Adam Gast
Leavenworth
Summary
Accomplished Quick Lane Foreman at Morris Smith Ford, adept in automotive maintenance and workshop supervision. Streamlined operations, enhancing team productivity and elevating customer satisfaction through top-notch service delivery. Expert in technical diagnostics and fostering a collaborative work environment, I've led teams to exceed quality standards while ensuring safety compliance.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quick Lane Foreman
Morris Smith Ford
12.2013 - Current
- Coordinated daily mechanical activities to ensure deadlines were met.
- Managed team of workers, maintaining high safety standards.
- Supervised operations of the shop, facilitating efficient workflow.
- Improved project timelines by effectively delegating tasks.
- Trained new employees to enhance team productivity.
- Streamlined communication between team and management for smoother operations.
- Addressed on-site issues promptly to minimize disruptions.
- Enhanced project quality by conducting thorough quality control checks.
- Fostered team collaboration, resulting in improved work efficiency.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Coordinated team activities to streamline automotive repair processes.
- Led diagnostic assessments for accurate identification of vehicle issues.
- Supervised automotive technicians, enhancing team productivity and performance.
- Improved quality assurance, conducting thorough inspections of completed repairs.
- Optimized repair timelines, coordinating with technicians to prioritize urgent tasks.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and high-quality service delivery.
- Increased overall productivity with effective delegation, clear communication, and thorough training for team members.
- Reduced downtime for vehicles in the shop by efficiently prioritizing tasks and allocating resources appropriately.
- Enhanced team morale by fostering a positive work environment, recognizing and celebrating individual achievements.
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Executed comprehensive engine replacements and rebuilds on a range of gasoline and diesel vehicles.
- Executed driveline and suspension replacements with precision and efficiency.
- Conducted thorough vehicle wiring diagnostics and achieved certification.
- Achieved certification in Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) analysis.
- Performed detailed mechanical work on manual transmissions, brake systems, suspension, and engines.
- Interpreted customer and advisor statements using the CDK program for effective service management.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lansing High School
Lansing, KS05-2005
Skills
- Automotive maintenance
- Workshop supervision
- Safety protocol
- Time management
- Technical diagnostics
- Workforce training
- Troubleshooting expertise
- Vehicle assessment
- Technical expertise
- Automotive repair
- Automotive diagnostics
- Vehicle repair
Certification
Engine Diagnosis and Repair
Electrical Diagnosis and Repair
Electronics Diagnosis and Repair
Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) Diagnosis
Engine Management
Engine Performance
Suspension
Timeline
Quick Lane Foreman
Morris Smith Ford
12.2013 - Current
Engine Diagnosis and Repair
Electrical Diagnosis and Repair
Electronics Diagnosis and Repair
Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) Diagnosis
Engine Management
Engine Performance
Suspension
High School Diploma -
Lansing High School
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