock Inc.
03.2013 - 10.2016

Assistant Manager

Quiktrip
07.2007 - 02.2010

Infantryman 11B/1st Squadron, 108th Cavalry Regiment, Reconnaissance, Surveillance, and Target Acquisition

United States Army National Guard
05.2007 - 05.2016

Infantryman 0311/3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines & 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines

United States Marine Corps
09.2002 - 09.2006

High School Diploma -

West Orange High School

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management

University of Phoenix
MATTHEW C. DICE