Andrew Kegler
Stockbridge,GA
Summary
Skilled Automotive Supervisor with a proven track record at Goodyear Tire & Rubber, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs through expert workshop supervision and preventive maintenance services. Excelled in team leadership, fostering environmental awareness, and troubleshooting. Achieved significant improvements in service quality and operational workflow, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving skills and technical expertise.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Supervisor
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
Albany, GA
08.2020 - Current
- Developed custom programs using PLCs for various machines and processes.
- Maintained the workflow of automotive shop operations, ensuring all vehicles were serviced in a timely manner.
- Supervised and trained staff on proper repair techniques and safety protocols.
- Reviewed customer complaints regarding vehicle service issues and took appropriate corrective action as needed.
- Inspected vehicles for damage prior to servicing and identified any necessary repairs or replacements.
- Developed weekly employee schedules to ensure adequate staffing levels during peak hours.
- Resolved conflicts between customers, staff members, vendors, and other stakeholders in an efficient manner.
- Ordered parts from suppliers as needed for vehicle repairs and maintenance services.
- Created detailed estimates for labor costs associated with each job order using established guidelines.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs designed to reduce long-term repair costs for customers.
Lube Service Technician
Cheverlot
Albany, GA
06.2018 - 08.2020
- Performed oil changes, tire rotations, filter replacements, and other basic maintenance services on vehicles.
- Inspected brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure proper functioning.
- Checked fluid levels of transmission, power-steering, brake and cooling systems.
- Tested battery condition using a variety of diagnostic equipment.
- Conducted visual inspections for signs of wear or damage in belts and hoses.
- Replaced worn components such as spark plugs and air filters.
- Repaired or replaced worn out brakes and shock absorbers.
- Diagnosed issues with engines using computerized diagnostic equipment.
- Drained motor oil, changed oil filters and greased chassis fittings.
Test Automation Team Lead
Kia Automotive Group
Albany, GA
02.2018 - 08.2020
- Provided technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members in order to ensure successful completion of tasks.
- Documented test results, identified issues, tracked progress, reported status updates to management, and recommended solutions to improve system performance.
- Ensured that all automated tests adhere to industry standards while meeting customer requirements.
- Monitored daily execution of automated regression tests and updated reports on a regular basis.
- Analyzed code coverage metrics from automated tests and proposed changes when needed.
- Created detailed documentation outlining processes for setting up and maintaining an automated testing environment.
Education
Certificate - Automotive Technician
Ford Town of Albany
Albany, GA08-2014
High School Diploma -
Monroe Comprehensive High School
Albany, GA08-2007
Skills
- Efficiency optimization
- Cost reduction
- Environmental awareness
- Workshop supervision
- Chemical disposal
- Automatic transmissions
- Brake systems knowledge
- Replacing parts
- Fuel systems
- Test analyzing
- Maintaining records
- Installing equipment
- Preventive maintenance services
- Electrical experience
- Transmissions
- Troubleshooting skills
- Gasket replacements
- Rebuilding engines
- Service order preparation
- Job scheduling
Affiliations
- Installing tints on all vehicles
- Work on vintage vehicles
- Rebuild engines
- Install interior lights and customization of vehicles
- Wrap and Paint vehicles
Timeline
Automotive Supervisor
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
08.2020 - Current
Lube Service Technician
Cheverlot
06.2018 - 08.2020
Test Automation Team Lead
Kia Automotive Group
02.2018 - 08.2020
Certificate - Automotive Technician
Ford Town of Albany
High School Diploma -
Monroe Comprehensive High School