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Aaron Katz

Aaron Katz

Marshall,MI

Summary

I have over 25 years experience in the ground water industry. I understand water well drilling processes and applications. I know how to communicate effectively with drillers, their personnel, and also with distributers and vendors. I am a competent problem solver both over the phone and in the field. I have experience training groups of people and performing demonstrations.



Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Water Treatment Product Manager

Valley Farms Supply
02.2020 - Current
  • Collaborated with sales, marketing and support teams to launch products on time and within budget.
  • Trained managers, salesmen, and customers in water treatment fundamentals and products.
  • Reviewed sales, customer concerns and new opportunities to drive business strategy at weekly planning sessions.
  • Developed pricing strategies while balancing firm objectives with customer satisfaction maximization.
  • Assessed vendor products and maintained positive vendor relations.
  • Performed hands-on site visits to resolve warranty issues and preserve customer satisfaction.

Vice President

Katz Well Drilling Inc
06.1994 - 12.2019
  • Oversaw all day-to-day scheduling and managerial/accounting tasks of our family water well drilling company.
  • Identified opportunities to improve business profitability and overall productivity.
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Worked in the field: overseeing drilling processes, connecting new systems, installing and programming variable frequency drives, operating 30-ton crane and other equipment, service work and customer relations.


Education

Associate of Arts - History And English

Kellogg Community College
Battle Creek, MI
12.2021

Bachelor of Arts - History

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
05.2006

High School Diploma -

Harper Creek High School
Battle Creek, MI
06.1999

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Business Administration
  • Financial Management
  • Customer Training
  • Technical Support
  • Weekly Production Management
  • Corrective Actions
  • Feedback Incorporation
  • Customer Consultations
  • Operational Efficiency

Timeline

Water Treatment Product Manager

Valley Farms Supply
02.2020 - Current

Vice President

Katz Well Drilling Inc
06.1994 - 12.2019

Associate of Arts - History And English

Kellogg Community College

Bachelor of Arts - History

Western Michigan University

High School Diploma -

Harper Creek High School
Aaron Katz